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The NVBDC is the leading Veteran Owned Business Certification organization developed by Veterans, for Veterans. The purpose is to provide a credible and reliable certifying authority for all size businesses ensuring that valid documentation exists of a Veterans status, ownership and operational control.

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NVBDC and Denny’s 2023-2024 Partnership for Hungry for EducationTM Scholarship Program

National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is partnering with Denny’s, Inc., as part of the 2023/24 Hungry for Education (HFE) scholarship program, a major initiative to help bring communities together and promote education. Now open for applications, the Denny’s HFE program will award more than $340,000 in scholarships to deserving high school and college students throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, and we’re proud to be a partner this year.

NVBDC Founder and CEO, Keith King, honored with the 2023 Diversity Award by Corp! Magazine

National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) proudly announces that its Founder and CEO, Keith King, has been bestowed with the prestigious 2023 Diversity Award by Corp! Magazine. This recognition stands as a testament to Keith King’s visionary leadership and tireless commitment to advancing the inclusion of veteran-owned businesses in the supplier diversity marketplace.

Jeff King: Elevating Veteran-Owned Businesses as Director of Operations and Certification at NVBDC

In the realm of business, there are few causes as important and impactful as supporting and empowering our nation’s veterans. The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) stands at the forefront of this mission, and they recently made a significant stride in their commitment by promoting Jeff King, from Operations Manager to the position of Director of Operations and Certification. This blog post highlights the journey of Jeff King and the invaluable NVBDC certification, shedding light on the positive implications for veteran-owned businesses.

Veteran Entrepreneurship Advocate Recognized

Keith King, Founder and CEO of the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC), was recently recognized as a notable executive in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) by Crain’s Detroit Business.

Certification of Veteran Owned Businesses discussed by Keith King

NVBDC Founder and CEO Keith King was recently interviewed by Jim Fausone about Amazon being a corporate sponsor of NVBDC and about changes in the federal government veteran business certification process in 2021. Keith King talked to host Jim Fausone about Amazon’s B2B program and training for veteran business owners. Keith also explained how the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act provided that the VA’s certification process be transferred to SBA and the need for involvment in helping educate Congress and staffers about veteran businesses while the rules are being drafted. King asks for help and veterans to provide contacts involved in Congress and the SBA.

“NVBDC Leads The Charge For Certification: National Veteran Business Matchmaking Event A Success”

“Veteran Business Owners, corporations and NVBDC certified veterans assembled for the National Veteran Business Matchmaking event in Detroit on September 10th to 11th. The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) brought together over 50 corporations and agencies for productive business matchmaking sessions, networking opportunities and the popular Vet’s Night Out.”

Veterans could help build a better Detroit

“As Detroit moves along its path for renewal and enlightenment, making the most of our newfound cool status requires that we be ready to handle the growth. Yet a recent study by the Associated General Contractors of America cites a potential labor shortage that could impede the big build.”

Anchor Trading Awarded 2019 Veteran Owned Business of the Year By the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC)

“In honor of the outstanding work that Anchor Trading does with and for Veterans, the NVBDC has named the company the “2019 Veteran-Owned Business Of The Year. ” Founded by Advertising Industry Executive and United States Navy Veteran, Sean Magee, Anchor Trading is on a mission to provide its clients with programs that improve their financial and marketing results, while offering employment and charitable assistance for the Veteran community.”

NATIONAL VETERAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (NVBDC) WELCOMES FORMER SAS SUPPLIER DIVERSITY MANAGER TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

“Leadership is a foundation of the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC). The Board of Directors is elected to help the organization set broad goals, support executive duties and ensure representation is indicative of Veterans helping Veterans.”

The Best Places for Veterans to Find Business FundingLet’s take a look at some of the best places where veterans can find what they need to start or grow their own businesses.

Though veteran entrepreneurs should investigate all these paths, they should also look beyond loans and grants, such as learning the fundamentals of owning and operating a business, partner up with business mentors who can coach you, or enroll in a government-run entrepreneurship bootcamp.

NVBDC Aligns with Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to Connect Veteran Businesses with this historic agreement

“Once again, Michigan leads the nation with its support of Service Disabled and Veteran Owned Businesses (SD/VOBs) as the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) officially recognizes the National Veteran Business Development Council’s (NVBDC) certification process for veteran owned companies.”

NVBDC ANNOUNCES FORMER STRATEGIC SOURCING AND PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL AND US RANGER JOINS THE NVBDC ADVISORY BOARD

National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC) is “Changing How American Businesses Perceive Veteran Owned Companies.” Senior leadership is the organization’s foundation to accelerate programs, mentorships and increase corporate relationship opportunities for NVBDC certified Service-Disabled/Veteran Owned Businesses (SD/VOBs).

