Hey, I’m Adam La Barr, Sr., and I wear a lot of hats—Christian, husband, father of three, veteran, entrepreneur, and all-around business enthusiast. But at my core, I’m just a guy who believes in working hard, prioritizing family, and keeping it real.
I spent 18 years in the United States Air Force, serving as both an enlisted member and an officer, navigating the challenges of military life while being a devoted husband to my amazing wife, Raquel, and a hands-on dad to our three awesome kids. I also had the unique experience of being a military spouse and homeschool dad while my wife finished up her Air Force career. Through it all, my faith in God has been my foundation—I firmly believe that success means nothing if you’re not making a positive impact on the people around you.
But let’s rewind a bit—because it wasn’t always like this.
There was a time when I was living paycheck to paycheck, barely staying afloat. Like so many others, I thought working hard at my job was enough. Before we had kids, I started investing and building businesses to secure a financial future. But when I became a dad, everything changed. It wasn’t just about making money—it was about building a legacy.
I still remember the moment that forced me to rethink everything. My oldest son was about three, and I had been traveling a lot for work. One evening, as I was taking the trash out, he ran up to me yelling: “Daddy, Daddy, don’t leave again!” It hit me like a brick wall. My son was so used to me being gone that he assumed every time I stepped outside, I wasn’t coming back.
That was the wake-up call.
I started thinking differently—how could I build a life where I wasn’t just working for my family but working with my family? The more I looked around, the more I saw the same problem in entrepreneurship as I did in the military—dads saying they were “building for their family” but in reality, they were just chasing the scoreboard. Their legacy was about money, not about their kids.
That wasn’t going to be me.
So, I changed the game. I learned how to grow my businesses without sacrificing my family. I went from barely making ends meet to owning hundreds of doors in real estate, running multiple businesses, and helping others achieve financial freedom. And now, I’m passionate about helping other dads do the same—to build something meaningful without losing what matters most.
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” – Psalm 127:3
I created The BizDad Podcast because I wanted to connect with other dads who were balancing business and fatherhood—guys I could learn from and exchange ideas with. But the more conversations I had, the more I realized a pattern: too many business-owning dads were making the same mistake as military dads—they were chasing success but leaving their families behind.
That wasn’t going to be me.
I wasn’t interested in just making money—I wanted to build something that included my family. I wanted my success to mean something to my kids, not just be a number in a bank account.
Because at the end of the day, success isn’t just about how big your business gets—it’s about how strong your family is. I’d rather have a $10 million business and a thriving family than a $100 million empire and a broken home.
That’s why The BizDad exists—to help dads build great businesses without sacrificing their families. To prove that it’s possible to win at both.
“For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?” – Mark 8:36
I help business-owning dads master the balance between crushing it in business and being fully present at home. Whether it’s through my podcast, coaching, or speaking engagements, my mission is simple: to help you prioritize what truly matters while still achieving incredible success.
When I’m not talking business or hanging out with my family, you can probably find me:
If you’re ready to build a thriving business without sacrificing your family, let’s make it happen. Jump on a call with me, check out the podcast, or connect with me on social media—I’d love to hear your story.
Business and fatherhood aren’t opposites. In fact, they have a lot in common. When you run a business, you focus on things like core values, leadership, teamwork, and setting goals. Shouldn’t your family work the same way?
Just like in business, in a family:
The way I see it, being a dad is the most important leadership role you’ll ever have. And just like in business, if you’re not intentional, you’ll fail by default.
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6
Your kids don’t have to be passive observers of your success. They should be active participants.
Ways to include your kids in your business:
✅ Let them help (even in small ways—filing, packaging, sweeping, etc.)
✅ Pay them a legitimate salary and teach them about money early
✅ Use them as models or content creators for your brand
✅ Teach them about investing, problem-solving, and leadership through real-world experiences
When you bring your kids into your business, you’re not just helping them make a few bucks. You’re teaching them how to think, how to build, and how to create wealth for themselves.
