During National Invest in Veterans Week, our nation celebrates the contributions and sacrifices of America's dedicated veteran entrepreneurs. This is a time to honor the men and women who have selflessly served our country and now lead in business.

Employers, especially entrepreneurs who have served in our U.S. Armed Forces play a vital role in honoring military service by creating economic opportunities at home for our American Heroes.

Join us in celebrating and supporting our devoted veterans who bring valuable skills and experience to boost growth in our economy. Learn how you can hire and retain top veteran talent with DOL Veterans’ Employment and Training Service resources!

• Show off your business’s dedication to recruiting, employing, and retaining veterans by applying for the Hire Vets Medallion Award. Last month, more than 800 business owners, entrepreneurs, and employers were recognized for leading the way in veteran employment in 2025. You have until April 30 to submit your application.

• Connect with the Regional Veterans’ Employment Coordinators (RVECs) to grow your veteran workforce! RVECs engage with local, regional, and national employers and connect them with federal, state, and local resources to facilitate veterans’ employment. Contact RVECs in your area today.

• Through our partnership with the Small Business Administration military spouses can participate in a two-hour workshop to help you get started on the path of entrepreneurship. 

• The connects veteran entrepreneurs and business owners with transitioning service members and spouses searching for a meaningful civilian career. Connect with an Employment Navigator at select military installations to hire service members, veterans, and spouses to complete your team.

• American Job Centers help veteran-led businesses grow by connecting you with skilled, work-ready veterans who are trained, supported, and prepared to contribute to your company’s mission from day one.

• Apprenticeship Programs offer business owners and employers the opportunity to train and retain veterans ready to learn, grow, and expand your workforce. Reduce hiring risks, strengthen your talent pipeline, and invest in veterans through a Registered Apprenticeship program.

Employers - Looking for more tools and resources? Find everything you need to take the next step in empowering veterans and strengthening your business. 

Whether you’re launching a business or scaling your workforce, resources are available to help you connect with skilled, mission-ready veterans and through local support and apprenticeship opportunities.

• Transition Employment Assistance for Military Spouses Workshops (TEAMS)

• Employment Navigator & Partnership Program (ENPP)   

• Transition Assistance Program (TAP) 

• Apprenticeships

   

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