Isabel Perez Rios Bravo Isabel was born in 1994 in Mexico and lived there until she was 20. At that age, she took the big step of enrolling in a college in Miami, Florida, moving to a different country without knowing anyone, which was a major challenge. Isabel studied environmental engineering, and once she qualified, she…
Petty Officer Thomas (Tom) Goerler, US Navy When Tom was in high school, the Army National Guard was offering full college tuition, so during his junior year, he signed up and even took in his first training between his junior and senior years. By the time he graduated, the offer for tuition was off the table, so Tom decided he’d stay the…
Michael Fattaruso Michael has dedicated his life to making a difference in both land and sea. Working at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as an animal and conservation educator, Michael braves the Florida heat to spread his enthusiasm for wildlife conservation with park guests. His role involves educating guests observing the animal habitats about the importance of connecting with nature…
Michael Whittaker Michael Whittaker, a U.S. Navy Electronics Technician, has spent his life seeking adventure, pushing boundaries, and serving others. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he joined the U.S. Navy in 1982, setting out on a path that would take him worldwide. He often parachuted as a radio communicator to establish secure communications. Ensuring his team could…