National Veteran Small Business Coalition

What National Veteran Small Business Coalition does

National Veteran Small Business Coalition (NVSBC) is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit trade association founded in 2010 and registered as a 501(c)(6) organization (EIN 27-2901001), with an affiliated 501(c)(3) NVSBC Education Foundation established in 2020 (EIN 83-4561485). The organization serves as the leading intermediary in the federal contracting marketplace for veteran-owned small businesses (VOSBs) and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs), claiming to advocate on behalf of 35,000+ veteran-owned small businesses representing over $51 billion in federal awards.

The core product surface comprises twelve programmatic offerings organized across four pillars: (1) national events (VETS Conference, Awards Gala, Finance Symposium, Charity Golf Tournament); (2) regional programming (Regional Engagement Events across nine cities, Training Academy); (3) intensive development programs (Fellowship Program, Consulting Program formerly VetFedConsult, Matched Networking Program formerly VetFedMatch); and (4) content/distribution (Virtual Training library with 100+ videos on YouTube, First Call Newsletter with 56,000+ subscribers, member-only Strategy & Legislative Newsletter). Underlying technology is conventional: a MemberClicks-powered VetFedConnect membership portal, a WordPress site relaunched August 2025, and YouTube for content delivery. No proprietary technology platform is described.

NVSBC's revenue mechanics span five streams: recurring membership dues across seven tiers ($60 APEX Accelerators to $2,400 large business primes), event registrations, corporate sponsorships across five tiers ($5K Supporter to $100K+ Visionary), grants (notably Boeing two-year consulting grant and JPMorganChase $750,000 Education Foundation commitment), and charitable donations to the Education Foundation's Building Tomorrow campaign. Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, anchored by 217 annual federal and Congressional advocacy engagements and a strategic legislative partnership with Van Scoyoc Associates that contributed to raising the SDVOSB set-aside goal from 3% to 5% in 2025. Customer segments include primary VOSB/SDVOSB small businesses plus secondary federal agencies (22 represented at VETS26), prime contractors seeking subcontracting partners, and associate non-veteran small businesses.

Name

National Veteran Small Business Coalition

Legal name

National Veteran Small Business Coalition

Website

https://nvsbc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

NVSBC is a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association serving veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses in the federal contracting marketplace through training, advocacy, networking events, and corporate partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Centreville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices14 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from seven organizational membership categories ranging from $350 for veteran-owned small businesses to $2,400 for large businesses. Membership benefits extend to all employees within the organization.
2. Event Registrations: Revenue from national conferences (VETS Conference, Finance Symposium, Awards Gala), regional engagement events, and charity golf tournament. Members receive discounted pricing.
3. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships at multiple levels: Visionary ($100K+), Leadership ($50K+), Champion ($25K+), Sustaining ($10K+), and Supporter ($5K+). Includes brand exposure and organizational partnership.
4. Grants: Philanthropic grants from corporations such as Boeing (two-year financial award for mentorship and consulting programs) and JPMorganChase ($750,000 commitment to NVSBC Education Foundation).
5. Donations: Charitable contributions to the NVSBC Education Foundation Building Tomorrow campaign, including monthly giving, planned giving, stock donations, and in-kind contributions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

NVSBC is a nonprofit membership association that delivers training, advocacy, consulting, and networking programs to help Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs/SDVOSBs) succeed in U.S. federal contracting. Paid offerings span annual organizational memberships across seven tiers, a national VETS Conference, Awards Gala, Finance Symposium, Charity Golf Tournament, a nine-month Fellowship Program, Regional Engagement Events in nine cities, a Training Academy, free one-on-one Consulting, and a Matched Networking program that connects primes with VOSBs.

Product overview

NVSBC operates as a nonprofit membership organization (registered 501(c)(6)) providing a unified suite of programs and services designed to help Veteran-owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-owned Small Businesses succeed in federal contracting. The core portfolio includes the annual VETS Conference (premier multi-day business growth event), the Awards Gala (recognizing federal agency excellence), the Finance Symposium (capital access strategies), and the Charity Golf Tournament. These national events are complemented by the nine-month Fellowship Program for intensive business development, Regional Engagement Events across nine U.S. cities, and the Training Academy for monthly in-person sessions. Direct support services include the Consulting Program (free business consultations), Matched Networking Program (connecting primes with VOSBs), and Virtual Training (100+ online videos). Member communications include the First Call Newsletter (56,000+ subscribers) and Strategy & Legislative Newsletter (award-winning, member-only). The affiliated NVSBC Education Foundation (501(c)(3)) delivers programmatic content. The organization recently launched a new website in August 2025.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VetFedConsult: Former name for NVSBC's free business development consultation program for GovCon business owners, now simply called the Consulting Program.
• VetFedMatch

