About Derrick, "For me, fitness is not just about hitting the gym; it is also about an inner happiness and an overall well-being." ~ Rakul Preet Singh ~ ​In high school, I wasn't physically active. I remember being in the gym, forcing and trying to motivate myself to be more active. The motivation was just not there at the time. As I got older, I constantly worked harder to be physically active and motivated myself to be more proactive. It was hard for me to understand why the passion for...

Jake McLaughlin joined the U.S. Army in 2002. He was part of the 3rd Infantry Division. His unit was one of the first to enter Baghdad. NBC reporter David Bloom died while embedded with McLaughlin's unit. He served in Iraq and was critically injured. For his efforts, he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Army Good Conduct Medal and the Army Achievement Medal four times...

Born in 1952, a product of the 60s. Growing up in New York learning about life in one of the most fabulous times our world has known. I learned at a young age that being left-handed and able to throw a baseball faster than anyone around would open doors in many avenues for me. My mother instilled in me the belief of self success. I worked very hard to perfect my athletic skills and academic skills. I graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook New York with a degree in...

Marcus landed on the Mission 22 team in January 2020 after serving as an Engineer Officer in Alaska for four years. He's passionate about all manner of endurance sports competitions and has spent a lot of his spare time working the the US Military Endurance Sports team, a non-profit dedicated to helping service members achieve their fitness endeavors.   Marcus currently trains for ultra marathons while working for the 320th PSYOPS Company out of Clackamas, Oregon as a Reserve Officer....

Hi everyone! I Grew up in Vancouver, Wa. I joined the Army when I was 17. I Left for basic training to Ft. Lennerdwood, MO 2 weeks after graduating in 2001. I enlisted as a Military Police then 9/11 happened during my AIT. I then was given orders to Ft. Riley, KS. We went from Kansas to DC for about 7 months in support of Operation Nobel Eagle which was to guard the Pentagon during reconstruction. We then went back to Kansas to train and prepare for deployment to Iraq in support of Operation...

I joined the service in 2002 as a 25B Information Systems Technician. I went to Basic Training at Fort Jackson, SC. My first duty station was in Germany. I deployed with HHC DISCOM for 15 months to Iraq. Next I was on to Fort Campbell, KY. I got married and had a son and then I got divorced. Next up was Drill Sergeant school and being a Drill Sergeant at Fort Jackson, SC!! DOPE!! Directly after that, I was stationed at Fort Gordon, GA as an Advanced Individual Training (AIT) instructor. I...

Reginald Grant, MSEd is a Business Strategist, Speaker, and Author. Reginald often delivers dynamic keynote addresses, facilitates workshops, and works with youth on developing and implementing "A Winners Mindset." He is a Business Strategist, Consultant, Speaker, and Author. He is a serial entrepreneur, former English teacher, and professional football athlete. He has a passion to empower and inspire individuals to be successful. All because he has been helped and inspired during his...

My name is David Beale, I am a US Army veteran and security professional. I am currently working in Europe as a Private Military Contractor and Close Protection Operative. I was born in British Columbia Canada and immigrated to the United States when I was 4 years old. I grew up in the Seattle area and tried out college and various jobs before deciding on joining the Army at age 25. I joined the Army October 2010 as a 13B cannon crew member. I served for 8 years in 10th Mountain Division...

Tim Burley has spent years working with Veterans and those who all serve, to ensure their transition back to civilian life is seamless and rewarding. Tim is a “problem solver” who strategically attacks transition at the root. Through his years of service assisting veterans, Tim has developed strategic plans both with the Veterans and civilian community to provide information, guidance and training, creating an awareness which benefits both business and communities. Creating this understanding...

Hello, I'm Luis Alicea, and I'm currently on active duty in the U.S Army, going on 20 years of active service and 21 years of total service to our nation. I will officially retire in August of 2021, culminating in my career as a First Sergeant. I joined the Army on June 14, 2000 (Army Birthday), and served three years on active duty. In June of 2003, I transitioned into the reserve component of the U.S Army, where I served for nine months before enlisting on active duty for a second time....

My name is Sarah Sahutske and I am a 9 year United States Marine Corps veteran, serving from 2003 to 2012. I was stationed mostly within Southern California at MCAS Miramar and then at MCAGCC 29 Palms. I have 3 overseas deployments; Iraq in 2006 and back-to-back deployments to Afghanistan in 2010 & 2011. I worked primarily as a computer/network administrator and later had the opportunity to assist my unit on deployment as an aerial reconnaissance intel analyst. After deciding to exit...

Anthony Norwood is an Army veteran who is still currently serving on active duty. He has served 21 years to date with five combat tours in Afghanistan and Iraq. He has achieved the pinnacle rank of Chief Warrant Office 3 (CW3) in one of the most technical fields in the military (Targeting Officer/Field Artillery Technician). He is a fitness expert with a passion for motivating and inspiring others. WIth his devotion to health and fitness, it is hardly a surprise that he has found success as...