What happens when a former Olympian, 9/11 survivor, and financial expert walks away from success to help wounded veterans heal through flight?

In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Rich sits down with Lyubim Kogan, founder of Wings4Heroes, to discuss an extraordinary mission helping amputee and deaf veterans rediscover purpose, confidence, and hope through rehabilitation, adventure, and paragliding.

From surviving the collapse of the Soviet Union and competing in the Winter Olympics to experiencing 9/11 firsthand and rebuilding lives affected by war, Lyubim’s story is one of resilience, service, and humanity.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

•  How Wings4Heroes helps veterans recover emotionally and physically 
•  Why community is critical for healing PTSD and Trauma 
•  The emotional realities amputee veterans face after war 
•  How adaptive flight Therapy changes lives 
•  Why Lyubim believes purpose is the key to recovery 

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• Wings4Heroes
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