Press Kit

Jeffrey A. Sabins is a retired Gunnery Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, a Purple Heart recipient, and the author of five books including You Just Survive and We Are The Storm. With five combat deployments across Iraq, Afghanistan, and Somalia, his writing is raw, unfiltered, and grounded in the truth most war stories leave out.

This page includes:

  • Author bio (short + full)
  • Book summaries
  • Cover images
  • Interviews and Guest Blogs
  • Contact info for speaking or media

I don’t write for attention. I write because too many stories get buried—and some truths hit harder when they’re finally spoken.

Feel free to use what you need. Just credit it straight.

Photo
Download
Biography

Leadership. Adversity. Action.


I’m Jeff Sabins — a retired Marine, Purple Heart recipient, combat veteran, inspirational speaker, and author of military thrillers and true combat memoirs.

Over nearly two decades, I’ve led through fire — from the streets of Ramadi to the front of classrooms and boardrooms. I’ve carried the weight when others couldn’t, endured when it felt impossible, and now I teach others to do the same.

My mission is simple:

Help. Inspire. Change lives.


Earned Through Fire

  • United States Marine Corps, 2004–2021
  • Fallujah/Karma deployment, 2005
  • Ramadi, 2006 – my most kinetic and defining deployment
  • 22nd MEU, 2008
  • Marjah, Afghanistan, 2011
  • Somalia, 2019
  • Combat Instructor School | MARFORCOM
  • 2009 MCL GySgt Carlos Hathcock Award Winner
  • Retired in 2021

From convoy lead to combat instructor to MARFORCOM, I learned that leadership isn’t about control — it’s about stability in chaos and serving others first. That mindset follows me still.


What I Believe

The military taught me a brutal truth:

You are stronger than you think. Your body and mind can endure far more than you believe.

I’ve faced the battlefield and the hospital room. When my son was diagnosed with a brain tumor at 2 — and later autism at 5 — we had to re-learn life. Everything changed. We adapted. We overcame. And through it all, we led.


After the War

From Combat to the Classroom

  • Executive Leadership (2021–present)
  • Founded Proven Valor Professionals LLC (2021), sold in 2023
  • Math & Business teacher (2022–present)
  • Created award-winning student leadership and entrepreneurship programs
  • Delivered keynotes and training across schools, conferences, and private events


The Work Today

Books

I've written five books — a mix of gritty military fiction thrillers and true combat memoirs. No fluff. No filler. Just hard truth and fast-paced storytelling that reflects what war, leadership, and loss really feel like.

“Meat and potatoes — straight to it.”


Speaking

I speak on:

  • Leadership under pressure
  • Overcoming adversity
  • The power of mindset

My goal is simple: leave the audience in awe before I ever speak a word.

They’ll walk out changed — inspired, equipped, and charged to act.


Leadership Programs

I’ve built turnkey school leadership systems that:

  • Teach real decision-making and discipline
  • Elevate student voices and accountability
  • Create leaders who serve — not just command

If your school wants real-world leadership, not theory — I’ve got the blueprint.


What I Stand For

  • No acronyms. No clichés. No gimmicks.
  • Leadership is doing the right thing and putting others first — period.
  • Strength is carrying others when they can’t move themselves.
  • Adversity isn’t the enemy. It’s the forge.


Why I Do This

Because I’ve been through the fire.

And I believe you can use that fire to light the way for others.

I’m not here to be liked. I’m here to change lives.


Let’s Work Together

  • Want a keynote speaker who hits hard and sticks with your audience?
  • Need a leadership program that builds students into serious humans?
  • Love a gritty read that doesn’t sugar-coat combat or character?

Let’s make it happen.

Amazon Author Page – https://shorturl.at/ULSo4
Media Coverage

Interviews, Guest Articles, and Publications

From combat memoirs to mindset and leadership — I’ve shared my story across national platforms, podcasts, and publications. Here’s where you can find my work beyond the books.


Interviews


  • Combat Tours in Iraq & Afghanistan: A US Marine in Fallujah, Karmah, Ramadi & Marjah
    • US Marine Gunnery Sergeant (ret.) Jeffrey Sabins served four combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. He shares memories of, and thoughts about, those deployments. Posted as part of the War & Life Project 


  • Outpost in the Global War on Terrorism: A US Marine at the Baledogle Airfield in Somalia, 2018-2019
    • Before deploying to Somalia in 2018, Jeffrey Sabins served four combat deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. In this excerpt from a longer discussion, he shares memories of his time at the Baledogle Airfield about 60 miles from Mogadishu, Somalia. Posted as part of the War & Life Project 

 

  • US Military Moments – Purple Heart Recipient Gunnery Sergeant Sabins Tells His Story
    • The history and meaning of the Purple Heart, featuring GySgt Jeffrey A. Sabins. 


