Events & Conferences

Join fellow veteran entrepreneurs and military community allies for an exclusive Eagles Night Out networking dinner in Atlanta, Georgia — the economic heartbeat of the Southeast. This intimate gathering brings together veteran-owned businesses, corporate partners, and government representatives for an evening of high-value connections, deal-making, and community building. Event Highlights: • Hosted cocktail reception and networking hour • Keynote address from a prominent Atlanta veteran entrepreneur • Structured B2B roundtable introductions • Government contracting opportunity briefing • Chamber membership enrollment and renewal • Veteran business resource showcase Atlanta is home to one of the nation's fastest-growing veteran business communities, with direct access to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Fort Gillem, and a thriving defense contracting ecosystem. Don't miss this opportunity to plant your flag in the Southeast.

The USVIC Chamber brings Eagles Night Out to San Diego — America's finest city and one of the most concentrated military communities in the nation. Join us for a premier veteran business networking evening on the Pacific Coast. With Naval Base San Diego, Camp Pendleton, MCAS Miramar, and multiple other installations nearby, San Diego represents one of the most strategically important markets for veteran-owned businesses in the country. Event Highlights: • Waterfront venue with panoramic harbor views • Hosted reception with California craft beverages • Veteran entrepreneur spotlight presentations • Defense contracting and federal procurement briefing • B2B matchmaking and structured networking • Chamber membership enrollment and resource showcase Whether you're a veteran transitioning to entrepreneurship or an established VOB looking to expand your West Coast presence, Eagles Night Out San Diego is your launchpad to the Pacific market.

Annual celebration of veteran entrepreneurship in New Orleans during Mardi Gras season. Festive networking event with live jazz, Creole cuisine, and structured business introductions. Celebrates the unique culture of veteran business in Louisiana.

Quarterly networking event for veteran entrepreneurs in the San Francisco Bay Area. Held at a rotating venue in San Francisco, Oakland, or San Jose. Structured speed networking format with 5-minute rotations, followed by open networking and refreshments.

Monthly national webinar series providing updates on SBA programs for veteran entrepreneurs. This session covers VBOC resources, SBA Express Loans, 8(a) program changes, and the latest SDVOSB verification updates from the VA. Free to all USVIC members.

Monthly networking mixer for veteran entrepreneurs in Western New York. Casual atmosphere with structured introductions, business card exchange, and a featured veteran business spotlight. Hosted at rotating venues in the Buffalo-Niagara region.

Quarterly luncheon connecting veteran-owned energy companies with major oil & gas operators and EPC contractors. Structured networking with pre-arranged introductions. Includes a panel on upcoming bid opportunities in the Gulf Coast region.

Practical webinar teaching veteran entrepreneurs how to leverage digital marketing to grow their businesses. Covers LinkedIn for B2B, Google Ads for government contractors, content marketing, and email campaigns. Includes live Q&A and free resource toolkit.

Monthly half-day workshop series covering essential business topics for veteran entrepreneurs: legal structures, accounting basics, digital marketing, government contracting, and access to capital. Hosted at the Pittsburgh Veterans Resource Center.

Monthly breakfast networking event for veteran entrepreneurs in Indianapolis. Features a 20-minute educational segment on a business topic, structured networking, and a veteran business spotlight. Hosted at the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce.

Critical webinar for veteran-owned businesses pursuing DoD contracts. Covers CMMC 2.0 requirements, assessment timelines, C3PAO selection, and cost-effective compliance strategies for small businesses. Q&A with a certified CMMC practitioner.

Free half-day workshop for active duty service members within 180 days of separation and recently transitioned veterans. Covers SkillBridge programs, SBA Boots to Business, business plan fundamentals, and local resource navigation. Hosted at NAS Jacksonville.

National webinar covering all capital options for veteran entrepreneurs: SBA loans, SBIR/STTR grants, veteran-focused angel investors, CDFIs, and revenue-based financing. Features a panel of veteran business lenders and investors answering live questions.

Summit connecting veteran-owned businesses with the petrochemical and energy industry in the Baton Rouge corridor. Features ExxonMobil, Shell, and BASF procurement briefings, safety certification workshops, and teaming opportunities for plant maintenance contracts.

Monthly pitch night where veteran entrepreneurs present their business concepts to a panel of investors, mentors, and fellow veterans. Each presenter gets 5 minutes plus Q&A. Prizes for top pitches. Casual atmosphere with networking before and after.

Monthly networking mixer for veteran entrepreneurs in the Richmond, Virginia metro area. Features structured introductions, a veteran business spotlight, and open networking. Hosted at rotating venues in Richmond, Henrico, and Chesterfield.

