Helping dads 10x their grit so they can grow it in their kids | Dad of 4 with dwarfism | Motivational Speaker | Software Engineer Turned Product Manager | Overcoming odds | Inspiring the world.

👋 Hi, my name is Kris. 

I am 4’5’’ tall, and was born with dwarfism.

Doctors told my parents I would never make it.

After I survived, doctors then told my mom to place me into an institution because I’d never walk, talk, or live a “normal” life.

As you are figuring out, it didn’t turn out that way.

“Challenge accepted” has been my mantra.

So has a faith in God and His ability to help me through anything.

That has led me to …

→ Recovering from 20+ surgeries all under the age of 20
→ Graduating high school in 2001
→ Going to college
→ Teaching myself how to design, code and media production
→ Starting multiple small businesses
→ Building a career in tech as a developer and now a product manager
→ Getting married
→ Having 4 kids, 2 with dwarfism

Maybe the doctors were right about one thing, after all.

My life is far from “normal”.

And I am 💯 percent here for it.

You might say I have quite the story.

So do you.

That’s why earlier this year I decided to start sharing my story via #linkedin, one-on-one conversations, and public speaking.

Not for my own gain, but to inspire you to face and share your own stories.

Because that’s the first step to building self-confidence and the life you want.

If you like what you’re reading, be sure to follow and even drop me a DM.

Hope this encourages you to push through whatever you are facing right now.

Kris Hammons

HR Business Partner at General Dynamics Mission Systems

I am passionate about helping employees feel good about the work they do. I partner with leaders to build and strengthen relationships through communication, collaboration and employee engagement, focusing on recognition and retention. I love labor relations and work hard to foster a positive management/union work relationship. 

Linda Harrison

Excited to share that we’ll be hosting a virtual career fair January 22, 2026. If you’re an Engineer looking for a new opportunity, check us out! General Dynamics Mission Systems

Talent Acquisition Sourcing Manager at General Dynamics Mission Systems

2026 is set to be an exciting year for General Dynamics Mission Systems. We will be hiring across multiple engineering disciplines and seeking talent for our Pittsfield, MA business. Throughout the year, we will be hosting events, so join us early to get in early.

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