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” – Colossians 3:23
“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17
My wife, Raquel, and I have been partners through thick and thin—from transcontinental moves to deployments across the world to living in different houses due to military orders. No matter the challenge, we’ve always stuck together! It certainly wasn’t always easy, but the best things in life never are.
If it weren’t for my amazing wife, I’d probably still be living paycheck to paycheck, completely unaware that a different way of life was possible. She rewired my mindset, and from that moment on, there was no going back! I caught the investing bug and couldn’t stop researching, learning, and growing—a habit I still have today.
Raquel grew up watching money being saved and stored away—a mindset shaped by her mother’s experience growing up in Cuba. On the other hand, I grew up like most military members: living paycheck to paycheck. It took someone like her to challenge my way of thinking and help me see the bigger picture. And then, I returned the favor—introducing her to the power of investing rather than just saving. That shift changed everything.
Together, we’ve built a life we once couldn’t have imagined. We’re growing together, raising our kids together, and building businesses together—constantly challenging ourselves to be better. We’re not just resilient; we’re antifragile—embracing every challenge as an opportunity to grow stronger.
Being family-focused isn’t just a tagline—it’s the foundation of everything I do. Too many dads grind away at their businesses, thinking they’re providing for their families, only to realize later that they were absent for the moments that truly mattered. I refuse to let that happen.
For me, being family-focused means being fully present, not just physically but mentally and emotionally. It’s about making sure my kids know they are a priority—not an afterthought. It means showing up, whether that’s for breakfast before a busy workday, family road trips across the country, or just an impromptu LEGO session with my kids.
My wife and I chose to homeschool our kids because we wanted to be the primary influences in their lives. We want to teach them more than just academics—we want to instill values, critical thinking, and an entrepreneurial mindset so they grow up knowing they can build a life on their terms.
Being family-focused isn’t about achieving some perfect work-life balance (spoiler: that doesn’t exist). It’s about intentionality—making sure my actions reflect my priorities. Business can be rebuilt, money can be re-earned, but time with my family? That’s irreplaceable.
My faith in Jesus Christ isn’t just a personal belief—it’s the guiding force behind every decision I make. Whether in business, marriage, parenting, or friendships, I strive to live by biblical principles, not just talk about them.
Being Christ-centered means understanding that my life and work aren’t just for me. It’s about serving others, leading with integrity, and making sure my success isn’t measured in dollars but in impact. It means standing firm in my beliefs, even when the world pushes back.
Faith isn’t just something I do on Sundays. It’s woven into how I raise my kids, how I treat people, and how I run my businesses. I trust God’s plan, and while I’m all about grinding and taking action, I also know that ultimate success comes from following His lead, not just my own ambitions.
At the end of the day, I want to be known not just as a good businessman or a great dad—but as someone who lived his life honoring God, serving his family, and helping others do the same.
If you’re not growing, you’re dying. Sounds harsh, but it’s true. Growth isn’t optional—it’s a mindset. It’s about pushing limits, challenging old ways of thinking, and constantly improving in business, family, and faith.
For me, being growth-minded means never getting comfortable. It means reading, learning, and surrounding myself with people who push me to be better. It means being coachable, even when it’s uncomfortable. It means recognizing that failure isn’t the end—it’s just another step toward success.
I went from living paycheck to paycheck to owning real estate, building businesses, and helping others create financial freedom. That didn’t happen because I got lucky—it happened because I was willing to take risks, fail, and keep going.
I want my kids to see that mindset in action. I want them to know that life doesn’t reward people who play it safe—it rewards those who take calculated risks, put in the work, and never stop improving.
That’s why The BizDad Community exists—to help other business-owning dads grow in all areas of life. Not just in revenue, but in leadership, fatherhood, and faith. If you’re not growing, you’re settling. And we don’t do “settling” around here.
