Jan. 29, 2026

Army Veteran Manny Vera on Service, Learning, and Purpose After Uniform

Army Veteran Manny Vera on Service, Learning, and Purpose After Uniform

Purpose Beyond the Uniform

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On this episode of The MisFitNation, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Army Veteran Manny Vera, a former Military Police Soldier who served nearly a decade in uniform and continues his mission of service far beyond it.

After transitioning from active duty, Manny found renewed purpose supporting fellow veterans through mental health initiatives as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) in Jacksonville, Florida. Today, he serves as a Regional Manager with the Travis Manion Foundation, helping veterans, survivors, and inspired civilians develop character, leadership, and lifelong service.

Driven by a deep love of learning, Manny credits open-minded leadership, continuous growth, and authentic connection as the foundation of his success—both in the Army and in civilian life. Currently pursuing his MBA at the University of Florida and volunteering on the board of a local veterans association, Manny represents what it means to live a life of purpose after the uniform comes off.

This conversation dives into leadership, mental health, servant leadership, and why learning never stops.


Connect here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manny-vera/


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