Presented to the corporation that has demonstrated its continued leadership in building an organization in support of America’s Veteran Business Owners. Whose industry leadership is an example to be emulated and respected. The external and internal advocacy in support of NVBDC’s certification program and our certified service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses is recognized.

Presented to the individual within a corporation that has demonstrated their external and internal advocacy in support of America’s Veteran Business Owners. Whose industry advocacy leadership has an impact inside their corporation and in the communities in which they serve. The advocacy they deliver in support of NVBDC’s certification program, and our certified service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses is an example to be honored and recognized.

Presented to the individual within a corporation that has demonstrated their guidance and mentorship of the NVBDC in building an organization that meets the highest standards and best practices of the corporate supplier diversity industry. For their support of our veteran business owners and their active participation in the development of the NVBDC.

Presented to a veteran-owned business that has exceeded industry standards and has had significant growth through additional creation of jobs, while showing its commitment to social responsibility and exemplifying strong community involvement, while also achieving overall impressive business performance. Presented to a veteran-owned business that has achieved significant success in employing new and innovative techniques that led to a significant increase in market share, job growth, and customer satisfaction. For outstanding advocacy on behalf of their fellow Veteran Business Owners and dedication to the NVBDC.

As defined by the geography that the resource partner oversees, the award is presented to an individual or organization that has demonstrated significant accomplishment in advocating for veteran-owned businesses as an economic force in their region of influence. It is presented to the organization or individual whose business practices have had a significant impact on the growth and development of the NVBDC and our certified service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses.

The award is presented to an individual or organization that has demonstrated significant accomplishment in advocating for veteran-owned businesses as an economic force in the national and global economy. The award recognizes individuals who have achieved significant results in creating diversity, expanding veteran-owned businesses, and who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in the public or private sectors. It celebrates high standards of excellence, dedication, and accomplishment over a sustained period of time. The award is granted to an individual or corporation who has played an integral role in the creative, technical, or professional progress of the NVBDC and veteran-owned business development.