Capt. (Ret.) Pablo J. Espin was born in Ecuador and raised in the Bronx after his family immigrated to the United States. Growing up in poverty shaped his resilience, discipline, and deep appreciation for opportunity. Those values carried him into a life of service, first as a U.S. Army soldier and later as a U.S. Air Force officer, where he served with distinction, including combat deployments and as a mortuary officer entrusted with honoring our fallen. His military career, spanning both enlisted and officer ranks, left him with a legacy of leadership, adaptability, and commitment to those under his care.

Following his military service, Capt. (Ret.) Espin transitioned into corporate leadership, building a career in Human Resources. Today, he serves as Director of Human Resources at ScentAir Technologies, where he has led large-scale cultural, organizational, and people-development initiatives across the United States, EMEA, and APAC regions. He is known for creating innovative programs such as bilingual ESL classes, military-style performance review systems, financial literacy workshops, and employee wellness initiatives. His leadership balances discipline with empathy, always centering on people while driving results that strengthen the organization.

Beyond his career, Capt. (Ret.) Espin is a husband, father of two, real estate investor, and community leader within Lancaster, SC. His life story reflects the American Dream: from hardship and combat service to corporate leadership and entrepreneurship. Recognized nationally as a Top-10 Finalist for the 2025 SHRM/USAA Everyday Hero Award, Capt. (Ret.) Espin continues to embody service, resilience, and leadership, inspiring both veterans and civilians alike.

Capt. (Ret.) Espin actively supports the Veteran community through multiple channels. At ScentAir, he founded the ScentAir Veterans Network, connecting employees with local Veteran support groups and fostering community through service events like blood drives, volunteer builds, and mentoring programs. He partners with Veterans Bridge Home (VBH) to provide transition support for service members, including career networking and skill-building.

He also leads bilingual financial literacy classes for employees, with a special focus on empowering Hispanic and African American colleagues to understand investing, retirement planning, and wealth-building. Additionally, Capt. (Ret.) Espin is deeply involved in community volunteer efforts, from organizing CPR/AED training sessions onsite to supporting Habitat for Humanity and local Veteran outreach programs.

Through these efforts, Capt. (Ret.) Espin continues to serve his community with the same dedication he gave to his country—uplifting others, advocating for Veterans, and creating pathways for long-term success and inclusion.