About MilitaryEngagement.com
MilitaryEngagement.com was founded by Nick, whose extensive experience across private, nonprofit, and local government sectors highlighted a pressing need: bridging the gap between corporate America and the veteran community.Recognizing that veterans possess unparalleled leadership, discipline, and problem-solving abilities, Nick sought to create a platform that not only facilitates the successful transition of service members into civilian roles but also enhances the well-being and success of companies nationwide.
The Business Case for Hiring Veterans
Integrating veterans into the workforce offers companies a wealth of benefits
Leadership and Teamwork: Veterans bring proven leadership skills and thrive in team-oriented environments, making them invaluable assets to any organization.
Strong Work Ethic: Their commitment to excellence and dedication ensures tasks are executed efficiently and effectively.
Adaptability: Having faced diverse challenges, veterans are adept at navigating complex situations and embracing change.
Diverse Skill Sets: From technical expertise to strategic planning, veterans offer a broad spectrum of skills transferable to various industries.
Our Mission
At MilitaryEngagement.com, our mission is to empower American companies to thrive by building high-impact, veteran-inclusive cultures that fuel innovation, resilience, and long-term success. We believe that investing in our nation's heroes isn't just the right thing to do—it’s a strategic advantage that strengthens the very foundation of any organization.
We are committed to helping businesses build a robust presence in corporate and community relations through the military space, develop robust Military Employee Resource Groups (MERGs) that serve as powerful engines of connection, support, and leadership development for veteran employees, and be there as a consultant that guides you ini the right direction. A strong MERG not only fosters a sense of belonging for those who’ve served—it also amplifies company culture, boosts retention, and promotes internal mobility. Our professional consultant offers retainer work to bolster your internal corporate relations as well relations with the community and military sector, keeping your partnerships, relationships, and presence as a company, engaged and seen.
But it doesn’t stop there.
MilitaryEngagement.com provides companies with a comprehensive military talent strategy—one that is proactive, data-informed, and built for long-term delivery. From defining your needs, to building your talent engagement team and MERG, we help businesses operationalize their support of veterans in ways that drive measurable ROI and lasting impact.
Through a combination of tailored consulting, workshops, and actionable frameworks, we enable companies to:
Build and scale their Military ERGs into dynamic communities of impact
Launch or enhance government assisted talent programs and train your talent team to hire veterans
Integrate veteran hiring into existing DEI, talent acquisition, and leadership development strategies
Position themselves as industry leaders in military inclusion, earning recognition and loyalty from customers and communities alike
Become a leader of Military Engagement in your industry
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Militaryengagement.com offers a public speaker for your event, com covering numerous topics. Our speaker is a known professional who has engaged with small to large audiences covering many topics nationwide. Allow us to speak with your audience covering our strongest subjects:
Serving Beyond the Uniform
Unlocking the Power of Purpose-Driven Service
Building Inclusive and Mission-Aligned Workplaces for Veterans and Spouses
Understanding Leadership
Becoming a Leader in Corporate Military Engagement
(Personal Story) From the Battlefield to Public Leadership
(Personal Story) Lead Me Home: A Soldier’s Path to Faith, Family, and Influence
How to Build a Working MERG
Motivation and Rebuilding Yourself
Overcoming the Military Transition
Military Transition: How to Network Yourself
We’re not here to check a box. We’re here to build a movement—one where American businesses grow stronger by investing in those who served, and where every veteran has a clear path to purpose-driven, meaningful employment.
Nick Busse
Founder and CEO
Nick Busse is a nationally recognized leader in military hiring strategy, workforce development, and veteran advocacy. A U.S. Army veteran with 13 years of service—including senior leadership and recruiting roles—Nick has spent his post-military career helping companies bridge the gap between corporate America and the veteran community.
With deep experience across the private sector, nonprofit leadership, and local government, Nick has advised executive teams nationwide on building sustainable military talent pipelines, launching veteran engagement programs, and developing strong Military Employee Resource Groups (MERGs). He’s also served on national steering committees, earned multiple congressional and state-level recognitions, and led initiatives that have transformed how businesses attract, engage, and retain military-connected talent. Nick is a Veteran Champion of the Year in Corporate America recipient and has worked through consulting and advocation for nonprofits, state legislative efforts, and some of the largest corporations. His education background is in Political Science and Business, and continues to work philanthropically within the national community.
As the Founder of MilitaryEngagement.com, Nick is committed to helping organizations build veteran-ready cultures that drive business performance while honoring the service and skills of our nation’s heroes.
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