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Michele Rigby Assad

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Michele Rigby Assad spent a decade working as an undercover intelligence officer in the CIA’s Directorate of Operations. While serving as a counterterrorism and counterintelligence specialist, Michele realized the value of being different in an industry that was largely lacking in diversity. Several years into her CIA career, she discovered that what made her different was what enabled her to excel as an intelligence officer. Now Michele seeks to demonstrate how ordinary people can do extraordinary things when their faith and passions are greater than their fears.

Michele is an international security consultant, public speaker, and trainer focused on counterterrorism, personal security, and refugees with her work being featured by ABC’s 20/
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Michele Rigby Assad The idea for this book came when I was still working at the CIA. I had such a challenging career serving in some really tough places, and it seemed th…moreThe idea for this book came when I was still working at the CIA. I had such a challenging career serving in some really tough places, and it seemed that the harder the tour, the more I learned and the more I contributed to the mission. In fact, I learned more in Iraq than all my other tours combined.

It was there, at the height of the war--that I was able to make the most significant contributions. Had I gotten my way and gotten out of that tour, I would have never gained this level of counterterrorism and counterintelligence expertise. The very place I tried to avoid was the place in which I shined. What a lesson!

I wrote this book in faith that the agency would let me drop cover and would approve the publication of stories from my time on the frontline of the war on terror. And luckily, they have. Today I'm using my story and experiences to inspire others. Now that's a worthwhile mission!(less)
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“God isn't looking for perfection. He is seeking men and women with faith greater than fear.”
Michele Rigby Assad, Breaking Cover: My Secret Life in the CIA and What It Taught Me about What's Worth Fighting For

“Ordinary people can do extraordinary things when their faith is greater than their fear.”
Michele Rigby Assad

“Serving God isn't easy. It is gut-wrenching, difficult work. It is not for the faint of heart. But if you listen for his voice, are open to his leading, and obey his will, you will experience adventures beyond your wildest imagination and climb mountains you never dreamed possible.”
Michele Rigby Assad , Breaking Cover: My Secret Life in the CIA and What It Taught Me about What's Worth Fighting For

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