About Veterans
First Consulting
Veterans First Consulting is an independent advocacy group dedicated to serving the best interests of every veteran in pursuing DVA compensation claims.
We are committed to providing veterans with independent, unbiased, and professional representation. Our mission is to guide veterans through the DVA claims process, ensuring they receive fair and accurate compensation.
Meet the Directors
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Kevin Chapman
Co-Founder, Veterans First Consulting
Kevin Chapman is the co-founder and Director of Operations at Veterans First Consulting, Australia’s largest dedicated team of veteran advocates. A former Airfield Defence Guard in the Royal Australian Air Force, Kevin served for eight years, including two warlike deployments. His firsthand experience of life after service—and seeing his mates and family struggle with the DVA system—inspired him to build a better path for others.
Kevin leads the operations team and is responsible for training, systems, and keeping the entire organisation aligned and efficient. Known as the “brains trust” for all things DVA, Kevin brings encyclopaedic policy knowledge, a relentless work ethic, and a no-nonsense attitude to everything he does. If there’s a complex claim, Kevin’s the one who knows the answer—and how to get it done.
Since founding the company, he has helped guide over 6,000 veterans through the claims process, securing more than $500 million in compensation.
Fun fact: Kevin is a gun cricketer and a golf tragic—when he’s not solving veteran claim problems, you’ll find him smashing sixes or sinking putts.
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Tom Kliese
Co-Founder & Director
Tom Kliese is the co-founder and Director of Veterans First Consulting, Australia’s leading private veteran advocacy firm. With a background in business operations, systems design, and leadership, Tom partnered with Kevin to build a professional, high-impact service that supports veterans through the often complex DVA claims process.
Tom is responsible for strategy, team development, and ensuring every part of the business runs efficiently and with purpose. His focus on structure, accountability, and exceptional service standards has helped shape Veterans First into a trusted name in the veteran community—known for getting results quickly, accurately, and with genuine care.
Under his guidance, the team has supported over 6,000 veterans and secured more than $500 million in compensation—helping veterans and their families achieve life-changing outcomes.
Fun fact: Tom is a strategic board game enthusiast, devoted dog Dad, and boxing fanatic. When he’s not in the ring or the office, he’s often exploring new places with his wife and their dog, Remi.
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