In this episode of “Doing Tech Better in Government,” host Brian Fox sits down with Brandon Smart, a retired U.S. Marine Corps leader and current executive at IBR LLC, to explore the essence of leadership in both military and civilian life. Brandon reflects on two decades of service in the Marine Corps, sharing insights that shaped his upcoming book focused on leadership development through four core principles: the power of peer influence, sound decision-making, holistic fitness (physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual), and the foundational role of reading. With stories from his career and reflections on personal growth, Brandon offers a compelling perspective on what it truly means to lead with purpose, resilience, and empathy.