About The Author

Brian Reese is an entrepreneur and #1 bestselling author of multiple books, known for turning complex, high-stakes rules into clear, practical guidance people can actually use. He builds Veteran-Owned, mission-driven brands focused on service, freedom, and personal responsibility—helping Americans stay informed, stay lawful, and protect what matters most.

Brian is the owner of GunShowTrader.com, a Veteran-Owned and Operated company and the #1 gun and knife show listing website in America. The site reaches 4,200,000+ unique visitors and 60,000,000+ page views each year, with 350,000+ monthly unique visitors using its verified state-by-state calendar to find gun and knife shows near you in one click.

He is also one of the world’s leading experts on veteran benefits. Since 2013, Brian has helped millions of veterans and their families cut through confusion with clear, actionable education. He is the founder of VA Claims Insider, a company that has directly helped more than 25,000 veterans pursue the VA disability benefits they earned through honorable service—unlocking billions in tax-free compensation.

A former active-duty U.S. Air Force officer, Brian deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, where he earned the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious wartime service. He is a Distinguished Graduate of Management from the U.S. Air Force Academy and holds an MBA from Oklahoma State University, where he was a National Honor Scholar.

As the author of Gun Laws by State 2026, Brian applies a standards-driven, traveler-first approach to lawful carry education. The guide is built from primary sources—official state statutes, state agency guidance, and other government-published materials—then organized into a fast, practical format (Quick Cards, checklists, and plain-language summaries) designed to reduce preventable mistakes for responsible gun owners traveling across state lines.

Beyond business, Brian is a faith-driven visionary called to build and back world-changing ventures that improve lives, create lasting impact, and reflect Kingdom values. His mission is to multiply every blessing God has entrusted to him by 100X—for His glory and the advancement of His Kingdom. Brian lives in Texas with his wife and three children.