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 only connecting certified SD/VOBs to corporate supply chains—it is actively expanding pathways into international trade through its growing Global Initiatives.
This upcoming Export Readiness Financial Training is a direct extension of that mission, designed to equip veteran-owned businesses with the tools, knowledge, and financial strategies needed to compete beyond U.S. borders.
This session brings together key federal partners and a real-world example of veteran-led export success.
Jonathan Brady of the Export-Import Bank of the United States will provide critical insight into how EXIM supports U.S. businesses entering and expanding in international markets. From working capital solutions to export credit insurance, EXIM plays a vital role in helping businesses mitigate risk and unlock global revenue opportunities.
Joining him is Miguel Peñaloza from the U.S. Small Business Administration, who will highlight how SBA programs complement export growth through access to capital, loan guarantees, and advisory resources specifically designed to support small and veteran-owned businesses.
Bringing this conversation to life is Buck Wheeler, a Service-Disabled Veteran and founder of UdderlyEZ, a powerful example of what is possible when veteran entrepreneurs successfully scale into global markets.
A lifelong entrepreneur, horseman, and inventor, Buck built his company from the ground up alongside his family. What began as a practical solution in animal care evolved into a globally recognized product line, with innovations like The Stableizer® and UdderlyEZ milking systems now used around the world.
Today, UdderlyEZ exports to more than 70 countries, demonstrating that even specialized, niche products can achieve global reach with the right strategy, persistence, and execution.
Rather than a traditional presentation, Buck will join the session in a live, moderated discussion—sharing firsthand insights into his export journey, including the challenges, lessons learned, and strategies that helped him expand internationally. This format ensures attendees gain practical, real-world knowledge they can apply directly to their own businesses.
This is exactly what NVBDC’s Global Initiatives are designed to achieve—moving veteran-owned businesses from readiness to real participation in the global economy.
Through strategic partnerships with organizations like EXIM Bank and the SBA, NVBDC is building a comprehensive ecosystem that supports veteran entrepreneurs at every stage of international growth—from education and financing to execution and expansion.
As part of NVBDC’s broader Digital Readiness Initiative, the Services Committee continues to deliver programming that translates directly into business growth. Whether it’s understanding export financing, reducing international risk, or learning from veteran exporters already succeeding on the global stage, NVBDC is creating a clear and actionable pathway forward.
With federal expertise and proven veteran success combined in one session, this webinar represents a unique opportunity to understand not just how to export—but how to succeed doing it.
Veteran-owned businesses ready to explore global opportunities will not want to miss this session. This webinar is not about theory, it’s about execution.
As part of NVBDC’s broader Digital Readiness Initiative, this session is designed to equip NVBDC-certified SD/VOBs with the tools to scale across global expansion, strategic partnerships, and market execution.
More importantly, this effort directly supports NVBDC’s mission to position certified veteran-owned businesses for access to global supply chains. Through targeted training, federal partnerships, and real-world insight, NVBDC is creating a clear pathway for SD/VOBs to compete not just domestically, but on an international stage.
Attendees can expect meaningful, practical dialogue focused on how to apply these strategies immediately. That’s where the true value of the NVBDC community shows up—not just in information, but in action, execution, and measurable growth.
Ready to take your veteran-owned business global?
Register now to secure your spot and learn how to access export financing, reduce risk, and scale into international markets—directly from federal experts and a veteran who is already exporting worldwide.
