John Waltz was born December 10, 1976 in Kalamazoo Michigan and currently resides in Hebron, Kentucky with his wife and three children. John is a disabled veteran and proudly served with the United States Navy from 2000 to 2004 where he was involved in Operation Noble Eagle, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. After his time in the military, he worked as a civilian contractor in Iraq for a year.

Since becoming disabled, John has been actively involved in veteran and troop advocacy and his resume includes serving as Chief Communications Officer for Iraq War Veterans Organization, Kentucky Director for Order of the Silver Rose, and Kentucky State Captain for Vets for Freedom. At the same time, He is an active writer for Associated Content and has been involved in several radio, print, and television interviews.

John is the co-founder and Executive Director of Severus Worldwide, which is a non-profit non-governmental organization whose mission is to revitalize Iraq’s health sector as well as countries in conflict.

His educational pursuits include an Associate’s Degree in Business from Phoenix University and currently attending Regent University for a Bachelors Degree in Political Science with a minor in Foreign Affairs.

In his work with Severus Worldwide John states that, “Since I have dedicated myself to this effort, many people and organizations claim to be pro-mission or say they support the troops. It is easy to say you support something just like people who paste on stickers saying "Free Tibet" but the willingness to get their hands dirty is another story all together. The only sacrifice that has to be made is doubt because by making an investment in our organization, we will be able to provide the tools needed to help Iraq. With these tools available, the Iraqi people will finally have some glimmer of hope that there will be a brighter future ahead. I ask for you to look deep in your heart and help contribute to "Operation Iraqi Healing" and help invest in a better tomorrow for Iraq and the world.”

John is available for speaking opportunities, fundraisers, and media interviews please contact events@severusworldwide.org