NVBDC BLOG
The Economic Engine for Veterans: How NVBDC Is Driving Real Revenue Opportunities
From Support to Scale For years, the conversation around veteran entrepreneurship has been rooted in support. Access to grants. Business resources. Training programs. Mentorship. All of it matters. All of it plays a role. But support alone doesn’t create economic...
Beyond the DD214: Why Certification Is the New Credential for Veteran Business Success
Service Earns Respect - But Business Requires Validation A DD214 represents something powerful. It reflects honor. Service. Sacrifice. It tells a story of leadership, discipline, and commitment under pressure. And in society, that carries real weight. But in the...
The $122 Billion Opportunity: Why NVBDC Certification Is the Gateway to Corporate Supply Chains
The Opportunity Most Veteran Businesses Never See There is a $122 billion supplier marketplace operating inside corporate America right now. It’s not theoretical. It’s not emerging. It’s already active, funded, structured, and continuously sourcing qualified vendors....
Investing Today in our Leaders of Tomorrow: NVBDC Awards JROTC Scholarship at Marygrove Conservancy
There are moments that define what community impact truly looks like—and the annual JROTC scholarship ceremony at Marygrove Conservancy continues to stand as one of them. Now in its sixth year, this tradition has grown into something far more meaningful than a single...
From Readiness to Results: How NVBDC Is Equipping Veteran-Owned Businesses to Compete Globally
Breaking into international markets isn’t just about having a great product. It’s about having access to capital, understanding risk, and knowing how to navigate the complexities of global trade. That was the focus of NVBDC’s recent Export Readiness Financial Training...
NVBDC MVO Task Force Member Recognized with National DAR Award for Community Service
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) Military & Veteran Organization (MVO) Task Force proudly recognizes one of its valued members, Remember Veteran Grave Markers Inc. (RVGM Inc.), for receiving the prestigious Excellence in Community Service...
How To Export Series: Canada Calling: Unlock Your Export Edge
GLOBAL TRADE – Market Opportunities, Strategic Considerations, and Regulatory Insights for U.S. Exporters How to Export to Canada Based on the U.S. Commercial Service’s Canada Country Commercial Guide 1. Executive Summary Canada accounted for $348.4 billion in U.S....
NVBDC Certified Success Story: Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc.
At the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC), we are proud to highlight veteran-owned businesses that are making a significant impact across industries. One such company is Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc., led by CEO and Founder Jim Evans, a veteran...
NVBDC Highlights Certified Veteran Marvin Frink and Briarwood Cattle Farm’s 5th Annual Day of Healing
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to recognize Marvin Frink, CEO of Briarwood Cattle Farm, as part of its Certified Success Initiative, spotlighting veteran entrepreneurs making a meaningful impact in their communities. A retired,...
Unlocking Export Growth: NVBDC Advances Global Initiatives with EXIM, SBA, and Veteran Exporter Success
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) Services Committee continues to lead the way in preparing veteran-owned businesses for success in the global marketplace. As the nation’s leading third-party certifier of veteran-owned businesses, NVBDC is not...
From Service to Legacy: Honoring Vietnam Veterans and Continuing the Mission
Each year on March 29, we recognize Vietnam Veterans Day, a day that calls us to reflect on the service, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served during the Vietnam War. But honoring that legacy means more than remembrance. It means action. It means continuation....
Turning Global Opportunity into Action: Key Takeaways from NVBDC’s Export 201 Webinar
Global expansion isn’t just an idea—it’s a strategy. And for veteran-owned businesses ready to move beyond the U.S. market, execution is everything. That was the focus of NVBDC’s latest Services Committee webinar, “Export 201: Executing Your Global Sales &...
Sharpen Your Edge: Join NVBDC’s Webinar on Private Sector Capability Statements
Every veteran business owner understands what it means to be capable. You’ve led teams, executed under pressure, and delivered results when it mattered most. But in the private sector, capability alone isn’t always enough, how you communicate that capability can...
Building the Foundation: Key Takeaways from NVBDC’s Marketing 101 Webinar
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC), in partnership with the Diverse Supplier Development Corporation (DSDC), recently hosted Marketing 101: Building the Foundation for Business Growth, a practical and impactful session designed to help...
From Readiness to Results: Turning Global Opportunity into Action
For many veteran-owned businesses, global expansion once felt out of reach, something reserved for large corporations with deep resources and international infrastructure. But that narrative is changing. Through its partnership with the International Trade...
NVBDC Services Committee Continues Training Series to Strengthen Veteran-Owned Businesses
Building on the success of its ongoing educational initiatives, the NVBDC Services Committee is continuing its professional development training series designed to support NVBDC Certified Service-Disabled and Veteran-Owned Businesses (SD/VOBs). These sessions are part...
What Happens After You Get Certified with NVBDC?
For many veteran entrepreneurs, certification feels like the destination. The application is submitted. The documentation is reviewed. The approval arrives. It feels like a milestone, and it is. But certification through the National Veteran Business Development...
The Real ROI of NVBDC Certification: Time, Access, and Opportunity
When veteran entrepreneurs evaluate certification, the question isn’t emotional. It’s strategic. What is the return? Not the logo. Not the listing. Not the optics. The real return. Certification through the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC)...