Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Joshua “Cabo” Gunderson is a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force Reserves, combat-proven fighter pilot, and founder of GTG Energy LLC — a veteran-owned company revolutionizing performance supplements. As an F-15C and F-22 pilot, I flew high-stakes combat missions and long deployments where mental sharpness wasn’t optional. Like many warfighters, I turned to nicotine and tobacco products for quick focus — but the crashes, addiction risks, and long-term health trade-offs were unacceptable in life-or-death environments. Determined to find a better solution, I founded GTG Energy LLC. We create premium oral pouches that replace tobacco and nicotine with science-backed nootropics and adaptogens. Our pouches deliver sustained mental focus, clarity, and steady energy — without the crash or harmful side effects. GTG Energy™ pouches are proudly veteran-owned, made in the USA, and built for high-performers who refuse to compromise: fighter pilots, entrepreneurs, athletes, and anyone demanding peak cognitive performance. A 2008 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy (Geospatial Science and Spanish), I earned Distinguished Graduate honors and Top Gun in F-15 training. My active-duty career included assignments in Japan, Alaska, Virginia, and Nevada, multiple combat deployments supporting Operation Inherent Resolve (recipient of the squadron Raytheon Award - 2012), and command of the Air Force’s only F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team (2020–2022). During that time, I led over 200 airshow sorties worldwide — including the Super Bowl LVI flyover — while being named Field Grade Officer of the Year for the 1st Fighter Wing. Today, I continue serving as a fighter pilot in the Air Force Reserves while consulting in civilian aviation. I’m also deeply passionate about community outreach, having engaged thousands of students and volunteering at schools and children’s hospitals. GTG Energy™ Pouches — Better Health. Better Focus.
Fighter pilot assigned to the 706th Aggressor Squadron under the 926th Wing at Nellis Air Force Base. Provide Reserve augmentation and adversary air support for the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center’s high-end training, operational test & evaluation, and tactics development missions.
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Served as a corporate pilot conducting aircraft management and flight operations in support of business events. These responsibilities focus on aviation safety and efficient travel while adhering to all Federal, state and local laws governing aviation operations.
Served as an F-22 Raptor Subject Matter Expert in the 232nd Combat Training Squadron at Nellis AFB, NV. The mission of the unit is to support Operational Test and prepare for high-end threats facing the United States through flying and simulation.
Josh spent time volunteering each month at the Planes of Fame Air Museum in southern California. During his time at the museum, he supported aircraft maintenance and community engagement with museum visitors. His time flying with the US Air Force Heritage Flight Foundation as the F-22 Demonstration Team Commander/Pilot showcased the importance of preserving history through flight and Josh enjoys sharing this passion with others.