Monthly Archive: May 2011

New Memorial Day Message Banner Added To Veteran Owned Business Directory

Attention Veteran Owned Business Members: Here’s a quick note to let you know we’ve uploaded a new “Memorial Day” message (banner) to our Veteran Owned Business Directory! Memorial Day Message Says: “While you’re out barbecuing and hanging out with family and friends this Memorial Day weekend (and after), please take time to remember the brave men and women of the… Read more

Census Bureau Reports Veteran Owned Businesses Numbered More Than 2 Million in 2007 | Veteran Owned Business News

May 17, 2011: U.S. Census Bureau Releases Numbers on Veteran Owned Businesses in The United States May 17, 2011 U.S. Business Census Release: In 2007, U.S. military veterans owned 2.4 million businesses, which accounted for 9.0 percent of all businesses nationwide, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. These businesses generated $1.2 trillion in receipts, or about 4.1 percent of all… Read more

Would you like Military Times Magazine to Spotlight your Business? – Veteran Owned Business News Announcement

Would you like Military Times Magazine to Spotlight your Business? Military Times Edge is looking to interview/spotlight a few Veteran Businessmen/Businesswomen who started their business while still serving active duty, and who recently (within the last 5 years) made the transition back to civilian life as a Veteran Business Owner. Military Times Edge, a publication dedicated to providing Soldiers, Sailors,… Read more

6th Annual SBDC Network’s Small Business Veterans Conference – Colorado Springs Double Tree Hotel – May 25th and 26th

Register now for the 6th Annual SBDC Network’s Small Business Veterans Conference “Real” Contracting Opportunities, educational seminars, one-on-one  counseling, valuable networking opportunities, and exciting keynote speakers! Highlights: Meet Contract Specialist and learn expectations Multiple training sessions Different tracks to meet your needs Speakers with valuable knowledge Represented: Lockheed Martin/ULA Military: Peterson, Schreiver, Air Force Academy, ARSTRAT, Ft. Carson GE Johnson… Read more

VA Hosts Veteran Small Business Conference in New Orleans August 15th through 18th, 2011 – Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

Supports Veteran-Owned Businesses; Helps Compete for Federal Contracts WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs will host the upcoming National Veterans Small Business Conference and Expo, Aug.15-18 in New Orleans.  It will be the largest nationwide conference of its kind focused on helping Veteran-owned businesses succeed in winning federal contracts. “Veteran-owned businesses provide world class services and expand employment opportunities for… Read more