Rich Lamonica

About Rich Lamonica

I don’t just talk about resilience—I’ve lived it, lost it, and rebuilt it.After decades of battling addiction, adversity, and the weight of leadership in high-pressure environments, I made a decision in 2025 that changed everything: I chose to take my life back. Today, I’m sober, purpose-driven, and committed to helping others do the same—one conversation at a time.I’m the founder of The MisFitNation, a global platform where veterans, leaders, and everyday warriors come together to share stories of grit, growth, and transformation. Through our shows, live events, and community initiatives, we amplify voices that need to be heard—and remind people they’re not alone in their fight.As a podcast host, speaker, and author of Forged in Resilience (part of the Out of The Darkness series), I focus on real conversations that cut through the noise—conversations about leadership, accountability, mental health, and what it truly means to rebuild your life when everything feels broken. My Mission:To help individuals stack victories, reclaim purpose, and lead themselves—and others—through adversity. What I Believe:Your past does not define your futureAccountability is the foundation of growthLeadership starts withinThe strongest people are often the ones who’ve struggled the mostWhether I’m behind the mic, on stage, or building community, my goal is simple:Make an impact that outlives the moment.If you’re ready to grow, lead, and take ownership of your life—welcome to The MisFitNation.

Experience

1. Training Integrator

   Booz Allen Hamilton

   Sep 2018 — Present · Fort Campbell, KY, US

   Instructor de cara al cliente con especialización en la planificación y ejecución de la formación pertinente para las unidades del Ejército de los Estados Unidos a nivel individual y colectivo. El área principal de énfasis es la lucha contra los sistemas de aeronaves no tripuladas, la explotación de sitios sensibles y la concienciación para apoyar a las unidades mientras se preparan para desplegarse en apoyo de operaciones de contingencia. Especialista en inteligencia de equipo responsable del análisis, procesamiento y distribución de inteligencia estratégica y táctica. Utiliza todos los productos de origen para proporcionar evaluaciones de inteligencia de áreas de interés para todo el equipo. Esto permite que el desarrollo de escenarios mantenga el realismo.

Education

• Ashford University

  Bachelor of Arts (BA), Homeland Security and Emergency Management

  2013 — 2015

• Georgetown University

  Master's degree, Emergency and Disaster Management

  2018 — 2020

• Liberty University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Homeland Security

  2020 — 2025

Skills

• Leadership
• Emergency Management
• Strategic Planning
• International Relations
• Management
• Project Planning
• Project Management
• Team Building
• Analysis
• Homeland Security
• Leadership Development
• Disaster Response
• Operations Management
• Training
• Security Clearance
• Physical Security
• Teamwork
• Public Relations
• Government
• Program Management
• Nonprofits
• Social Media
• Community Outreach
• Social Media Marketing
• Marketing
• Policy
• Budgets
• Blogging
• Microsoft Office
• Marketing Strategy
• Powerpoint
• Public Speaking
• Team Leadership
• Coaching
• Social Networking
• Proposal Writing
• Customer Service
• Sales
• Microsoft Excel
• Group Dynamics