Military Thriving™

as a Community

Building a Military Thriving community requires a coalition of the willing made up of key stakeholders from the public, private and nonprofit sectors that collaborate to achieve shared goals, objectives, and outcomes. Military friendly communities aim to attract and keep service members, Veterans and their families in the region with tax incentives, opportunities for employment, and lifestyle perks and amenities. To go beyond and get to Military Thriving, communities must also offer significant opportunities for transitioning service members, Veterans and military spouses to find meaningful employment as well as entrepreneurs to own small businesses, provide opportunities for continued service, and a connected community.

If your region:

Has a strong 

military and Veteran population

Wants to integrate

a “whole of region” approach

Is positioned for 

significant economic growth

ZeroMils is uniquely positioned to foster collaboration, nationally and locally and create a true Military Thriving community with you.

ZeroMils drives outcomes with our community partners—keeping military and veteran connected families as well as attracting new ones into a region.

Uniting the players—federal, state and local government agencies, corporations, business alliances, small businesses and franchises, state and local chambers of commerce—to build and implement a whole of region solution, which in turn leads to a military thriving community.

Get to ZeroMils and Get to Military Thriving™.

Lead the way

Real stories. Real change.

Military Thriving

Veteran Coaches Bring Continued Service to the American Bowl

At the January 22, 2026 American Bowl, 13 Veteran coaches joined 120 college football players. ZeroMils and Soldiers to Sidelines highlighted continued service.
Military Thriving

Georgetown Brings 25 States Into the Military Thriving Conversation

ZeroMils’ June 10, 2026 national forum brought 150 leaders from 25 states together in person, with another 600 joining virtually.
Military Thriving

San Diego Connects 120 Leaders Around Military Thriving

On August 26, 2026, ZeroMils and National University brought 120 leaders together in San Diego to strengthen connections across the military community.
Military Thriving/ Newsletter

Taking a Moment to Pause, Reflect and Recognize — We are Always in Transition

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to pause and reflect on the conversations, connections, and experiences that have shaped our work this year.
Video

ZeroMils on Capitol Hill

ZeroMils had the honor of representing Veteran small business owners at the House Committee on Small Business hearing, “From Service to Startup: Empowering Veteran Entrepreneurs.”
In the News

Veterans Empowering Communities Through Continued Service

Military.com
Often, veterans' experiences shape how they lead in communities. Military.com spoke with Daniel Avegalio, Dean of Students at Missouri Western State University, and Kevin Schmeigel, current co-founder of ZeroMils, who continues to elevate others through their dedication. Both veterans share how they’ve redefined their own sense of purpose and what...
Military Thriving/ Newsletter

Leading a Service Movement

Last week, we wrapped our fourth Uniting in Service event in Charlotte, fulfilling our commitment to mobilize a nationwide, military-connected community. More than 10,000 people reached; one message endures: when veterans lead through service, America thrives.
In the News

Nov. 11 isn’t about serving veterans — it’s about veterans serving America

The Hill
Given the state of our country, it may be difficult to envision Americans of all ages, in and out of uniform, from every walk of life, standing side by side in service to their nation, their communities and one another.
In the News/ Video

V3-Certified Employer Spotlight: How ZeroMils Wins With Veteran Talent

Virginia Department of Veterans Services
It’s time to stop saying you’re military-friendly — and start creating military-thriving cultures and communities.
Military Thriving/ Newsletter

Veterans Day Isn’t About Serving Veterans

It’s time to shift the narrative. Veterans and military families don’t need charity — they need to be seen, heard, and empowered.