“4th Annual Federal Reserve NVBDC Matchmaker Was A Huge Success”

“This year the Fourth Annual Federal Reserve NVBDC matchmaker event held in Detroit at the Federal Reserve Bank location, featured the POWER of Partnerships and Collaboration. The NVBDC Veteran business event included members from WBENC, MMSDC, APACC, VBOC and other resource partners in a show of cooperation and partnership. “

Value of veterans: Returning service members bring skills, leadership to the workplace

“In the summer of 1970, Keith King was a 19-year-old M-60 machine gunner with the U.S. Army’s military police protecting supply convoys running ammunition along the dangerous routes to American troops fighting in South Vietnam’s war-torn Central Highlands.”

The National Veteran Business Development Council

The National Veteran Business Development Council is the only third party Veteran Owned Business Certification program in the United States and is organized as a 501c3 not for profit foundation. The NVBDC was created for the purpose of providing a credible and reliable certifying authority that would ensure that valid documentation exists of a business’ Veteran ownership and control.

NVBDC RECOGNIZED AS THE AUTHORITY ON VETERAN IDENTIFICATION

Service qualifications, specifications, along with the federal laws and codes to determine the exact requirements to earn the title of Military Veteran is not as easy as most people think. U.S. Veterans Magazine, the leading Veteran business magazine, recently published the article “What Qualifies Someone as a Veteran,” by Keith King, Founder and CEO, National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC).

NVBDC announces launch of new streamlined certification program and alignment of fees to encourage Veteran Business certification.

NVBDC, the leading national certification body for Service Disabled and Veteran Owned Businesses of all sizes continues its growth and upgrades to its certification process the launch of new streamlined certification program and alignment of fees to encourage Veteran Business certification.

“The Making of A Hero”+ Big Opportunities For *Certified* Veteran Owned Business

“Dale interviews John Hollis, author of “Sgt. Rodney Davis, The Making of a Hero”.

In his book he recalls the life of a young Marine from Macon, Georgia who served in Vietnam, was killed in action and awarded the Medal of Honor. If you are a business owner and a veteran, you will be interested in the interview with Brig. General Dick Miller (ret), President of National Veteran Business Development Council, a certifying non-profit organization.”

EY Backs NVBDC to Promote Veterans at the Diversity Table

The National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC) celebrates today the addition of our latest sponsor, Ernst & Young LLP (EY). The NVBDC is the leading third-party certification organization working to provide opportunities and access for Service Disabled and Veteran Owned Businesses (SD/VOBs).

“NVBDC Northeast Veteran Business Development Conference”

“For the 1st time, NVBDC will be holding an east coast event. Thanks to the generous support of JP Morgan Chase & Co, this event is FREE TO ATTEND and will be filled with educational resources and 1:1 matchmaking.”

Marine Sid E. Taylor talks Business and National Business Development Council

This spotlight on NVBDC.org certified business is with Sid Taylor.The National Veteran Business Development Council is the leading Veteran Owned Business Certification organization developed by Veterans, for Veterans. The purpose is to provide a credible and reliable certifying authority for all size businesses ensuring that valid documentation exists of a Veterans status, ownership and operational control.

NATIONAL VETERAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL (NVBDC) LAUNCHES 50 STATE MANAGER AND ROTC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

The ROTC Annual Scholarship and 50 State Manager Programs were developed by The National Veteran Business Development Council to invest in our future leaders and show appreciation to those currently enrolled in an ROTC program. NVBDC Board Member Mr. Sid Taylor is the Program Manager of the 50 State and ROTC Scholarship Programs.

NATIONAL VETERAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL – NVBDC

Certification of Veteran Owned Businesses has reached a new level with Corporate America. Since 1999 when the federal government established the veteran owned and disabled veteran owned business classifications, veteran businesses have been seeking equal opportunities with corporate America.

“U.S. Veterans Magazine Is A Proud Media Sponsor Of NVBDC”

U.S. Veterans Magazine (USVM) is the premiere resource magazine for transitioning service members, service-disabled veterans, veteran business owners and their spouses and families, and is a Proud Media Sponsor Of the National Veteran Business Development Council.

“Keith King Interviewed Live on Clear Channel”

“National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC), a company seeking equal opportunities for veterans, announced today that President Keith King was interviewed live by host Michael Yorba on Clear Channel – iHeart Business Talk Radio’s The Traders Network Show.”