NVBDC Military & Veteran Service Organization Task Force News
Veterans Day free offers for Veterans
As Veterans Day approaches, many veterans don’t know where to find the free meals, discounts, and appreciation events available to them. That’s why I created VeteranBargains.com — a free resource listing over 600 Veterans Day offers nationwide, plus...
The Future of WRAP: Empowering Growth the WRAP Way
We are thrilled to share some exciting news! The WRAP Team and AHP leadership are proud to announce that Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) will become a stand-alone nonprofit as of January 1, 2026, known as WRAP, Inc. Our priority mission will continue to be WRAP....
Women Veterans Alliance (WVA) – Melissa A. Washington – Woman Veteran Of The Year
With the Navy celebrating 250 years, we’re taking a moment to honor our very own Melissa Washington! A proud Navy veteran, Melissa has been named Military Friendly® Veteran of the Year for California and Veteran of the Year Branch Category, Navy. Her unwavering...
Department of Veteran Affairs Purges and Actions Before the Shutdown Disregarded Essential Element – At Their (and America’s) Peril By Meta Mereday, VEDI, Inc.
Here’s my “two cents” – with tariff fueled, inflationary impacts costs me “twenty cents”! Months before the U.S. government shutdown ground federal operations to a halt, the current administration was already engaged in a widespread purge of federal agencies,...
Calling All Women Veteran Entrepreneurs in South Florida: Business Growth Program Coming in 2026
Exciting Opportunity for Women Veterans in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale Are you a woman veteran living in the Miami and Ft. Lauderdale area and ready to take your business to the next level? We’re putting together a Business Growth Program launching in 2026, designed...
Tim Close Signs with Tactical 16 Publishing
Tactical 16 Signs Timothy Close for “My Coast Guard Option: My Opportunity to Fight the Good Fight” Three decades of Coast Guard service, one powerful lesson: do what’s right, no matter what the cost. My Coast Guard Option: My Opportunity to Fight the Good...
Veterans Day Tribute: Service through Storytelling
From the battlefield to the barracks, every veteran carries a story worth preserving. This Veterans Day, Words of Veterans invites service members to honor their journey by creating a personalized book of military memories. This Veterans Day, Words of Veterans invites...
Remember Veteran Grave Markers, Inc.
Remember Veteran Grave Markers, Inc. (RVGM, Inc.) is a Lucas County–based nonprofit with one clear mission: Preserve, Honor, Remember. Through careful cleaning of government-furnished veteran headstones and grave markers, RVGM, Inc. raises awareness and educates the...
Uniting in Service: Military Thriving® Charlotte | November 6
On November 6, 2025 join us for a community-wide event that brings together veterans, service members, military families, youth, and local leaders to celebrate and strengthen the culture of service. By uniting across generations and sectors, attendees will honor...
Government Shutdown Support/Resources
Chamber Members, Supporters, and Partners, While we are not certain what will come of the reality of experiencing a Government Shutdown, we can assure the State of Idaho Veterans and their families that we are available to support in whatever capacity needed to...
ZeroMils Named Veteran-Owned Business of the Year 2025
ZeroMils has been named Veteran-Owned Business of the Year at the 2025 Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce’s Distinguished Service Awards, a program honoring Veteran-driven leadership and innovation across the Greater Washington region. For our team, this award is a...
Native American Business Association Joins NVBDC’s MVO Task Force to Expand Support for Native American and Veteran Entrepreneurs
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is proud to welcome the Native American Business Association (NABA) as the newest member of its Military and Veteran Organization (MVO) Task Force. Founded in North Texas, NABA was created to fill a critical...
Last Chance to Register Online for WRAP 2025!
Time’s almost up—online registration for the 2025 WRAP Symposium is closing soon, and we’d hate for you to miss it! Join WRAP community members from across the country for 3 days of learning, connection, and inspiration. Whether you’re looking to build your skills,...
Join the Women Veterans Holiday Gift Guide – deadline for submission September 19th, 2025
The holidays are right around the corner, and we don’t want you to miss this opportunity! Submissions are still open for our 5th Annual Women Veterans Holiday Gift Guide, but only for a limited time. This guide is designed to shine a spotlight on Women Veteran Owned...
Leaders Must Force Remembrance Blog by Rob Campbell
it's September 11th, and it's time to remember. Lest we forget. Returning to horrific times like 9/11, the anniversary of the death of a loved one, or a significant failure in a team or business is hard to do. We naturally want to flush those memories and focus...













