Thomas Zermeno has sampled many flavors of life. Currently a Validation Specialist for SSL.com, he's been a radio DJ, technical support analyst, museum docent, religious education teacher, roller derby player and official, record producer, jazz musician, Flipside Ranger, and political candidate. He wakes up each morning looking forward to the adventures to come, thankful for the opportunities he's been given and eager to taste more of what life has to offer. In this conversation, Mr. Zermeno philosophically intertwines introspection with practical advice and offers validation to nonlinear career paths and taking the long road to personal development.