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Forrest proudly served six years as an enlisted Infantryman, including a deployment to Jordan in support of Operation Spartan Shield (2014–2015). Following his deployment, he returned home to North Carolina to continue his military service before transitioning into higher education. He earned three Associate degrees from Cape Fear Community College and went on to complete his Bachelor’s in Business Administration at the Cameron School of Business, University of North Carolina Wilmington. He also holds professional certifications in Project Management and Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB). Passionate about giving back, Forrest is dedicated to supporting the veteran community—whether through mentorship, volunteering, connecting fellow veterans with resources, or simply being present as a source of support. His outreach organizations have been the VFW, Student Veterans of America, Cape Fear Veterans Resilience Project, and the Patriot Guard Riders.
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