National Veteran Business Development Council - NVBDC

06/01/2026

Meet NVBDC at the SBA Supplier Matchmaking Expo!

The National Veteran Business Development Council - NVBDC is proud to be participating in the U.S. Small Business Administration Supplier Matchmaking Expo, where American suppliers, buyers, and businesses come together to create new opportunities and strengthen domestic supply chains.

If you're a veteran-owned business looking to grow, connect with corporate and government buyers, or learn how certification can help open doors to new contracting opportunities, we invite you to stop by and meet the NVBDC team.

Our team will be available to discuss:
✅ NVBDC Veteran-Owned Business Certification
✅ Corporate supplier diversity opportunities
✅ Procurement readiness and business growth strategies
✅ Export readiness and global business initiatives
✅ Digital readiness and AI-powered business tools

We look forward to connecting with veteran entrepreneurs, corporate buyers, government agencies, and industry leaders who are committed to supporting veteran-owned businesses.

Come meet the NVBDC team and discover how we're helping make business opportunities possible for veteran-owned businesses nationwide.

06/01/2026

🚨 SAVE THE DATE 🚨

Something big is coming to Detroit.

The NVBDC National Conference & Veterans Marketplace returns October 5–6, 2026, bringing together veteran-owned businesses, corporate leaders, supplier procurement professionals, government agencies, and industry innovators from across the nation.

This year marks the beginning of a new chapter as we unveil NVBDC 3.0, the next evolution of our mission to create greater opportunities, stronger connections, and bigger impacts for veteran-owned businesses.

📍 MotorCity Casino Hotel | Detroit, Michigan
📅 October 5–6, 2026

Registration will be opening soon at nvbdc.org/events

The mission remains the same. The impact will be greater.

Accept the Mission. Be Part of the Possible.

06/01/2026

Visit NVBDC at Booth #305 and Discover Why the Mission Is Possible.

NVBDC is entering a new era, one where the mission is possible.

With strengthened leadership, expanded global initiatives, and a renewed focus on digital readiness, NVBDC is moving beyond certification alone and building stronger pathways to corporate access, AI education, export readiness, procurement opportunities, and long-term business growth.

Through NVBDC 3.0 and the Mission: Possible campaign, we are preparing veteran-owned businesses not only to compete, but to lead in today's rapidly changing economy.

Stop by Booth #305 to meet Executive Director Elaine M Taylor, Interim CEO John Oleson, and LTC (Ret) Kathryn Poynton.

Learn how NVBDC is creating new opportunities for veteran-owned businesses through certification, supplier procurement, global trade initiatives, digital readiness programs, and strategic partnerships.

The future of veteran entrepreneurship is here.

Mission: Possible starts now.

🔗 NVBDC.ORG

05/28/2026

NVBDC is proud to welcome Sailor’s Manifesto to the NVBDC MVO Task Force, further strengthening our growing coalition of organizations dedicated to supporting veterans, military families, and veteran-owned businesses.

Founded by Army combat veteran Suhey Fisher, Sailor’s Manifesto focuses on veteran wellness, su***de prevention, peer support, and healing through community connection and experiential programs. Together, we continue building stronger pathways for support, resilience, and opportunity across the veteran community.

Read more by visiting our website below:

The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) proudly announces that Sailor’s Manifesto has joined the NVBDC Military & Veteran Organization

05/28/2026

NVBDC is proud to welcome Veteran 1st as the newest member of the NVBDC MVO Task Force.

Together, we continue strengthening the veteran business ecosystem through collaboration, resources, advocacy, and new opportunities for veteran entrepreneurs nationwide.

Read more by visiting our website below:

The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to announce that Veteran 1st has officially joined the NVBDC Military & Veteran

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, NVBDC honors the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

We remember their service, honor their legacy, and recognize the lasting impact veterans continue to make as leaders, entrepreneurs, and builders of America’s future.

As NVBDC enters its next evolution through NVBDC 3.0 and Mission: POSSIBLE, our commitment remains clear: to certify, validate, connect, and scale veteran-owned businesses so they can continue serving our nation through economic leadership and opportunity.

Honor. Remember. Never Forget. 🇺🇸

Learn more by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gsPuH-kQ

05/20/2026

NVBDC is proud to be attending the Veterans Resource & Job Fair hosted by the Detroit Office Veteran Affairs.

We’re excited to connect with veterans, transitioning service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and members of our local veteran community.

If you're attending the event, stop by the National Veteran Business Development Council - NVBDC table and learn how certification can help open doors to opportunity. Discover how becoming NVBDC-certified can provide access to a $122 billion corporate supplier procurement marketplace and connect veteran-owned businesses with major corporations actively seeking qualified suppliers.

You’ll also have an opportunity to meet NVBDC Board Members John E. Taylor and Dr. Sid E. Taylor to learn more about our mission to help veteran-owned businesses Certify | Validate | Connect | Scale.

Stop by, say hello, and discover what opportunities may be waiting for your veteran-owned business.

To learn more about NVBDC, please visit NVBDC.ORG

05/06/2026

Register Now: NVBDC JROTC Golf Classic 2026

This isn’t just a day on the course, it’s an investment in the next generation of leaders.

Join us on June 22, 2026 at Paint Creek Country Club for the NVBDC JROTC Golf Classic, where veteran business leaders, corporate partners, and community supporters come together to fund scholarships for JROTC cadets across the country.

Every registration and sponsorship directly supports cadets pursuing higher education, leadership development, and future service opportunities.

🇺🇸 Leadership starts here.
🎓 Opportunity starts here.
🤝 Impact starts with you.

Spots are filling, don’t wait!

Register or sponsor today: birdease.com/NVBDCJROTC26

05/05/2026

In today’s market, your first impression happens long before the first conversation. If your social media presence isn’t clearly positioning your business as credible, capable, and ready, opportunities may be passing you by.

Join the National Veteran Business Development Council - NVBDC Services Committee for an upcoming webinar led by DeltaPoint Partners, LLC:

"Visibility Creates Opportunity: Why Strong Social Media Profiles Drive Business Growth”

📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET

This session will break down how to turn your digital presence into a real business development tool, helping you:

✔ Build credibility before the first conversation
✔ Increase engagement with buyers and partners
✔ Shorten sales cycles and generate more referrals
✔ Create a consistent, strategic approach to LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram

Strong visibility isn’t optional—it’s a competitive advantage.

If you’re serious about positioning your business for growth in the private sector, this is a must-attend session.

Register now: nvbdc.org/events

In today’s business environment, opportunity often begins long before the first meeting, phone call, or formal introduction. Prospects, partners, corporate

05/04/2026

The National Veteran Business Development Council - NVBDC is a proud sponsor of Export Week with the International Trade Administration, helping veteran-owned businesses access international markets and scale beyond borders.

Global opportunity starts with the right support, strategy, and connections, and NVBDC is committed to making that pathway real for our certified SD/VOBs.

Read more by visiting our website below:

The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to recognize U.S. Commercial Service Export Week, a national initiative designed to help