Full-day summit connecting Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses with Georgia state procurement officers and federal agency representatives. Includes set-aside briefings, capability statement workshops, and one-on-one matchmaking appointments.

Forward-looking webinar exploring how veteran entrepreneurs can leverage artificial intelligence tools to compete with larger companies. Covers AI for proposal writing, customer service automation, financial forecasting, and marketing content creation.

Monthly breakfast networking event for veteran entrepreneurs in the South Puget Sound region. Structured networking format with business card exchange, 30-second introductions, and a featured speaker on a relevant business topic. JBLM community welcome.

Quarterly luncheon for veteran entrepreneurs in the Birmingham metro area. Features a keynote speaker, networking, and procurement updates from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Alabama Power, and Regions Bank.

Quarterly pitch night for veteran entrepreneurs in the Chicago metro area. Five finalists present to a panel of Chicago investors and business leaders. $10,000 prize for the winner. Includes networking reception and mentorship matchmaking.

Annual procurement fair connecting veteran businesses with JBSA (Joint Base San Antonio) contracting officers and prime contractors. Booth exhibitions, capability statement reviews, and scheduled one-on-one meetings with base procurement staff.

Annual celebration of Hawaii's veteran business community with a traditional luau setting. Features INDOPACOM procurement briefings, Hawaii Tourism Authority supplier opportunities, and networking with Hawaii's business and military community leaders.

Procurement day connecting veteran-owned cybersecurity firms with NSA, CYBERCOM, and DHS contracting officers. Requires security clearance for some sessions. Includes CMMC 2.0 compliance workshops and cleared facility contracting briefings.

Quarterly networking mixer for veteran entrepreneurs in Rhode Island and Southern New England. Features Raytheon Technologies, Hasbro, and Brown University procurement briefings. Covers defense, consumer products, and education technology opportunities.

Two-day summit focused on real estate investment strategies for veteran entrepreneurs. Topics include multifamily acquisition, commercial real estate, VA loan strategies for investment properties, opportunity zones, and 1031 exchanges. Networking with veteran real estate investors.

Networking event for veteran businesses in Tulsa's energy and aerospace sectors. Tulsa is home to major aerospace MRO operations and energy companies. Features NORDAM, American Airlines MRO, and Williams Companies procurement representatives.

Free half-day workshop for veteran entrepreneurs new to government contracting. Covers SAM.gov registration, NAICS codes, capability statements, finding opportunities on beta.SAM.gov, and understanding set-aside programs. Hosted by the Southern Arizona VBOC.

Intimate roundtable for veteran entrepreneurs in Vermont's capital region. Small group format (25 max) for deep conversations on rural business challenges, agricultural opportunities, and state procurement. Facilitated by the Vermont Small Business Development Center.

Forum focused on veteran business opportunities in the Port of Charleston ecosystem — one of the fastest-growing ports on the East Coast. Covers logistics, warehousing, customs brokerage, and maritime contracting opportunities for veteran businesses.

Half-day summit for veteran entrepreneurs in the Denver metro area. Features a keynote on scaling veteran businesses, panels on access to capital and government contracting, and a roundtable discussion with Colorado's top veteran business advocates.

Focused forum for veteran-owned cybersecurity and defense technology companies pursuing DoD, DHS, and IC contracts. Includes CMMC compliance briefings, classified program overviews (with appropriate clearances), and teaming introductions.

Quarterly roundtable for veteran entrepreneurs in the Kansas City metro area. Small-group format with 30 attendees maximum. Topics rotate: agriculture tech, logistics, healthcare, and financial services. Facilitated by USVIC regional advisors.

Summit focused on veteran-owned manufacturing companies in the Great Lakes region. Topics include reshoring opportunities, DoD manufacturing contracts, advanced manufacturing technologies, and workforce development. Tours of veteran-owned facilities available.

Forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Montana's energy and agriculture sectors. Features Montana Rail Link, Stillwater Mining, and Montana State University procurement briefings. Covers oil, gas, coal, and renewable energy opportunities in the Big Sky state.

Forum for veteran-owned construction and real estate companies in the Phoenix metro — one of the fastest-growing construction markets in the nation. Features Arizona DOT, City of Phoenix, and Maricopa County procurement briefings.

Intensive two-day business development bootcamp for transitioning veterans and early-stage veteran entrepreneurs. Covers business plan development, funding sources, SBA programs, and local market entry strategies. Facilitated by SCORE mentors and USVIC advisors.

Quarterly roundtable for veteran entrepreneurs in the Nashville metro area. Small-group format (max 40 attendees) ensures meaningful conversations. Topics rotate each quarter: healthcare, music industry, logistics, and real estate. Hosted at rotating member businesses.

Forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Southeast Alaska. Features Alaska Airlines, NOAA, and Alaska state procurement briefings. Covers aviation, fisheries, tourism, and federal contracting opportunities unique to Southeast Alaska.

Forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Mississippi, with a focus on agriculture, healthcare, and government contracting opportunities unique to the Delta region. Features USDA, VA Medical Center, and Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians enterprise briefings.

Focused forum for veteran businesses in the defense and aerospace sectors. San Diego is home to the largest concentration of defense contractors on the West Coast. Includes NAVSEA, NAVAIR, and SPAWAR procurement briefings and teaming opportunities.

Annual forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Wyoming. Features F.E. Warren AFB procurement, Wyoming Business Council, and energy sector opportunities in the Powder River Basin. Covers oil, gas, coal, and wind energy contracting for veteran businesses.

Forum focused on veteran-owned logistics, transportation, and supply chain companies in the Memphis region — the logistics capital of America. Features FedEx, UPS, and Nike supply chain procurement briefings and teaming opportunities.

Forum connecting veteran-owned businesses with Native American tribal enterprises and New Mexico state procurement. Features Sandia National Laboratories, Kirtland AFB, and New Mexico Tech procurement briefings. Unique teaming opportunities between VOSBs and tribal enterprises.

Dedicated franchise expo for veterans exploring business ownership through franchising. Features 50+ franchise brands offering veteran discounts, VetFran program briefings, SBA franchise financing workshops, and one-on-one discovery sessions with franchise development teams.

Forum for veteran entrepreneurs in South Dakota and the Great Plains region. Features Sanford Health, Citibank (Sioux Falls), and Ellsworth AFB procurement briefings. Covers healthcare, finance, and defense contracting opportunities.

Annual business expo hosted near Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg), the largest military installation in the world. Connects veteran businesses with Army contracting officers, prime contractors, and the Fayetteville business community. Free admission for veterans.

Summit for veteran entrepreneurs in the clean energy, sustainability, and green technology sectors in the Pacific Northwest. Features Oregon DEQ procurement, utility company supplier diversity sessions, and clean energy investment opportunities.

Forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Maine's maritime and outdoor industries. Features Bath Iron Works (General Dynamics), Jackson Laboratory, and Maine DOT procurement briefings. Covers shipbuilding, biomedical research, and transportation contracting.

Summit for veteran entrepreneurs in Iowa's agricultural and food processing industries. Features John Deere, Pioneer (Corteva), and Iowa State University Extension procurement and partnership briefings. Covers precision agriculture, agtech, and food supply chain opportunities.

Forum for veteran businesses in Alaska's unique market. Covers Arctic logistics, oil field services, federal contracting at JBER (Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson), and Alaska Native Corporation teaming opportunities. Features USARAK and PACAF procurement briefings.

Annual business expo serving the Hampton Roads veteran business community — home to the largest concentration of military installations in the world. Features Navy, Army, Air Force, and Marine Corps procurement representatives alongside corporate primes.

Annual summit for veteran entrepreneurs in the Boise metro area — one of the fastest-growing regions in the nation. Features Micron Technology, HP Inc., and Idaho National Laboratory procurement briefings. Covers semiconductor, tech, and nuclear energy opportunities.

Annual expo serving the Colorado Springs military community — home to Fort Carson, Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB, NORAD, and the Air Force Academy. Connects veteran businesses with military installation contracting officers and the local business community.

Forum connecting veteran businesses with the Port of Baltimore and Maryland's logistics ecosystem. Features Maryland Port Administration procurement, Under Armour supplier diversity, and Johns Hopkins University procurement briefings.

Forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Delaware's corporate and financial services hub. Features JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, and DuPont procurement briefings. Covers financial services, chemicals, and corporate services contracting in the First State.

Annual forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho. Features Fairchild AFB procurement, Inland Northwest Health Services, and Washington State University procurement briefings. Covers agriculture, healthcare, and defense opportunities.

Annual veteran business summit in Las Vegas combining a full-day conference with an evening casino fundraiser. Day sessions cover hospitality, gaming, construction, and entertainment industry opportunities. Evening networking event raises funds for veteran entrepreneur scholarships.

Summit for veteran entrepreneurs in Vermont's growing green economy. Features Green Mountain Power, Vermont Agency of Transportation, and University of Vermont procurement briefings. Covers renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and eco-tourism opportunities.

Biannual networking event for veteran entrepreneurs in the Fargo-Moorhead metro area. Features Microsoft (Fargo campus), Sanford Health, and North Dakota State University procurement briefings. Covers agtech, healthcare, and technology opportunities.

