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Retired U.S. Marine Capt. Eric W. Barton ’16, Doctor of Business Administration, founded several defense contracting companies in his home state of Tennessee, managing contracts in excess of $2 billion and employing more than 11,000 people over the past decade. His career also awakened a commitment to make the world a better place. He continues this important work through his family’s foundation, which donates $500,000 to $1 million each year, and through LexLin Gypsy Ranch, where he raises horses to donate to equine-assisted therapy programs across the United States. “Nothing makes me feel more whole than doing something that improves another life,” Barton says. “Take a chance to make a difference and it will make a great impact in your life.”