Master Sergeant Cedric King entered the United States Army in 1995. During his 20-year career, Master Sergeant King proved himself to be an exemplary soldier graduating from several distinguished schools in the Army, including but not limited to: the United States Army Jumpmaster Course, United States Army Pathfinder course, Air Assault course, and The United States Army Ranger Course.

Master Sargent King is the recipient of the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Legion of Merit and is an awardee of the order of Saint Maurice The Patron Saint of the Infantry.

On July 25, 2012 during his second tour in Afghanistan, Cedric was severely injured by an Improvised Explosive Device. The explosion caused internal injuries, permanent damage to his right arm and hand and the amputation of both of his legs. Cedric now refers to that moment as his finest hour.

While recovering from his injuries Cedric completed his Bachelor's in Business Administration and began to cultivate his speaking voice. Cedric saw all of his adversities and trials as a classroom to learn from and study in and to one day teach others how to overcome their challenges and fears. He has shared his story of perseverance and endurance with audiences all over the world. He has trained and taught audiences ranging from the military, including the U.S. Naval Academy, the U. S. Military Academy at West Point, to professional sports franchises of the NFL, NBA, and MLB. Fortune 500 companies such as Bank of America, Home Depot, Under Armour, Google Meta, and countless more.

In February 2019 his story was published in print when he released his book, “The Making Point.'' He shares mindsets, philosophies, and stories that include how 21 months after losing both of his legs, Cedric completed the 2014 Boston Marathon. In late 2020 his story even caught the eye of Hollywood producers and is now on its way to the big screen in a story called “Endurance.” He has been featured on Networks such as CBS, NBC, ABC, HBO, and the NFL Network. He has competed in some of the world’s toughest endurance events including the Marine Corps Ultra Marathon 50k challenge, and several 70.3 mile half Ironman Triathlons. He is a three-time New York City marathon finisher, a four-time Chicago Marathon Finisher, an eleven-time Boston Marathon finisher, countless half marathons, and a three-time 48.6-mile Disney Marathon series finisher. As of last month there were roughly 5000 runners who had completed all 7 world major marathons, of that number there are 5 amputees and of that 5 amputees, two are double amputees. Cedric is one of those two. Cedric is currently training for his first 140.6 mile full Ironman and has finished his second book; “Marathons Mindset and Mercy.”

Cedric has been married to his lovely wife, Khieda King, since October of 2000 and they have two beautiful daughters, Amari and Khayma King.