About Leo Dunson

Leo Dunson is a businessman, minister, and U.S. Army combat veteran whose life and work sit at the intersection of faith, leadership, and wealth-building. He is known for combining spiritual conviction with real-world execution—teaching not only belief, but structure, discipline, and results.

As the founder of ventures under his brand, including Dunson International, Leo focuses on building tangible assets and long-term income through land acquisitions, digital platforms, and strategic business development. His approach is rooted in ownership, scalability, and generational vision—creating systems designed to produce both influence and financial growth.

Leo’s professional background spans multiple high-performance industries. He served as a Casino Sales Executive with Caesars Entertainment, managing thousands of VIP relationships and generating high-level revenue through strategic client development. He also worked as a Nightclub Promotions Manager at 1 OAK Nightclub, Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop, and KOI Nightclub, where he built and maintained a strong book of business, generated consistent repeat clientele, and drove revenue through strategic relationship building. Operating in one of the most competitive nightlife markets in the country, he mastered branding, client acquisition, and high-end customer experience.

In the security and operations sector, Leo has held leadership roles as a Site Director and Account Manager with Marksman Security, overseeing personnel, client relations, and large-scale property operations. Across each role, he has demonstrated a consistent ability to lead teams, drive performance, and execute at a high level.

Before his civilian career, Leo served as a Sergeant in the United States Army, where he developed the discipline, resilience, and leadership foundation that continues to define his mindset and mission today.

In ministry, Reverend Dunson has built a strong online presence, reaching over 80,000 followers and impacting more than 100,000 individuals worldwide through his teachings. He is the author of God’s Laws, Commandments, and Statutes, Precept Upon Precept, and The Blessings of God’s Laws, delivering a message centered on obedience, structure, and the reality that God’s laws produce blessings not only spiritually, but in everyday life.

Expanding beyond ministry, Leo has also stepped into the political arena, including a brief run for Congress—demonstrating his commitment to influence not just individuals, but systems and communities at a higher level.

Academically, he holds a Master’s degree in Applied Ministry from Liberty University and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Leo Dunson continues to focus on leadership, ownership, and impact—bridging faith and business to create lasting results through disciplined execution and strategic growth.

Military Career

Leo L. Dunson Jr. enlisted in the United States Army in 2003, attending Basic Combat Training (BCT) at Fort Benning, Georgia. For infantry soldiers, BCT and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) were combined into one continuous program (OSUT), designed to develop the physical, mental, and tactical skills required of an infantryman. Training included room clearing techniques (MOUT), battle drills, individual movement techniques, small-unit formations, and foundational infantry tactics.

Upon completing training, Dunson was assigned to Fort Wainwright, Alaska, where he joined the 172nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, Bravo Company, 1st Platoon, 3rd Squad, Bravo Team. His unit was already preparing for deployment to Iraq, and he trained extensively with them for nearly 18 months before deployment.

In August 2005, Dunson deployed to Mosul, Iraq, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. His unit conducted counterinsurgency operations including routine patrols, raids, and searches for weapons caches. On July 1, 2006, while serving in Iraq, Dunson was promoted to the rank of Sergeant.

The 172nd Stryker Brigade’s tour was originally scheduled to conclude in July 2006, but the Army unexpectedly extended the deployment by four additional months. Some elements of the brigade had already returned to Alaska when they were ordered back to Iraq. During this extension, the brigade was redirected to Baghdad to help quell escalating sectarian violence. The extended tour lasted a total of 16 months, one of the longest continuous infantry deployments of the war at that time.

As a result of its actions in Iraq, the 172nd Stryker Brigade was awarded the Valorous Unit Award, with the citation signed by General George W. Casey Jr., then Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army.

Dunson re-enlisted while serving in Iraq and later attended the Warrior Leader Course (WLC)—formerly the Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC)—at Fort Richardson, Alaska, in September 2007. He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army in April 2008, completing more than four years of active-duty service.

Medals and Ribbons:

  • Army Commendation Medal

  • Army Achievement Medal

  • Army Good Conduct Medal

  • National Defense Service Medal

  • Iraq Campaign Medal

  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

  • NCO Professional Development Ribbon

  • Army Service Ribbon

  • Army Overseas Service Ribbon

Badges:

  • Combat Infantryman Badge

  • Expert Infantryman Badge

  • Expert Marksmanship Badge

  • Expert Grenade Badge