Erick Bruno

Veteran Talent Partner & Strategic Consultant | Basilisk Partners

Erick Bruno brings over two decades of elite, mission-driven leadership to Basilisk Partners—fusing battlefield-tested experience with business strategy to solve complex workforce challenges with striking precision. A decorated U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant, Erick holds an Executive MBA from Texas Christian University and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Texas at Dallas.

At Basilisk Partners, Erick leads veteran recruitment, workforce strategy, team building, and leadership coaching. While his specialty lies in helping companies attract and elevate top-tier military talent, he also partners with organizations across construction, real estate, and service industries to build stronger, more disciplined teams.

During his 16+ years in the United States Marine Corps, Erick commanded high-performance units in mission-critical environments—developing the clarity, execution, and leadership instincts that now define his work in the private sector.

His background includes legal operations, immigration and labor compliance consulting, and over 100 successfully managed workforce visa cases. He is also a licensed firearms instructor, known for delivering tactical training with the same intensity and precision that defines his leadership approach.

At Basilisk Partners, Erick doesn’t just place veteran talent—he builds teams, advises leaders, and delivers solutions where others stall. Always with striking precision.