NVBDC BLOG
Adient Named Lunch Sponsor for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference
Supporting the conversations that can lead to opportunity at Mission: POSSIBLE in Detroit The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to welcome Adient as the Lunch Sponsor for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference, October 4–6 at MotorCity Casino...
Stellantis Named Exhibit Hall Sponsor for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference
Global mobility leader supports veteran-owned businesses and corporate supplier connections at Mission: POSSIBLE in Detroit, October 4–6 The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to announce that Stellantis will serve as the Exhibit Hall...
Beyond the Government Capability Statement: Positioning Your Veteran-Owned Business for Private Sector Opportunities
For veteran-owned businesses pursuing corporate opportunities, a capability statement can be one of the most important tools in the business development process. But a capability statement designed for government contracting may not be the document that gets the...
Continue the Conversation: Target JumpStart Webinar Resources
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) recently welcomed veteran business owners and entrepreneurs for a JumpStart webinar featuring Tonda Collier, Senior Manager of Supplier Engagement at Target. The session focused on one of the most important...
State Compensation Insurance Fund Joins the 2026 NVBDC National Conference in Detroit
The 2026 NVBDC National Conference is bringing veteran-owned businesses together with corporations, procurement professionals, and organizations committed to expanding supplier opportunities—and State Compensation Insurance Fund (SCIF) will be part of this year’s...
Ford Motor Company Joins the 2026 NVBDC National Conference in Detroit
The 2026 NVBDC National Conference is bringing veteran-owned businesses together with some of the nation’s most recognized corporations and procurement leaders—and Ford Motor Company will be part of this year’s event. Ford will attend and exhibit at the conference, taking place October 4–6, 2026, at MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit, Michigan. Themed Mission: POSSIBLE, the conference is designed to help veteran entrepreneurs build meaningful relationships, strengthen their procurement readiness, and connect directly with organizations that may become future customers, partners, or resources.
Dell Technologies Joins the 2026 NVBDC National Conference in Detroit
The 2026 NVBDC National Conference is bringing veteran-owned businesses together with major corporations, procurement professionals, and decision-makers from across the country—and Dell Technologies will be part of this year’s event. Dell Technologies will attend and...
Leadership Under Fire: Why Keni Thomas Is the Perfect Keynote for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference: Mission: POSSIBLE, Powered by NVBDC 3.0
Army Ranger, Black Hawk Down Veteran, and Leadership Expert to Inspire Veteran Business Owners in Detroit Leadership isn't tested when everything is going according to plan. It's tested when the unexpected happens. Veterans understand that better than anyone. Whether...
Beyond Certification: Why Your NVBDC Certification Is Just the Beginning
Turn Your Certification into Business Growth at the 2026 NVBDC National Conference: Mission: POSSIBLE, Powered by NVBDC 3.0 For many veteran-owned businesses, earning NVBDC certification feels like crossing the finish line. In reality, it's the starting line....
Why Detroit Is the Perfect Home for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference: Mission: POSSIBLE, Powered by NVBDC 3.0
October 4–6, 2026 | MotorCity Casino Hotel | Detroit, Michigan There are few cities in America that better represent resilience, innovation, and determination than Detroit. Known as the birthplace of the automotive industry and a global leader in manufacturing,...
AI Advantage 201 Empowers Veteran-Owned Businesses to Put AI Into Action
The conversation around artificial intelligence is no longer about the future—it's about taking action today. On July 23, I had the privilege of presenting AI Advantage 201: Implementing AI for Business Growth and Supplier Readiness for the National Veteran Business...
Build Stronger Supplier Relationships with Target: Join NVBDC’s August JumpStart Webinar
Success in corporate procurement isn't just about having a great product or service—it's about building the right relationships, communicating your value effectively, and understanding how major corporations identify and engage qualified suppliers. That's exactly what...
PuroClean Joins the Mission as Presenting Sponsor of the 2026 NVBDC National Conference-Mission: POSSIBLE
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to welcome PuroClean as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2026 NVBDC National Conference: Mission: POSSIBLE, taking place October 4-6, 2026, at MotorCity Casino Hotel & Conference Center in Detroit, MI...
NVBDC Executive Director Elaine Taylor to Join National Panel on the Future of Supplier Inclusion
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to announce that Elaine M. Taylor, Executive Director of NVBDC, will join an esteemed panel of national supplier diversity leaders during an upcoming program hosted by the Council of Supplier Diversity Professionals (CSDP) on July 24. The CSDP is a leading professional organization dedicated to advancing the supplier diversity profession through education, collaboration, and the sharing of best practices.
From Service to Success: Elaine Taylor Helps Transitioning Service Members Build Their Next Mission
Transitioning from military service requires more than a resume—it requires a strategy, a strong personal brand, and the confidence to communicate your value. Recently, Elaine M. Taylor, Executive Director of the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC),...
AI Advantage 201: Help Your Veteran-Owned Business Grow Smarter with Artificial Intelligence
Discover Advanced AI Strategies During NVBDC's Next Services Webinar Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how businesses operate, communicate, and compete. Veteran-owned businesses that embrace AI today will be better positioned to improve efficiency,...
AI Advantage 101: Veteran Business Owners Discover How AI Can Help Them Work Smarter, Grow Faster, and Win More Business
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future technology—it's a competitive advantage available today. On July 14, 2026, veteran business owners from across the country joined the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) for AI Advantage 101, an...
Registration is Now Open for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference: Mission: POSSIBLE
The mission has officially begun. The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference, taking place October 4-6, 2026, at Detroit's iconic MotorCity Casino Hotel. More than...