Advisor

Christian Werthmuller

Christian Werthmuller is an Army combat veteran who served in the U.S. Army from 1987 to 2013, with a distinguished career spanning over two decades. As an advisor to Veteran Strong USA, he plays a key role in shaping the organization's mission and strategic direction. Christian earned an Associate in Arts (AA) from Orange Coast College and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communications, which provided the foundation for his career in both the military and civilian sectors.

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With a background in electronics engineering, Christian has extensive experience in communications and military science. His military service, combined with his technical expertise, allows him to offer valuable insight into the needs of veterans. A passionate advocate for his fellow service members, Christian is deeply committed to supporting and empowering veterans.

Through his work with Veteran Strong USA, he strives to ensure veterans have access to the resources and opportunities they deserve, leaving a lasting positive impact on the veteran community.

Advisor

Andrea Burns

Andrea Burns is a retired officer of the United States Marine Corps, serving for 24 years and achieving the rank of LtCol.  Andrea is a combat veteran, having deployed to Iraq in 2005-2006 as an Air Command & Control Officer.

As a second career, in 2008, Andrea became a business owner of Coastal Tax LLC and Franchise owner of multiple Liberty Tax offices in South Orange County.  Andrea is an Enrolled Agent and certified with the California Tax Education Council.   She assists her clients with the preparation of Business, Trust and Personal returns as well as Tax Resolution.  

Andrea is committed to helping veterans with their tax needs and serves as compliance officer for Veteran Strong.

Advisor

Megan Langston

As the Human Works Foundation's CEO/Chief Community Officer (CCO), she has demonstrated exceptional leadership in providing job readiness and career pathways for veterans, reentry populations, youth, and women. Her work emphasizes empowering individuals facing employment challenges and equipping them with the tools to achieve self-sufficiency. In 2019, Megan joined the Orange County Veterans and Military Families Collaborative (OCVMFC) and in 2020, became the Chair of the Employment Work Group. She expanded the group's initiatives to include entrepreneurship, and in 2024, she was appointed Vice Chair of OCVMFC, where she continues to advocate for veterans' needs and address gaps in services. Her deep understanding of veteran issues and her experience in community outreach make Megan an invaluable asset to Veteran Strong USA. Her advisory role in Communications & Outreach will enhance the organization's efforts to support veterans and their families through equine therapy, ensuring that more individuals are aware of and can benefit from these transformative programs.