The odds were against Steve Wilmer, he grew up in poverty and in the projects without a father. After graduating high school he became a United States Marine, serving eight years. Wilmer would later go on to spend a decade in law enforcement before entering the business world, and becoming successful in the insurance business. That would lead to his current career, as a speaker, trainer, and now an author. Wilmer's book on achieving in life and business is entitled "10 to Win".