A veteran of the Vietnam War, Christopher Uzzi offers support and resources to several associations dedicated to helping the troops. Christopher Uzzi has donated to Operation Support Our Troops, AdoptaPlatoon Soldier Support Effort, the Red Cross, and the Salvation Army. Recognized for his military service, Christopher Uzzi possesses two Bronze Star Medals and a Conspicuous Service Medal. Christopher Uzzi also holds membership in the Non-Commissioned Officer Candidate Association. Christopher Uzzi cites Chögyam Trungpa, John C. McManus, and Paulo Coelho as his favorite authors. Christopher Uzzi names Shambhala: Sacred Path of the Warrior by Chögyam Trungpa, The 7th Infantry Regiment: Combat in an Age of Terror: The Korean War Through the Present by John C. McManus, and The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho as his favorite books. An avid gardener, Christopher Uzzi exhibits expertise in working with soil and growing vegetables. When he is not working, volunteering, or gardening, Christopher Uzzi partakes in tennis tournaments and offers his services as an advisor for senior tennis players. Christopher Uzzi previously functioned as a devoted softball player, as well.