Products and services

• VETS Conference NVSBC's premier annual multi-day federal contracting conference focused on business growth, bringing together federal procurement decision makers, large prime contractors, and small business leaders for networking, training, and teaming opportunities.
• Awards Gala Annual formal evening event recognizing Federal Agencies and Federal Contracting Primes that excel in support of Veteran small businesses, awarding categories including Champion of Veteran Enterprise, Veteran Small Business Advocate of the Year, and Small Business of the Year.
• Finance Symposium Annual one-day in-person event focused on business finance strategies for veteran-owned small businesses, covering startup capital, steady-state capital, growth capital, and transition capital through expert panels, breakout sessions, and matched networking.
• Charity Golf Tournament Annual charity golf event held at Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, VA, with proceeds benefiting the NVSBC Education Foundation; features scramble format, silent auction, and networking across the GovCon industry.
• Fellowship Program Nine-month intensive cohort-based program designed to equip Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses with knowledge, networks, and practical skills needed to compete in the federal marketplace through structured curriculum, expert mentorship, and real-world application.
• Regional Engagement Events Three-hour local engagement events held in nine cities (Colorado Springs, Dayton, DC Metro, Hampton Roads, Huntsville, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, Tampa) featuring meal, training session, and networking with industry leaders and federal officials.
• Training Academy Monthly in-person one-hour training events held at Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, VA (and occasionally in Hampton Roads and San Diego), featuring industry experts, government representatives, and contracting educators.
• Consulting Program (formerly VetFedConsult) Free business development consultation program offering one-on-one training and personalized consultations for GovCon business owners, underwritten by Boeing grant, covering strategy alignment, networking, and advocacy support.
• Matched Networking Program (formerly VetFedMatch) Virtual platform connecting Prime Contractors with Veteran-owned businesses (SD/VOSB) to learn about subcontracting needs and create partnerships, featuring quarterly events coordinated through capability surveys and virtual matchmaking.
• First Call Newsletter Monthly publication distributed at the beginning of each month designed to inform veteran businesses of the latest developments affecting the federal marketplace, with 56,000+ subscribers and 12 issues published annually.
• Strategy & Legislative Newsletter Award-winning monthly newsletter providing detailed reviews of Congressional legislative actions, insights into potential impacts on Veteran small business federal contractors, and updates on NVSBC's federal advocacy activities; restricted to paid members.
• Virtual Training (formerly Charlie Mike Training Series) Online video series featuring training from policy experts, government representatives, prime contractors, and contracting educators on topics including Business Operations, Planning, Leadership, Development, Federal Agency Opportunities, and Prime Opportunities, hosted on YouTube.

Quantifiable outcome

• 52% of businesses engaging with NVSBC increased their revenues
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and leadership.

