Bryan was nominated by his wife, Emily:
I am nominating my husband. He truly is my hero. He has served in the military for over 17 years and has been active in two wars. He has given up his shore duty tours twice in order to deploy and serve and it shows in the ribbons displayed on his uniform. I cannot be more proud. In addition to being a dedicated U.S. Navy Sailor, he is also a wonderful husband and father. Our two children are not his biologically but you would never know this by speaking to them or seeing him with them. He considers them his and they consider him Dad always. He also volunteers in the community as a Baseball Coach. It is so great to see him working with these kids with such a big smile on his face and theirs as well. It shows his giving nature that is for sure.