The journey of life includes many hazards. There are moments of sheer devastation that have an explosively sobering effect on the human soul. It is during these times of hopeless despair that your values will be tested. This talk will help you deal with and get through those moments. Michael is a Marine Corps combat veteran, former infantryman and, Combat Arms instructor. During his eight-year career in the Corps, he served in with distinction on the battlefields of Ramadi Iraq (2005-2006/2007), Kajaki and Sangin Afghanistan (2011). As an Instructor, Michael has trained Marines in combat marksmanship, precision weapon systems and foreign/ threat weapons. Since leaving the Corps in 2012, Michael has found new ways to serve the country he loves. He is an inventor, entrepreneur, author and public speaker; contributing to worthwhile organizations that help change the world in positive ways. Michael’s goal is to help fellow veterans to achieve greatness after leaving the military. Professionally, Michael is the founder and cohost of Cigars and Sea Stories, a podcast devoted to sharing sea stories with veterans who are adding VALUE to the world.

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