In Episode 221 of the Transition Drill Podcast, Chris Seminatore’s story is a lesson in resilience, reinvention, and relentless curiosity. From a small-town Ohio upbringing to serving in U.S. Navy intelligence during Desert Shield and Desert Storm, to building a life as an entrepreneur and marketing innovator in Los Angeles and now Mexico.

Chris shares how the discipline and precision he learned in the Navy became the foundation for everything that came after. His service taught him to see patterns where others saw chaos, a skill that translated directly into business and technology. After leaving the military, he faced the familiar uncertainty of transition, struggling to find meaning in college classrooms that felt disconnected from real life. Restless but determined, he chased purpose through writing, film, finance, and startups. Each venture brought lessons in leadership, human behavior, and the value of staying adaptable.

What makes Chris’s journey so compelling isn’t just the career changes, it’s the mindset that ties them together. Whether navigating Wall Street crashes, building early web-based tech, or recovering from business setbacks, he never stopped moving forward. His latest chapter in marketing and advertising uses geo-fencing technology to help businesses reach audiences with precision and authenticity, proving that modern innovation still relies on timeless principles—strategy, integrity, and human connection.

For veterans and first responders looking to navigate their own transitions, Chris’s story offers something powerful: proof that the skills forged in service can thrive in any environment. The same situational awareness, mission focus, and accountability that define a uniformed career can drive success in business, marketing, and beyond.

This episode isn’t just about marketing or technology. It’s about mindset. It’s about what happens when you refuse to be defined by your past and instead use it as fuel to build something new. Whether you’re planning your transition, leading a business, or simply searching for purpose, Chris Seminatore’s journey will remind you that your mission isn’t over; it’s just changing coordinates.

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