Summit connecting veteran-owned businesses with the Detroit automotive industry. Features GM, Ford, and Stellantis supplier diversity procurement briefings, Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier opportunities, and advanced manufacturing technology showcases.

Annual summit for veteran entrepreneurs in Utah. Features Hill AFB procurement briefings, Utah Tech Hubs program, and outdoor recreation industry opportunities. Includes a keynote from a prominent Utah veteran business leader.

Forum connecting veteran entrepreneurs with the University of Wisconsin-Madison research commercialization ecosystem. Features UW-Madison tech transfer, Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF), and Epic Systems procurement briefings.

Annual conference serving veteran entrepreneurs across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Keynote speakers, industry panels on aerospace (Boeing), tech (Amazon, Microsoft), and maritime industries. Includes a federal procurement matchmaking session with JBLM contracting.

Annual networking event celebrating Kentucky's veteran business community with a bourbon tasting and structured networking. Features procurement representatives from Brown-Forman, Humana, and Louisville Metro Government. A uniquely Kentucky veteran business experience.

Ohio's largest annual gathering of veteran entrepreneurs, featuring 600+ attendees, 80 exhibitors, and procurement matchmaking with state and federal agencies. Includes a veteran business pitch competition with $25,000 in prizes.

Annual forum for veteran entrepreneurs in New Hampshire. Features BAE Systems, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, and New Hampshire state procurement briefings. Covers defense electronics, healthcare, and technology opportunities in the Granite State.

Summit for veteran-founded technology and innovation companies in the Greater Boston area. Features MIT and Harvard innovation ecosystem connections, defense tech opportunities at Hanscom AFB, and biotech/medtech procurement from Boston's world-class hospital systems.

Biannual networking event for veteran entrepreneurs in Arkansas. Features procurement updates from Dillard's, Walmart (Bentonville), and Arkansas state agencies. Includes a veteran business pitch spotlight with audience voting.

Arizona's premier veteran business conference, featuring 500+ attendees, keynote speakers, procurement matchmaking with Luke AFB and Fort Huachuca, and an exhibit hall showcasing veteran-owned businesses across the Valley of the Sun.

Forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Connecticut's insurance and financial services capital. Features Hartford Financial Services, Aetna (CVS Health), and Cigna procurement briefings. Covers insurance technology, financial services, and healthcare contracting.

Annual conference for veteran entrepreneurs in Nebraska and the surrounding Heartland region. Features Union Pacific, Mutual of Omaha, and Berkshire Hathaway supplier diversity briefings. Includes an agricultural technology track for veteran farm entrepreneurs.

Forum for veteran entrepreneurs in Guam and the Pacific Islands. Features NAVFAC Pacific, Andersen AFB, and Guam Visitors Bureau procurement briefings. Covers construction, logistics, and hospitality contracting in the strategic Pacific hub.

Annual recognition luncheon celebrating Charlotte's outstanding veteran entrepreneurs. Features a keynote from a nationally recognized veteran business leader, networking reception, and awards for top veteran businesses in the Charlotte metro area.

Annual showcase of veteran-owned businesses in the Research Triangle. Features procurement matchmaking with NC State, Duke, UNC, and Research Triangle Park companies. Includes a veteran startup pitch competition with $15,000 in prizes.

Annual showcase of veteran-owned businesses in West Michigan. Features a trade show floor, business pitch competition, and networking reception. Attended by corporate buyers from Amway, Meijer, Steelcase, and other West Michigan employers.

Annual forum for veteran entrepreneurs in New Jersey. Features Johnson & Johnson, Prudential Financial, and NJ Transit procurement briefings. Covers pharmaceutical, financial services, and transportation contracting in the Garden State.

Annual conference for veteran entrepreneurs in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. Features keynote speakers, panels on healthcare, retail, and technology industries, and procurement matchmaking with Target, Best Buy, and 3M supplier diversity teams.

Annual expo and awards celebration for St. Louis veteran entrepreneurs. Features Boeing, Anheuser-Busch InBev, and Emerson Electric supplier diversity procurement briefings. Awards recognize top veteran businesses in manufacturing, tech, and services.

Annual recognition luncheon for Oklahoma veteran entrepreneurs. Features the Governor's Veterans Business Award, keynote from a prominent Oklahoma veteran business leader, and networking with state and federal procurement officials.

Kickoff summit for Maryland Veteran Business Week, a statewide celebration of veteran entrepreneurship. Features the Governor's proclamation, agency procurement updates, and a keynote from a Maryland veteran business success story. Free to attend.

Summit for veteran entrepreneurs in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Features Puerto Rico Industrial Development Company (PRIDCO), US Army Garrison Puerto Rico, and Caribbean tourism industry procurement briefings. Bilingual event (English/Spanish).