Dakota Meyer is the CEO of Dash Strategies, a full-service firm that delivers tactical solutions for public–private partnerships, government contracts, and complex community challenges. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Medal of Honor recipient, he has translated his battlefield leadership into successful ventures including Dash Hydrate and Own the Dash. As a best-selling author, active firefighter, and advocate for veterans through organizations like Hiring Our Heroes, he remains deeply committed to public safety, resilience, and high performance. Driven by the mantra “If you can, you must,” Dakota empowers veterans, first responders, and communities to lead with purpose and courage.