Air Force Mechanic turned Lawyer | Chris McGhee - S.O.S. podcast #121

S.O.S. (Stories of Service) - Ordinary people who do extraordinary work

Think you can’t fix the system?
My next guest embodies the warfighter spirit. Meet Chris McGhee. A man who took on the defense industry inspired by his own survival story enduring a toxic work environment.
Chris McGhee enlisted in the Air Force, fixing fighter jets in the Air Force rising to the top of the enlisted ranks.
After leaving the Air Force, he embarked on a law career and began his advocacy journey to tackle command climate issues using his blog, podcast, and FOIA requests.
Working with his State Senator, his efforts after three years of dogged persistence led to a DoD-wide study in the 2023 NDAA to help tackle the problem of suicides.
Join me as we discover how he did it and what’s next for this incredible change agent.
Chris McGhee is a VA disability attorney and former Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force whose life epitomizes resilience and dedication to advocacy. Overcoming challenges in his early years, Chris forged a path of service and transformation.
His 20-year military tenure, primarily as an aircraft mechanic, sharpened his leadership and technical skills while instilling a deep awareness of systemic issues within the military.
This awareness fueled his commitment to advocacy and systemic reform, a theme that has been a constant in his professional journey.
After retiring from the Air Force, Chris pursued a career in law, advocating for veterans and servicemembers.
He recently founded Falcon Forward Law Group, where he continues to dedicate his efforts to championing the rights of those who have served.
Additionally, through his "20 Years Done" blog and podcast, Chris addresses critical issues in military culture, mental health, and systemic changes.
His advocacy achievements include successfully lobbying for a study of military suicides by job code, demonstrating his relentless pursuit of impactful change.
Chris's transition from military service to founding his law firm reflects his enduring commitment to advocacy and making a tangible difference in the lives of veterans and service members.
Find Chris here - https://www.fafo-law.com/
Chris 20 years and done blog - http://www.20yearsdone.com/

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