After high school, I joined the United States Navy. I had the delicate task of maintaining nuclear weapons systems on Trident submarines. There are few occupations so demanding. The job called for adherence to strict standards, keen awareness, and readiness above all else.  During my 4 years of sea-duty, I learned the value of discipline, sacrifice, and the procedural integrity. It was those years undersea that laid the foundation for success in my professional and personal lives.