Veteran-Owned Businesses: Supporting Those Who Served
Marie TimariuOne of the best ways to support veterans is to support their businesses. Veteran entrepreneurs bring discipline, leadership, and problem-solving skills honed through military service. Here is why buying from veteran-owned businesses matters.
Veterans as Entrepreneurs
Veterans start businesses at higher rates than the general population. Their military experience translates into:
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Ability to perform under pressure
- Discipline and attention to detail
- Experience managing logistics and operations
- Commitment to mission completion
How to Find Veteran-Owned Businesses
- Look for the Veteran-Owned Business certification
- Search the VA Veteran-Owned Small Business database
- Check local veteran business directories
- Ask at veteran service organizations
- Attend veteran business networking events
VA Resources for Veteran Entrepreneurs
The VA offers programs to help veterans start and grow businesses:
- Boots to Business entrepreneurship training
- Veteran Readiness and Employment self-employment track
- Small Business Administration veteran programs
- Mentorship through SCORE and veteran business groups
Corporate Supplier Diversity
Many corporations have supplier diversity programs that prioritize veteran-owned businesses. If you work in procurement, consider adding veteran-owned vendors to your supply chain.
“When you buy from a veteran-owned business, you invest in someone who invested years serving our country.”
For All Who Gave All partners with veteran-owned businesses in our community. Contact us to learn about local veteran entrepreneurs.
