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 Hotel in Detroit, Michigan.
This year’s conference, themed Mission: POSSIBLE, will bring together certified veteran-owned businesses, corporate supplier diversity professionals, procurement leaders, and resource partners for three days of relationship-building, education, and business opportunity.
A conference lunch is more than a break in the schedule. It is a chance to continue a conversation started in the Exhibit Hall, sit down with a new connection after a breakout session, or make an introduction that could lead to a future partnership.
Adient’s sponsorship helps create that space.
“Adient’s sponsorship of the conference luncheon reflects the importance of creating space for meaningful conversation and connection,” said Elaine M. Taylor, Executive Director of NVBDC. “Some of the most valuable business relationships begin with a conversation. We appreciate Adient’s support in helping bring veteran-owned businesses and corporate leaders together.”
As a global leader in automotive seating, Adient brings innovation, quality, engineering, and manufacturing expertise to the mobility industry. Its support of the NVBDC National Conference demonstrates the value of engaging diverse, capable suppliers and creating opportunities for veteran-owned businesses to connect with corporate America.
For certified Service-Disabled and Veteran-Owned Businesses, the luncheon is an opportunity to be intentional. Bring your elevator pitch. Have your capability statement ready. Be prepared to explain the problem your company solves and the value you bring to a potential customer or partner.
The best conversations are rarely about making a hard sell. They are about making a genuine connection, learning what a corporation needs, and opening the door to the next conversation.
The 2026 NVBDC National Conference will also include one-on-one matchmaking, corporate networking, educational breakout sessions, procurement insights, the Veteran Marketplace, and opportunities to engage directly with corporate decision-makers.
Join us in Detroit and be part of the conversations, connections, and opportunities that make the mission possible.
Register for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference today: NVBDC.ORG/EVENTS
October 4–6, 2026
MotorCity Casino Hotel
Detroit, Michigan
