<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>The author shares their life story of growing up in Brooklyn, joining the Marine Corps after 9/11, and suffering a traumatic brain injury during combat.</li><li>Despite challenges like injuries, depression, and struggles with brain injury, the author found strength in their leadership qualities and determination to keep going.</li><li>The author pursued education in Computer Science, achieved academic success, and focused on bioinformatics and AI projects, aiming to stay ahead in technology.</li><li>Inspired by their journey, the author founded Crayons to Creators (C2C), emphasizing mentorship, leadership, and community while working on a PhD in veterans' health and military transition.</li></ul>

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