Chris Lancia: Building Bridges for Veterans in Tennessee

In our next episode, we welcome U.S. Army Veteran Chris Lancia, Tennessee's first Director of Military and Veteran Initiatives. With a 26-year career in the Army, Chris now focuses on building infrastructure to make Tennessee a top destination for veterans and their families. As the director of the Tennessee Governor’s Veteran Fellowship Program and the chief of staff of the Tri-Stars and Stripes, Chris is dedicated to supporting service members, veterans, and their families.

Throughout his career, Chris has excelled in logistician and public affairs roles, designing sustainment plans and crisis communications strategies for large organizations. He brings over a decade of experience in the veteran non-profit sector, coaching transitioning service members and leading community service events to enhance connections between military and civilian communities.

As the co-founder of Grid Square Recon, LLC, Chris aims to foster a sense of belonging for military families by facilitating connections with surrounding communities. Additionally, he serves on the board of directors for the Two Ravens Foundation, a veteran-focused equine therapy non-profit.

Chris holds a bachelor’s degree in English Communications and is pursuing a master’s degree in public policy. He is a graduate of prestigious veteran leadership programs, including the Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program and the Spartan Leadership Program.

Join us as we delve into Chris's journey and his inspiring efforts to support veterans in Tennessee and beyond.

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