Jason Merrell is a U.S. Army veteran with a passion for creating content and building communities. He spent eight years as a Public Affairs Specialist and served as a Non-Commissioned Officer for military intelligence organizations around the world. After finishing his enlistment, he wanted to continue using his skills to build a community, particularly around his passion for gaming and firearms. YouTube was the perfect outlet.

Over 700 videos and a few years later, “Sergeant Merrell” — as he is known on YouTube — has amassed a following of over 70,000 loyal fans that span across several social media platforms. Still a Soldier and Non-Commissioned Officer at heart, Jason approaches his content with a genuine, professional attitude that many of have come to enjoy.

Today, he is finishing his Bachelor of Science in Internet Marketing, continuing to build his brand, and cultivating his newest passion: teaching others how to turn their own passions into communities.