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Applications are open for CATAPULT 15!

Designed by Capital One, CATAPULT helps small businesses innovate, solve complex business challenges and develop new products or service solutions through courses, collaborative workshops, subject-matter experts and dedicated advisors.

The program runs January–June 2027 and culminates with an in-person pitch in McLean, VA.

📅 Apply by November 2, 2026.

Learn more and apply 👉️ https://www.navoba.org/catapult15

NaVOBA is proud to support the National Veterans Small Business Engagement (NVSBE)!

Mark your calendars: December 8-9, 2026 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Kicking things off the evening before, a welcome reception on December 7 in the exhibit hall gets the connections started early.

This is where Veteran-Owned small businesses meet face to face with Procurement Decision Makers, government agencies, and industry leaders who are ready to do business.

Show up. Connect. Own the Opportunity.

Learn more 👉️ https://portal.vetbiz.va.gov/nvsbe/2026/

Certification can help get your Veteran-Owned business noticed, but earning a purchase order requires more.

On October 26, join NaVOBA and Rick Pina of Inspired Solutions to learn what corporate gatekeepers are looking for when evaluating potential suppliers.

Discover how to lead with your capabilities, address a buyer's business needs and position your company to compete for corporate opportunities.

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

Ready to earn your seat in corporate supply chains?

Join NaVOBA and Rick Pina, COO & CRO of Inspired Solutions, on October 26 for Earning the Seat: Getting Your Veteran-Owned Business Into Corporate Supply Chains.

Rick will share insights from both sides of the table to help Veteran-Owned businesses better understand how corporate procurement teams evaluate and select suppliers.

📅 October 26
🕜 2:00 p.m. EDT

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

Don’t miss your chance to recognize an outstanding Veteran-Owned business for its leadership, success and impact.

If you know a Certified VBE that deserves the spotlight, submit your nomination today!

Nominate now 👉 https://www.navoba.org/vbeoy

Join us for NaVOBA’s Monthly Muster!

Have questions about your VBE certification or NaVOBA? Monthly Muster is your opportunity to connect with our team, ask questions and get the information you need to make the most of your Veteran’s Business Enterprise® certification.

This monthly virtual VBE Q&A is an open forum, bring your questions and join the conversation!

📅 October 1, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 p.m. EDT
💻 Virtual

Register now 👉️ https://bit.ly/oct-muster

Today’s the day!

Operation Matchmaker is here.

We’re excited to bring together Veteran-Owned businesses and corporations for a day focused on networking, connections and opportunity.

Let’s make meaningful business happen.

Register now 👉 NaVOBA.org/matchmaker

NaVOBA is headed to Los Angeles for the 2026 NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange!

Taking place October 25–28, the conference will bring together thousands of corporate procurement leaders, suppliers, entrepreneurs, investors and strategic partners for four days of networking, learning and new business opportunities.

This year’s theme, “Drive Growth for Shared Prosperity,” highlights the power of collaboration, innovation and meaningful business connections to create lasting economic impact.

Attendees can look forward to:
✅ Insights from industry leaders
✅ Matchmaking and networking opportunities
✅ Educational sessions focused on growth and innovation
✅ Connections with procurement and supplier inclusion professionals
✅ Opportunities to engage with certified MBEs, corporate members and strategic partners

We’re looking forward to connecting with colleagues, partners and business leaders from across the country. If you’ll be there, we hope to see you in LA!

Register and learn more 👉️ https://bit.ly/attending-nmsdcconf26

Meet Open Security, Inc., a Veteran-Owned cybersecurity firm helping organizations strengthen their defenses through cybersecurity assessments, training, education and consulting.

As a NaVOBA Certified Veteran’s Business Enterprise® (VBE), Open Security, Inc. brings Veteran leadership, expertise and a mission-focused approach to helping organizations build greater cyber resilience.

Learn more about Open Security, Inc. in our latest VBE Spotlight 👉️ https://www.navoba.org/vbe-spotlight-osi

Join WCOE Metro NY on October 8 for the Women of Resilience Fundraiser & Networking Dinner, an evening highlighting Women in Construction in the Healthcare Industry and supporting Breast Cancer Awareness.

The evening will also honor Leandra Joseph, former COO of WBEC Metro NY and Greater DMV, as the first recipient of the WCOE Metro NY Legacy Award, recognizing more than 20 years of outstanding leadership, service and commitment.

NaVOBA is proud to share opportunities that strengthen connections, expand resources and support collaboration across our business community.

Learn more and register 👉️ https://wcoeny.org/events/women-of-resilience-fundraiser-networking-dinner/