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Small Business Opportunity from NaVOBA Corporate Ally Dollar General!

Dollar General has opened its 2026 Call for Small Businesses, inviting eligible U.S.-based small businesses to explore potential vendor opportunities with one of the nation’s largest retailers.

Selected businesses will have the opportunity to participate in virtual meetings with Dollar General’s Small Business Development team this fall.

📅 Apply by August 17, 2026.

Veteran-owned businesses: Don’t miss this opportunity to introduce your products, build corporate connections and explore new opportunities in the private sector.

NaVOBA Corporate Ally Dollar General Opens 2026 Call for Small Businesses NaVOBA Corporate Ally Dollar General invites eligible small businesses to apply for its 2026 Call for Small Businesses by August 17.

Your expertise could help a Veteran-owned business grow.

NaVOBA is seeking corporate partners, business leaders and subject matter experts to present free educational webinars for our Veteran Business Enterprise® (VBE) community.

We’re looking for presentations on topics such as:

↳ Small business growth
↳ Entrepreneurship
↳ Corporate contracting
↳ Private-sector procurement
↳ Government vs. commercial contracting
↳ Business development and more

If your organization has knowledge that can help Veteran entrepreneurs succeed, we’d love to hear from you.

Together, we can strengthen Veteran-owned businesses through education and opportunity.

Interested in presenting? Contact NaVOBA today at [email protected]

Good news: The deadline has been extended!

You now have until August 14 to submit nominations for NaVOBA’s Best Corporations for Veteran’s Business Enterprises® (BCVBE).

Know a corporation that goes above and beyond to create opportunities and build meaningful relationships with Veteran-owned businesses? Help us recognize their commitment!

Nominations close August 14.

Submit your nomination 👉️ https://www.navoba.org/bcvbe

Every business owner will exit their business someday. The question is: Will you be ready?

Join NaVOBA for an insightful webinar with Patrick Flood, CEO of Owners In Honor , to learn how exit and succession planning can help you maximize your business value, protect your legacy and prepare for the future.

Whether your transition is years away or just around the corner, the best time to start planning is now.

📅 September 14
🕜 12:00–1:30 p.m. EDT

Register today 👉 https://www.navoba.org/mfm-edu

Today’s the day!

BCVBE nominations close tonight.

Help us recognize corporations making a lasting impact for Veteran-owned businesses.

Submit your nomination now 👉️ https://www.navoba.org/bcvbe

Founded by United States Air Force Veteran Alexander Hall, Alliance Cyber helps businesses, nonprofits and government organizations stay secure with trusted IT and cybersecurity solutions, including compliance support, risk management, cloud migrations and 24/7 IT services.

Built on the values of service, integrity and excellence, Alliance Cyber is also committed to giving back through workforce development, Veteran transition programs and pro bono cybersecurity support for nonprofits.

Learn more about their journey and how they’re making an impact 👉️ https://www.navoba.org/vbe-spotlight-alliance-cyber

Only two days remain!

Don’t miss your opportunity to recognize a corporation committed to supporting Veteran-owned businesses.

Submit your BCVBE nomination before August 7.

Submit your nomination 👉️ https://www.navoba.org/bcvbe

Happy 236th Birthday to the U.S. Coast Guard!

Today, NaVOBA proudly celebrates the brave men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard whose commitment to protecting our nation’s waters, securing our borders and responding in times of crisis exemplifies service above self.

To all U.S. Coast Guard Veterans who continue their mission through entrepreneurship and business leadership, thank you for your continued service to our communities and our economy.

Join us in wishing the U.S. Coast Guard a very happy birthday!

NaVOBA is excited to attend the DA4S - The Alliance for Science Conference this August in Anaheim, CA!

This premier life sciences networking event brings together corporate organizations and suppliers to build meaningful connections, explore new partnerships and discuss the trends shaping the future of healthcare and life sciences.

📅 August 25–27, 2026
📍 Anaheim, CA

NaVOBA Members receive an exclusive discounted registration rate!
Interested in attending? Contact [email protected] to learn more.

Learn more 👉️ https://theallianceforscience.com/

Every great story has the power to inspire, connect and create lasting impact.

This week, we’re proud to spotlight Bamboo Village Books, a NaVOBA Certified Service-Disabled Veteran’s Business Enterprise® founded by Veteran and author Quinton Taylor-Garcia. Through publishing, mentorship and a commitment to amplifying diverse voices, Bamboo Village Books is helping authors transform their ideas into meaningful stories while building a community centered on resilience, creativity and connection.

Learn more about their journey and the mission behind their work in this week’s VBE Spotlight 👉️ https://www.navoba.org/vbe-spotlight-bamboo-village-books