Nicholas Merrick has officially assumed his post as United States Ambassador to the Czech Republic, presenting his credentials to President Petr Pavel at Prague Castle. He pledged to strengthen security ties, support NATO initiatives, and expand economic cooperation between the two nations.
Nicholas Merrick officially took up his post as United States Ambassador to the Czech Republic yesterday, presenting his credentials to President Petr Pavel in a ceremony at Prague Castle.
In his first public remarks, Ambassador Merrick highlighted the enduring strength of the U.S.–Czech partnership. “One of my top priorities will be to strengthen our shared security. The Czech Republic is a steadfast NATO ally and a strong supporter of Ukraine. Together, we will continue to bolster our collective defence, modernise NATO’s capabilities, and progress towards meeting NATO’s five per cent readiness goals,” he said.
Merrick also stressed the importance of economic cooperation, noting the Czech Republic’s “innovative economy and talented workforce” as a key opportunity for American businesses. “My goal is to expand opportunities for trade and investment that deliver real benefits for both of our countries,” he added.
A seasoned businessman, Merrick is the founder and president of Mt. Vernon Investments, an early investor in Truth Social and a key partner in the company’s 2024 public listing. His prior experience includes senior financial roles in the telecommunications sector, where he played a pivotal role in the sale of Telco Communications Group to Excel Communications and the subsequent merger of Excel with Teleglobe, Inc.
Beyond finance, Merrick has held leadership positions in public service, including as chairman of the Dallas Police & Fire Pension System, where he worked to stabilise the fund and secure living-wage adjustments for first responders. He has also served as a part-time high school teacher at Cistercian Preparatory School in Dallas, Texas.
Ambassador Merrick holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce from the University of Virginia, earned on a full football scholarship, and an MBA from Harvard University. He is joined in Prague by his wife, Leslie, and looks forward to visits from their children and grandchildren.
U.S. Embassy in The Czech Republic
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