From Army infantryman to Certified Financial Planner, Ryan Bowman’s story is one of grit, growth, and going for it. In this episode of Leading in the Dark, Ryan shares how two tours in Iraq shaped his leadership philosophy, how his love of learning drove him to pursue both a CFP and an MBA, and why he chose the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition path to launch Terrace Wealth. We talk about building trust, starting smart, and leading with purpose—plus, the surprising origin of a custom set of hand signals in. Whether you're a veteran, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner, this one will hit home.