Beyond Service: How Veterans Continue to Make an Impact at Deltek

For those who have served, military service isn't simply a chapter that ends when they leave active duty. The lessons learned, relationships built, and commitment to something greater than themselves often continue to shape how they lead, support others, and navigate challenges for years to come.

At Deltek, veterans across our organization bring those experiences with them every day. Whether serving customers, mentoring colleagues, or solving complex problems, they continue to embody the values of service in meaningful ways.

This Veterans Day, we're honored to spotlight several members of our Veterans @ Deltek community and share their reflections on what service means to them today, the lessons they've carried forward, and the impact they're making beyond the uniform.

Lessons That Last

Military service leaves a lasting imprint long after a uniform is put away. While every veteran's experience is unique, many carry forward a deep sense of responsibility, teamwork, and commitment to helping others succeed.

That sense of responsibility continues to shape how Adam Carroll, Principal Select Care Manager, thinks about service today, connecting his experience in Air Force Security Forces directly to the way he supports customers at Deltek. “To me, service is showing up for others and taking ownership of their outcomes. In the Air Force Security Forces, it was about keeping people and resources safe, and at Deltek it’s about making sure my customers feel supported and confident in the solutions they rely on.”

Service also carries a deep sense of pride for Wolf Thiers, Director of Solutions Engineering and ERG leader, particularly when he reflects on the role he and his fellow service members played in supporting critical missions and maintaining readiness. “I am very proud of my time in service. While I served during a time between active conflicts, the missions I supported and the readiness we built were critical.”

Giving back is at the heart of what service means to Timothy Osborne, Manager of Cloud Operations. He describes his decision to serve as a way of contributing to the country and opportunities that had shaped his own life: “To me, service means giving back. My time in the military was something I felt like I had to do to give back and serve the country that had given me so much freedom growing up.”

While each veteran's experience is unique, a common thread emerges, service is not defined by a military title or assignment. It's a mindset that continues to shape how they lead, collaborate, and contribute long after their time in uniform.

Veterans at Deltek

Service and Beyond

Those lasting lessons are at the heart of Service and Beyond, a storytelling series created by Deltek's Veterans employee resource group, that gives veteran employees an opportunity to share their experiences and the perspectives they continue to carry with them.

Among the lessons Wolf continues to rely on is the importance of communicating with "crispness and clarity," a principle he says he uses every day.

That ability to communicate clearly is especially valuable when the pressure rises. Adam credits his time in Security Forces with teaching him to stay calm and think clearly when situations escalate. It's an approach he continues to draw on at Deltek, helping him quickly assess urgent customer issues, communicate clearly, and focus on a resolution.

Leadership has had a similarly lasting influence on Timothy. From the earliest stages of Marine Corps training, leadership was built into his experience, with greater responsibility for teams and people as his career progressed. That foundation also taught him to bring perspective to high-pressure situations. Even when there is urgency, he can fall back on those experiences to remain "calm in the storm," think things through, and keep moving forward.

Together, their stories show how lessons learned through service continue to create value in new ways, shaping how veterans communicate, lead, and approach challenges throughout their careers.

Finding Community at Deltek

For many veterans, community remains just as important after military service as it was during it. The Veterans @ Deltek ERG brings together veterans, military family members, and allies to connect, support one another, and celebrate the unique experiences veterans bring to the workplace.

Through networking opportunities, storytelling initiatives such as Service and Beyond, learning events, and peer support, the group fosters belonging and creates opportunities for employees to learn from one another's experiences.

It's a reminder that while military service may conclude, the sense of connection and shared purpose often continues.

Honoring Service, Supporting the Future

This Veterans Day, we extend our gratitude to veterans and military families for their service, sacrifice, and continued contributions.

The lessons and perspectives veterans carry forward continue to make an impact in meaningful ways, strengthening our teams, supporting our customers, and enriching our culture.

We're equally thankful for the families who support them throughout their journeys, both during and after military service.

Interested in learning more about Life at Deltek? Explore our culture, employee stories, and career opportunities to discover how we're building a workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive, contribute, and make a difference.