Garret Biss

About Garret Biss

Veterans deserve more than a simple “thank you for your service.” Veterans have given this country their best and deserve to experience its best in return—thriving careers, healthy families, and meaningful lives beyond their time in uniform.Yet for many, military transition often leads to disconnection, a loss of identity, and unrealized potential. Our nation depends on the continued contributions of its Veterans—and with that comes a responsibility to ensure veterans are supported, empowered, and equipped to thrive in this new chapter. is to redefine the veteran transition from a period of loss into a catalyst for growth—helping Veterans reclaim self-worth, translate military strengths, and succeed in their next mission. I don’t see brokenness; I see untapped potential hindered by military transition. Through the CAM Model™ (Connection, Authenticity, and Meaning), I address mental and emotional needs at the root. This strengths-based framework improves the efficacy of all support systems. Evidence-based practices delivered with compassion, through the lens of veteran culture and lived experience. Healing and growth accelerate when campuses, courts, clinics, and companies work together. & – I equip professionals with cultural insight and CAM-aligned tools that improve outcomes for Veterans in recovery- – I provide culturally fluent programs like V-WERT™ (Veteran Wellness, Empowerment & Resilience Training) to help Veterans reclaim identity, agency, and a renewed sense of direction. – I deliver strengths-based programs that foster belonging, purpose, and persistence on campus. & – I train leaders and veteran employees to boost engagement, retention, and performance?USMC Veteran & former Marine Corps Pilot • TEDx Speaker • Founder, Diamond Mind™ • Recovery leader and program developer focused on positive psychology and post-traumatic growth. —on campus, in care, in the courts, or at work—’.

Experience

1. Training Consultant - Recovery

   Opioid Response Network

   May 2024 — Present

   The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration funded the State Opioid Response/ Tribal Opioid Response – Technical Assistance grant to the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry in collaboration with the Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network, Columbia University Division on Substance Use Disorders and a large national coalition. This coalition forms the Opioid Response Network to provide free training and education to address opioid, stimulant and all substance use disorders. https://opioidresponsenetwork.org/

Education

• The Flourishing Center

  Certificate, Applied Positive Psychology

  2018 — 2018

• Auburn University

  Master's Degree, Real Estate Development

  2014 — 2016

• University of Maryland - A. James Clark School of Engineering

  Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Real Estate Development
• Market Analysis
• Cash Flow Analysis
• Real Estate License
• Writing
• Self-Publishing
• Charity Marketing
• Fundraising
• Charity Work
• Security Clearance
• Military Operations
• Military
• Operational Planning
• Military Experience
• Dod
• Military Aviation
• Command
• Defense
• National Security
• Engineering
• Customer Service
• Force Protection
• Government
• Leadership
• Military Training
• Strategic Planning
• Management
• Program Management
• Conference Speaking
• Public Speaking