TEXAS WARRIOR COMPASS TEAM

Meet Our Team

John Eric Menges

Founder

Early Life and Military Service

John Eric Menges was raised in a small town in West Texas, grounded in a strong Christian faith and family values. Before reaching the age of eighteen, John made the decision to join the United States Marine Corps. While serving with HMLA 169 Vipers, he participated in significant military operations, including Desert Storm and Desert Shield, as well as the

United Nations Operation in Somalia (UNOSOM) during the country’s civil war, which was marked by intense conflict between warring drug factions.

Commitment to Country and Community.

As a combat veteran, John developed a profound love for his country and a deep respect for his fellow service members who have fought to preserve the nation’s freedoms. After completing his service in the Marines, John returned to Texas, where he currently resides.

He is happily married to his wife, Michele, whom he has known since the age of six. John is also a small business owner and maintains an active role in his church community.

Dedication to Helping Veterans

John’s experiences as a combat veteran have given him a unique understanding of the challenges veterans face when transitioning from elite military units to civilian life.

Motivated by a desire to support his fellow veterans, John pursued training in Peer-to-Peer counseling and became certified in this field. Seeking a platform to reach and assist other combat veterans, John helped establish this non-profit organization, viewing it as a

meaningful way to give back and support those who have served.

Dennis Taylor

Treasurer

Born and raised in a small west Texas town in Scurry County where a handshake meant

everything. I have been fortunate enough to serve on multiple boards including several not for profit where I have been able to help the youth in our community.

After a forty-year career in the oil field chemical industry in West Texas's Permian Basin,

I am now retired. Currently, myself along with my wife Rhonda, my son, daughter and 4 grandkids operate a farm and Ranch in Scurry County. I have always enjoyed being outdoors, whether for work or hunting and fishing.

We are very blessed to live in a country where we have freedom of religion, expression and a chance to live the American dream. We also understand that this would not be true if it wasn’t for the sacrifices of all the men and women that have served and are serving in our armed forces. Many have given their lives so that we can live free.

I never served in the military, but I do feel the need to give back. We have been blessed in so many ways, and we enjoy giving back to those who have served. This is our chance to share what we love, The Great Outdoors.

Chris Aber

Founder

As a military veteran, Chris Aber served as a non-commissioned officer in

the U.S. Marine Corps from 1988 to 1992, including one combat tour in

support of Operation Desert Shield/ Desert Storm, and later, as a Petty

Officer First Class in the U.S. Navy from 1999 to 2006, including one

combat tour while assigned to the Naval Criminal Investigative Service

(NCIS) Protective Service Operations Department (PSO) in support of the

U.S. Department of State, Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA) South

Central, Iraq.

After returning from Iraq, Chris continued serving with NCIS by providing

protective operations support for various visiting counterpart Ministers and Chairman of Defense via the U.S. Department of Defense Foreign Liaison Office (DFLO).

Upon being honorably discharged from active duty in 2006, and in

continued support of the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT), Chris

embarked on a career as a Security Contractor with the Central Intelligence Agency in Afghanistan, and later as a Side-by-Side (SBS) Officer conducting human intelligence (HUMINT) operations in Northern Iraq.

After leaving the CIA for the private sector in late 2021, he coordinated and

managed various training evolutions for members still serving within the

intelligence community. His combined military and CIA experience laid the foundation for his commitment to supporting fellow service members and their families.

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PROVIDES FIELD NAVIGATION SUPPORT & CONNECTIONS TO VETERAN RESOURCES

Guidance and Support for Texas Veterans Who Were in the Field

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Interested in a veteran hunt, volunteering, or donating? Send us a message.

Whether you’re a veteran looking to join a hunt, a landowner willing to host, or a sponsor wanting to help, we’re here for it.

Texas Warriors Compass exists to create meaningful, no-pressure experiences in the outdoors that reconnect veterans with peace, purpose, and camaraderie.

Send us a message with what you’re interested in, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible with next steps.

Whether you’re a veteran looking to join a hunt, a landowner willing to host, or a sponsor wanting to help, we’re here for it.
Texas Warriors Compass exists to create meaningful, no-pressure experiences in the outdoors that reconnect veterans with peace, purpose, and camaraderie.
Send us a message with what you’re interested in, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible with next steps.