About

Paul Kopernik is an accomplished Unified Communication Engineer who made a successful 24-year career in the technology sector immediately following an honorable six years of service in the US Marines. He is known for his exceptional work ethic and diverse interests - from participating in marathons to dirt biking, nurturing rescued animals, and nurturing his hobby farm. He is always ready to challenge himself and explore the world around him.

Career & Major Achievements

His desire to serve his nation led him to join the US Marines, where he served with honor for six years, an experience that instilled in him the critical virtues of discipline, hard work, and resilience. He was recognized for his exceptional work and dedication during his service and was awarded 2 Navy Achievement Medals. Armed with these virtues, he transitioned into the technology sector and, for 24 years, dedicated himself to mastering his craft. As a Unified Communications Engineer, his dedication, consistency, and commitment to excellence kept him at the top of his profession.

Hobbies & Interests

Although his professional accomplishments are noteworthy, his life outside work is equally intriguing. He's completed an impressive 15 marathons and continues to run for leisure, reveling in the physical challenge and the mental fortitude it demands. His best marathon time stands at an enviable 3:21.

Beyond his love for running, Paul has found great joy in dirt biking, a childhood dream that he has been able to fulfill. He values everything about the sport - its physical demands, the skills it cultivates, and the humility it builds. Dirt biking also allows him to add hands-on mechanical experience to his wheelhouse as he is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting his bike.

Always a man pursuing knowledge, he has liked Russian novels, which serve as a source of literary pleasure and expose him to introspection and self-improvement. He applies the virtues learned through these various pursuits to all aspects of his life.

Core Values & Virtues

He is a hard worker committed to building his dream hobby farm on his homestead. His ethic aligns with his belief in ethical animal husbandry and encompasses woodworking, metalworking, and maintenance of farm equipment.

His sense of duty also extends to his community. He has volunteered at local animal rescue shelters, providing love and care to needy animals. He has also extended his support to the recovery community as a beacon of hope inspired by his journey. His activities are a testament to his hard work, compassion, and constant resilience.

In every facet of life, Paul Kopernik exemplifies that virtues like discipline, resilience, and hard work can pave the way for an enriching life journey. From serving in the Marines to excelling in his tech career, from running marathons to nurturing his hobby farm and rescued animals, his story is a testament to the richness and depth of character that comes from a life well-lived and a heart well-nurtured.