Hey, I’m Jimmy—combat-wounded Army Ranger, passionate fisherman, and someone who believes in the power of brotherhood, healing, and pushing life’s limits. I spent years on the front lines, serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, where I saw the best and worst of humanity. From leading my infantry team in Iraq during the second Sadr City uprising to participating in high-stakes missions like Objective Sta
rk, my military career shaped who I am today. Along the way, I lost brothers in combat and dealt with my own struggles, including PTSD, brain injuries, and everything that comes with surviving the battlefield. But life after service wasn’t the end—it was a new beginning. After being medically retired, I faced the toughest battles of my life. But I found new purpose in helping other veterans and rediscovering what it means to live fully. That’s why I founded Knot Lucky, a nonprofit that takes veterans on life-changing fishing trips to heal through the power of the ocean and the camaraderie we miss from our days in uniform. I believe in giving back, and through Knot Lucky, I connect vets with mental health resources, run incredible offshore adventures, and even tag great white sharks, naming them after the fallen so their memory lives on. I’m also a strong believer in psychedelic healing, having personally experienced the transformative power of treatments like Ibogaine and 5-MEO-DMT. These therapies helped reset my life, and now I advocate for alternative treatments to help my brothers and sisters who might feel like all hope is lost. I’m on a mission to spread awareness about mental health, especially within the veteran community, because too many of us are still fighting battles long after the war is over. When I’m not out on the water, you’ll find me sharing my experiences through The Hub podcast or out on new adventures, like skydiving, hunting, and making epic memories with good friends. I’m lucky enough to have amazing sponsors like Starbrite, Relentless Knives, Waterman Outfitters, The Sua Sponte Foundation, Galbreath Heating and Air, Ambio Life Sciences, and Edwards Graphics backing the mission of Knot Lucky, and together we’re proving that there’s always a way forward. Life’s too short to live in the past, so I’m all about pushing boundaries and evolving into the best version of myself. Whether it’s catching fish, tagging sharks, or running from storms (sometimes literally), I believe in chasing dreams and helping others along the way. If you’re down with fishing, mental health advocacy, or just want to connect, hit me up. I’m here for the good times, the tough times, and everything in between.
