GWOT Veteran that has such a vast amount of leadership experience, applied knowledge, practiced faith, and human kindness, that it should be emulated by society.....JAMES MASSEY

Nate Brookshire (ENLISTED/OFFICER) is a recently retired MP/ Provost Marshall with over 30 PLUS years of service in the Army. He has been a longtime advocate for facilitating long-term mental health care for veterans and their families .In 2010, he co-authored the book, "Hidden Wounds: A Soldier's Burden". "Its fictional characters discuss the complex topics of suicide, survivor's guilt, addiction and moral injury." The book has been instrumental in sharing about the non-profit Hidden Wounds, whose soul mission is to help reduce barriers to accessing mental health care

Ramon Martinez, SFC (ret), Army Combat Engineer, Scout Master, Scouting America Ranger, Just a MAN! Here are a few words from Ramon:::::::-Never forget that it takes very little to live a fulfilled and happy life-Valentines is one of my favorite holidays along with Halloween and Easter. All three allow you to love. Valentines, obvious, Halloween allows you to be weird, Easter is an amazing time for family without the pressure of tons of gifts or giant feasts, even though I like to throw one bigger than Thanksgiving,And of course the season of lent, which starts this coming week. I never give anything up for lent instead I do something new or do things new to the family. Additionally I don't Eat meat the entire 40 days. I call it my annual rest. Then on Easter I try and eat at least 4 animals maybe 5. What are you doing for lent? This year we started a new tradition where the family joins me in the mountains for Valentines and hikes 5 miles to a spring box, avoids bears, mountain lions, and cows, and help me take about 200lbs of mud out of a well! Also I think we may have found petrified or fossilized animal prints in rocks. The hike was so special. It was special. This may not be an annual tradition after this year hahaha.We ended the night with super fat prime ribs from Rim Country BBQ. I recommend it if you haven't been.Have a great week my friends -Being poor is not having to little, it is wanting more. - Seneca Ps.I use my watch pocket on my jeans religiously

Damon Maxile is an active duty Command Master Chief in the United States Navy. He has served more than 20 years in the Navy on board ships, in recruiting duty and now leading Sailors as the Senior Enlisted Advisor for a squadron on the West Coast.

DANIEL ARCHER, Army (SSG/ MAJ/CW3)aka:Mortgage Loan Originator @ CrossCountry Mortgage | Co-Exec Director/Co-founder, Equine Valor Project | 27yr Army SOF Vet | Relocation Specialist | Be a Good Human… Coach, teach, mentor | NMLS#2353845WHO WE AREA place to find support for Veterans and First Responders through the use of horses and our fellow brothers and sisters in arms. This site is designed to promote a healthy approach to dealing with the effects of PTSD and other behavioral health related conditions, as well as provide resources locally and beyond.Equine Valor Project's mission is to provide services to military personnel and veterans through Equine Activity and Therapy programs that are tailored to address specific issues faced by wounded and military personnel combating PTSD, while also providing a supportive and therapeutic environment for their families and loved ones.Our goal is to assist military veterans using current therapies, with future aspirations of additional activities such as sports and recreational riding, trail riding, camping and community outreach. Funding through donations and grant support will allow for us to provide the additional services. Lessons and service are currently through individual and group lessons which provide innovative, recreational and therapeutic activities using the horse.

Beth Harris is an educator that has worked in graphic design and has also been in the political space as well. Along with her professional accomplishments, she is the spouse and caregiver for her husband, a Vietnam Era Veteran.

Rob Arocha is a champion pitmaster and the host of the So Smokin' Gooder Show.Professional BackgroundBullhorn BBQ: Arocha is the lead for the Bullhorn BBQ competition team. Under his leadership, the team has achieved significant success, including winning Best Party at the American Royal for three years.Media Presence: He hosts the So Smokin' Gooder Show, a podcast that celebrated its fifth anniversary in November 2025. The show frequently features discussions on barbecue techniques, competition life, and lifestyle topics.Interests: Beyond BBQ, Arocha is known for his passion for baseball, often bridging the two topics in guest appearances on sports-related podcasts.Key AchievementsThree-time American Royal Category Winner: Recognized for hosting the "Best Party" at one of the world's most prestigious BBQ competitions.Pitmaster Status: Frequently cited as an expert in the field, appearing on various barbecue-focused media platforms such as the Baseball and BBQ Podcast and Pit Life BBQ.Rob Arocha and his Bullhorn BBQ team are multi-year winners of the Team Party of the Year award at the American Royal World Series of Barbecue.The team won this prestigious hospitality category for three consecutive years:201820192021 (The competition was canceled in 2020)As of early 2026, Arocha remains a prominent figure at the American Royal, having participated in the event for eight consecutive years. While primarily celebrated for their social and hospitality presence—often hosting with partners like Blue Hat Crane—the team also consistently competes in the main meat categories, including Chicken, Ribs, Pork, and Brisket

Mitchell Roofing & Exteriors is a family-owned company founded by Layton and Ashlee Mitchell.The team they have created at Mitchell Roofing & Exteriors has more than 50 years of combined experience. Our expert services cover roofing, siding, painting, fencing, gutters, and more. We offer comprehensive services so that you don’t have to shop around and work with 5 different companies to finish all your exterior projects.We are GAF Master Elite and a BBB member. At Mitchell Roofing, we take pride in the work that we do. Our efforts reflect our belief that your residential or commercial project deserves high-quality, honest work from a company you can trust. That’s why we offer financing through Hearth and do what we can to meet your needs in a professional manner.With Mitchell Roofing, you can build a reliable relationship with your contractor while knowing that we are bigger than roofing. When you work with us, you can be confident that you are making a difference. We donate a part of our proceeds to different charities. We particularly focus on charities helping the veterans whose sacrifices have given us all an opportunity to have a place to call home.

Jackie is a transplant from Virginia, that moved to Alabama in 2016 to attend law school. She graduated from the Virginia Military Institute in 2009 and commissioned as an Engineer Officer in the United States Army. After nearly six years on Active Duty, Jackie transferred to the United States Army Reserve, so she could achieve her dream of going to law school. She graduated from the Cumberland School of Law in 2021, and she is licensed to practice law in Alabama. Jackie uses her extensive military experience to her advantage when representing service members and their family members through divorce and custody cases. Jackie is currently a Major in the United States Army Reserve, and she still loves being an Army Engineer.In addition to her law practice and military duties, Jackie uses her free time to coach her daughter's softball team, volunteer at her daughter's school, and help make her community better however she can. She was recently appointed to the be the Birmingham Chapter President of the VMI Alumni Association, and she is committed to uniting and serving her fellow Keydets and Veterans in North Alabama.

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