From Combat Veteran to CEO: Geoffrey Costa’s Story of Reinvention | Lead Forward Strategies

From Combat Veteran to Business Coach: Geoffrey Costa’s JourneyWhat does it take to rebuild your life, redefine success, and create a business around clarity and purpose?This week on New York’s Business Podcast, I sit down with Geoffrey Costa, Founder of Lead Forward Strategies and author of the Amazon best-seller Forged in Armor, Freed by Love. Geoffrey’s journey is nothing short of remarkable — from West Point graduate and decorated combat veteran, to corporate success story, to now helping entrepreneurs and business owners find alignment in both business and life.In this conversation, we cover:• The story behind Lead Forward Strategies and why he built it around clarity, systems, and purpose• How his book became a mirror for readers to reflect on their own lives• Breaking free from the “owner-operator” trap and learning to think like a CEO• The role of equine therapy, coaching, and spirituality in shaping his mission• Redefining success as presence, freedom, and purpose — not just money or statusGeoffrey’s story is powerful, raw, and full of lessons for business owners, leaders, and anyone searching for alignment.🎧 Watch the full episode now on YouTube and listen on all podcast platforms.