Chris Rolfe is a 2004 USAFA graduate. After commissioning, Chris served as an Air Force Officer and KC-135 Navigator. Despite having a successful military career, Chris was faced with the difficult decision of whether to continue his military service or to join the civilian workforce. Ultimately, Chris chose to separate from the Air Force in 2013 and set his sights on attending Harvard Business School. Chris graduated from HBS in 2016 and now works for Bain & Company with a focus on Operations Strategy.

In this episode, Chris and I discuss the decision making process behind his choice to pursue an unconventional path and why he chose to pursue an MBA. In addition, we discuss the process of preparing for the admission process, the amazing benefits of the GI bill and Yellow Ribbon programs, and life after HBS.