In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, diversity and inclusion are no longer optional—they’re essential. For corporations with supplier diversity programs, supporting veteran-owned businesses is a crucial element of fostering a more equitable supply chain. That’s where National Veteran Business Development Council steps in. NVBDC certification is the gold standard for identifying veteran-owned businesses, and corporate membership with NVBDC offers tremendous benefits.
Here are the top five reasons your company should consider becoming a NVBDC corporate member:
1. Access to Certified Veteran-Owned Businesses
NVBDC certification is rigorous, ensuring that businesses in their database are genuinely veteran-owned and operated. As a corporate member, you gain exclusive access to this database, filled with diverse and capable suppliers ready to meet your company’s needs. This is especially beneficial for organizations with established supplier diversity goals, as it helps you identify reliable, certified service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses (SD/VOBs) and meet your diversity spending targets.
2. Meet and Exceed Supplier Diversity Goals
With an NVBDC Corporate membership, your company can actively enhance its supplier diversity initiatives. By partnering with certified service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses (SD/VOBs), you not only meet internal diversity benchmarks but also contribute to the growth and success of the veteran business community. This strengthens your commitment to supplier diversity and creates opportunities for future innovation within your supply chain. Count your Veteran spend. NVBDC is the accepted Veteran Business certification program and the only one specifically named by members of the Billion Dollar Roundtable to capture and report your spend.
3. Networking Opportunities
NVBDC offers its corporate members exclusive invitations to national and regional events where you can connect with service-disabled and veteran-owned suppliers and other corporate members. These networking opportunities allow your company to stay ahead in your industry, engage in valuable discussions, and form meaningful partnerships. Whether it’s through the NVBDC National Conference or through our Federal Reserve Matchmaking Conference, your company will have direct contact with the veteran business community.
4. Enhanced Brand Reputation
By becoming an NVBDC corporate member, your company will be recognized as a supporter of service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses (SD/VOBs), positioning you as a leader in corporate social responsibility (CSR). Consumers, investors, and employees are increasingly looking for companies that champion diversity and inclusivity. Partnering with NVBDC allows you to build trust with key stakeholders by showcasing your company’s dedication to empowering veterans and their businesses.
5. Educational Resources and Support
As a corporate member, you’ll receive access to exclusive educational resources, webinars, and workshops tailored to enhance your supplier diversity programs. These resources, delivered via our NVBDC Services Committee, are designed to help you implement best practices, maximize your investment in service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses (SD/VOBs), and navigate the certification process. Additionally, NVBDC offers continuous support to ensure that your company stays informed and compliant with all regulations related to supplier diversity.
Becoming an NVBDC corporate member is more than just a strategic move for your supplier diversity program—it’s a meaningful way to honor veterans, boost your company’s reputation, and foster innovation in your supply chain. The access to a verified database of service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses (SD/VOBs), networking opportunities, and educational resources makes NVBDC corporate membership an invaluable asset.
Join the ranks of companies committed to making a difference while building a diverse and dynamic business environment.