• Van Scoyoc AssociatescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNVSBC partners with Van Scoyoc Associates for legislative advocacy. VSA team includes Col. Mike Shupp (USMC Ret.) as VP/Team Leader, Jennifer Cave as Associate VP, and Madhu Thyagarajan as Legislative Assistant. Together they advance NVSBC's focused legislative agenda to strengthen the Veteran small business community.
• Lockheed Martin CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPilot program partner for NVSBC Matched Networking in 2022. LMCO participated with five business areas having subcontract opportunities, engaging 30+ businesses in the matchmaking program. Over 35,000 SDVOSB/VOSBs were identified through the partnership.
• Navy Federal Credit UnionsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSustaining sponsor of the Fellowship Program. Navy Federal supports veteran entrepreneurship in federal contracting.
• M&T BanksupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCohort sponsor for the Fellowship Program, supporting industry-focused cohorts for veteran business owners.
• 1DigitalSpacesupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCohort sponsor for the Fellowship Program, supporting veteran business development.
• CohnReznickleadershipGTM or Marketing PartnerLeadership level sponsor ($50K+) providing support for NVSBC programs and events.
• DuraBanteleadershipGTM or Marketing PartnerLeadership level sponsor ($50K+) and Visionary sponsor for NVSBC programs.
• sbLiftOffleadershipGTM or Marketing PartnerLeadership sponsor and co-host of inaugural Finance event in 2021. Supports and promotes veteran entrepreneurship.
• BAE SystemssupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerGenerous sponsor of the 2025-2026 Virtual Training series, making training free for organizations.
• Baroni Center for Government Contracting at George Mason UniversitysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor and partner for Finance Symposium. First-in-the-nation university center addressing government contracting business, policy, and regulatory issues.
• D'Aniello Institute for Veterans & Military Families (IVMF) at Syracuse UniversitysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor and partner for Finance Symposium. Higher education's first interdisciplinary academic institute focused on advancing post-service lives of veterans and military families.
• Association of the United States Army (AUSA)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit educational and professional development association serving America's Army. Provides voice for the Army, supports Soldiers, and honors those who have served.
• Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses (FAVOB)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide nonprofit business association advocating for success of veteran business owners in Florida with 450+ veteran business owner members across state chapters.
• HUBZone Contractors National CouncilsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association working to improve and support the HUBZone program and small business community since 2000.
• Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerNation's largest and most influential association of uniformed service officers with 350,000 members from every branch of uniformed service.
• National 8(a) AssociationsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit providing education and guidance for aspiring, current, and graduate 8(a) businesses, working with HUBZone, SDVOB, SDB, WOSB, DBE, and Federal Agencies.
• NaVOBAsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndependent 501(c)(3) nonprofit with VBE/SDVBE certifications that mirror MBE and WBE certifications, ensuring 51%+ veteran ownership.
• Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounded in 1920, SAME builds leaders and leads collaboration among government and industry to develop multidisciplined solutions to national security infrastructure challenges.
• Veterans In Business (VIB) NetworksupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit 501(c)(3) organization advocating for all Veteran Businesses including SDVOSBs and DVBEs, helping build connections with corporations, agencies, and primes.
• Federal Agencies (Various)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerFederal Participants listed include: DLA, USDA, DOC, DoD, ED, DOE, DHS, HUD, DOL, DOS, DOI, TREAS, DOT, VA, GSA, MBDA, NSF, Navy Office of Small Business Programs, NRC, OPM, SBA, SSA, VHA - actively participating in NVSBC events and programs.

Scale indicators35 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA): Independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing VBE/SDVBE certifications and corporate supplier diversity programs. Most direct peer — both organizations certify veteran-owned businesses, advocate for federal contracting inclusion, and host corporate matchmaking events.
• National 8(a) Association: Nonprofit providing education and guidance for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, SDB, WOSB, and DBE businesses. Closely comparable model — same small-business contracting advocacy space, overlapping member segments.
• Veterans In Business (VIB) Network: Nonprofit 501(c)(3) advocating for veteran-owned businesses including SDVOSBs and DVBEs and connecting them with corporations, agencies, and primes. Operates in the same VOSB/SDVOSB advocacy and networking niche.
• HUBZone Contractors National Council: 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association working to improve and support the HUBZone program since 2000. Operates the same trade association model in an adjacent certification category (HUBZone vs. SDVOSB).

Others

• SCORE: Free small business mentoring and education nonprofit, partially funded by SBA. Comparable consulting/mentorship service model for SMBs but without the veteran-owned or federal contracting specialization.

Broad incumbents

• Military Officers Association of America (MOAA): Nation's largest association of uniformed service officers with 350,000 members across every branch. Broader military professional association that occasionally intersects with NVSBC's veteran-business audience.
• D'Aniello Institute for Veterans & Military Families (IVMF) at Syracuse University: Higher education's first interdisciplinary academic institute focused on advancing post-service lives of veterans. Comparable mission but academic/educational vehicle; partners with NVSBC on the Finance Symposium.
• Society of American Military Engineers (SAME): Founded in 1920, builds leaders and leads collaboration among government and industry on national security infrastructure. Veteran-affiliated professional association with broader military engineering focus.

Emerging players

• Baroni Center for Government Contracting at George Mason University: First-in-the-nation university center addressing government contracting business, policy, and regulatory issues. Partners with NVSBC on Finance Symposium and represents an academic-led alternative in the same GovCon education space.

Regional players

• Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses (FAVOB): Statewide nonprofit business association advocating for veteran business owners in Florida with 450+ members across state chapters. Geographic competitor for Florida member share and sponsor dollars.

Market position

Strengths6 records

Weaknesses6 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC3nC8XF_2DgCwp91vo9ECEQ
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/national-veteran-small-business-coalition

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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