About
About Semper Forward
A national network helping the military community find their next mission — and elevating employers ready to be part of it.
Our Mission
For transitioning service members
We are dedicated to serving the military community by connecting them to professional opportunities, resources, and benefits with our high-quality Partners and Resources throughout the nation.
For businesses and employers
Businesses invest in us to attract, retain, and develop military talent within their companies and the communities they serve.
Our Vision
To help employers connect with service members transitioning out of the military, spouses and life partners, and veterans through our national network of employers and communities.
Our Values
What we stand for
Leave no brother or sister behind.
Build on the sea of goodwill that exists for those who have served, and build connections for them in the civilian world once they transition from their military family.
Help maintain camaraderie in our communities and businesses through collaboration with our Partners and Resources.
Our Team
The people behind the mission
Why Work With Us
Built on a mission worth serving
“We believe you have two missions in life. The first is to serve this country, and the second is to make this country worth serving — and we want you to find your next mission.”
Semper Forward was founded by Steve Janke, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who pioneered a nationally recognized model for recruiting transitioning military talent — beginning with Mission Wisconsin, the predecessor to Semper Forward. His conviction remains our foundation: that veterans, service members, and military spouses deserve access to opportunity without barriers. We carry his mission onward in everything we do.
Connect to your next mission — and your next hire.
One national network, two missions. Whether you're transitioning out of service or building a veteran-ready workforce, we're your partner for the mission ahead.