  • Talking Guns with Jeff Sabins
    • A real conversation on life after the Corps, the pillars of success, and what it means to lead beyond the uniform. Retired Marine, published author, and former COO Jeff Sabins shares hard-earned insight and a few powerful book recommendations along the way. 


  • The Scuttlebutt Podcast – Featuring Gunny Jeff Sabins
    • Combat. Survival. Family. Business. Gunny Sabins talks about fighting in multiple wars, surviving a gunshot to the head, and his son’s battle for life at age 2. Four days out of the Corps and already CEO of two companies — this episode is raw, powerful, and inspiring. 


  • The Scuttlebutt Podcast – National Purple Heart Day
    • Purple Heart Day on August 7 is the kind of day created to give back. It's a day for Americans to remember and honor the men and women who bravely represented their country and were wounded or killed whilst serving. Please join us this Sunday evening as we get to hear the stories live and first hand of multiple Purple Heart recipients.


  • Dose of Did You Know – Episode 205: Jeffrey Sabins
    • In this episode, Jeff Sabins opens up about love, life, leadership, and legacy. As a retired Marine, decorated combat veteran, author, and CEO, he shares how real-world adversity shaped his perspective — and how uncertain moments aren’t disasters, just problems waiting for solutions. From battlefield lessons to boardroom breakthroughs, Jeff talks about refusing to accept limits and building a life beyond the uniform. 


  • Uncle Sam’s Marketing Channel – Episode 3
    • Jeff Sabins shares his journey from 17 years in the Marine Corps to founding Proven Valor Professionals. From Iraq, Afghanistan, and Somalia to the boardroom, Jeff breaks down how veterans can drive real results in business. He talks leadership, adversity, data-driven decision making, and why the veteran mindset belongs in corporate America.


  • This Is War – Episode 45: Sabins
    • "Control often feels like safety.” In this raw and reflective interview, Jeff Sabins talks about the illusion of control in combat — and how leadership, humility, and the weight of protecting others shaped his life during and after war. This episode dives deep into the mental battles Marines face when the mission ends, but the responsibility doesn’t.


  • Valiant CEO – “Jeffrey Sabins: Enhancing Business Structures and Mitigating Strategic Failures”
    • As Founder and CEO of Proven Valor Professionals, Jeff Sabins brought battlefield-tested leadership into the world of business operations. In this feature, he shares how his military background, advanced education, and firsthand experience with adversity helped him build companies that move with precision, clarity, and purpose. The article covers his journey from combat to consulting, and how he transforms teams into self-sustaining systems. 


Published Articles


  • The War Horse – “From One Battle to Another: A New Fight I Never Expected”
    • Jeff Sabins reflects on the combat highs that few talk about — not the adrenaline, but the fleeting sense of invincibility shared among Marines in the thick of it. In this personal essay, he draws a haunting connection between the emotional weight of war and the quiet, private battles that follow. It’s about laughter in chaos, brotherhood under fire, and the moments that stay with you forever.

 

  • The Art of Autism – “A Military Dad Asks: What Child Do You See?”
    • In this deeply personal piece, Jeff Sabins challenges perceptions around autism through the lens of a father, a combat veteran, and a protector. He invites readers to confront their assumptions with honesty and humility, asking a simple but powerful question: when you see a child with autism, what do you actually see? 

 

If you’re a podcast host, journalist, or organization looking to feature a real story of leadership, adversity, and impact — let’s connect.

👉 Contact Me for bookings, interviews, or feature requests.

Contact

Let’s Get to Work.

Whether you’re planning a leadership event, building a student program, or just finished one of my books and want to connect — you’re in the right place. I read every message, and if it’s real, I’ll get back to you.


🔹 For Speaking Engagements:

Want a keynote that leaves your audience fired up, focused, and thinking differently about leadership and adversity? I’ve spoken at schools, corporate retreats, military groups, and national conferences.


🔹 For School Leadership Programs:

If you're a school leader, teacher, or program director looking to bring proven leadership and mindset training to your students, I’d love to connect.

Use the form to request a copy of my school program overview.

🔹 For Book Questions or Media Inquiries:

If you're a reader, journalist, or podcast host looking to collaborate, you can reach me directly.

Media kits and headshots available upon request.