Jonathan "Penny" Penaloza

Welcome to another episode of Heroes Have Wings, where we spotlight ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Today, I’m honored to introduce Jonathan "Penny" Penaloza, a man whose journey defines resilience, dedication, and service. Born in Italy to Colombian and Venezuelan parents, and having called Puerto Rico and Central Florida home, Penny’s story is as global as it is inspiring. A 14-year Army veteran, he served across the globe, earning not one, but two Air Medals and deploying twice to Afghanistan, proving himself as a leader under fire.

But Penny isn’t just about battlefield heroics, he’s a proud father to a ‘little princess’ and a self-proclaimed wrestling nerd who believes in helping others above all else. Whether he’s hitting the softball field or spending quality time with his daughter, he reminds us that behind every hero is a human being. Today, he’s here to show us what it means to be a regular person stepping up to do the extraordinary.
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