Lee EllisColonel Lee EllisUSAF RetiredLee Ellis began his distinguished military career as a fighter pilot after graduating from the University of Georgia in 1965. During the Vietnam War, his aircraft was shot down, and he spent over five years as a prisoner f war in Hanoi. This life-defining experience shaped his understanding of leadership under pressure and inspired his lifelong commitment to helping others lead with honor.After his repatriation, Ellis resumed flying duties and eventually retired as a colonel. His military honors include two Silver Stars, the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star with Valor device, the Purple Heart, the Air Medal with eight Oak Leaf Clusters, and the Prisoner of War Medal, along with four Air Force Commendation Medals and four Meritorious Service Medals. He was inducted into the Georgia Military Veterans Hall of Fame in 2014 and received the DAR Medal of Honor in 2015.In his post-military career, Ellis founded Leadership Freedom LLC and Freedom Star Media, developing leadership and behavioral tools used worldwide. He authored Leading with Honor and Engage with Honor, offering practical strategies shaped by his extraordinary experiences. After publishing Leading with Honor in 2012, he renamed his company to emphasize honorable leadership. For the past 28 years, he has served as a leadership consultant, author, coach, and trainer. Read More Read Less