Veteran Founder — Diversity

**Captain (Ret.) Jason Torres, USA** (fictional) is a veteran of two combat tours in Afghanistan who transitioned to the startup world through a veteran entrepreneurship program. He founded a defense logistics technology company, raised a seed round, and is now navigating the challenges of translating military experience into startup credibility. He holds a BS from West Point and an MBA from UT Austin McCombs (class of 2022).\n\nJason's perspective represents the 200,000+ service members who transition to civilian life annually, including the growing number who start companies. He evaluates veteran-focused programs, defense tech opportunities, and startup culture through the lens of someone who has lived both worlds.