Episode Details

What happens when life forces you to reinvent yourself?

In this episode, Pat sits down with Chris Graffagnino — Army Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, and Founder of Graff Global — to talk about how an unexpected injury and an unshakable instinct led him from law enforcement to building an international risk management enterprise. Chris opens up about betting on himself, navigating unknowns, losing friends along the way, and why complacency is the enemy of progress.

Key Themes:

• Turning adversity into opportunity
• The difference between owning a business and being an entrepreneur
• Reinvention, risk, and following your gut
• Legacy, parenting, and building something that matters
  
  

Chris's journey is proof that the underdog can win — if they're willing to leap, learn, and keep climbing. Tune in and get inspired to take your next step.

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LinkedIn: Chris Graffagnino

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Website: patmiller.net