Empowering Female Veteran Entrepreneurs: Championing the Complete the Mission Act of 2024
The Complete the Mission Act of 2024 addresses critical healthcare challenges faced by female veteran entrepreneurs, ensuring timely access to care and empowering them to thrive as leaders and innovators. By mandating transparency in VA wait times, expanding community care options, and ensuring immediate addiction treatment access, this legislation removes systemic barriers hindering female veterans’ success.
Aligned with impactful programs like FeMil℠ and FeMil Lead℠, it lays the foundation for a holistic support system. By investing in healthcare reform, we unlock the entrepreneurial potential of those who have served our nation.
FeMil℠ and FeMil Lead℠: Redefining Female Veteran Leadership During National Invest In Veterans Week®
FeMil℠ and FeMil Lead℠: Empowering Female Veteran Entrepreneurs During National Invest In Veterans Week®
Female veteran entrepreneurs are transforming the global economy through resilience, innovation, and leadership. Programs like FeMil℠ and FeMil Lead℠, introduced by Angel Shuford during National Invest In Veterans Week® (March 1–7), are breaking systemic barriers for women veterans in business.
FeMil℠ equips early-stage female entrepreneurs with tools to secure funding, build networks, and establish sustainable businesses. FeMil Lead℠ takes this a step further, offering advanced mentorship, leadership training, and growth strategies to help female veterans scale their businesses and dominate their industries.
During National Invest In Veterans Week®, these initiatives shine, advocating for legislative change like the Invest in Veterans Stimulus Act and hosting events that connect veterans with resources and investors. FeMil℠ and FeMil Lead℠ are not just programs—they’re movements redefining female veteran leadership.
Mark Your Calendar: Celebrate on March 6 the birthday of Angel Shuford by joining FeMil℠ and FeMil Lead℠ in honoring and empowering veteran entrepreneurs.
Flashback: Veteran Center Meet & Greet at Fitchburg State
On March 6, 2024, Fitchburg State University’s Veteran Center welcomed veteran students for a heartfelt Meet & Greet event. This special gathering, hosted during National Invest in Veterans Week, showcased the university’s dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for those who have served.
A Call to Action for Legislators
Female veteran entrepreneurs embody resilience, leadership, and adaptability—qualities honed through military service. Despite these strengths, they face systemic challenges that impede their entrepreneurial success. Initiatives like FeMil℠ and FeMil Lead℠, championed by Angel Shuford, Vice President and CFO of National Invest in Veterans Week® (NIVW), aim to bridge these gaps. However, legislative support is crucial to dismantle these barriers effectively.
Empowering Veterans: How to Invest in Their Success
National Invest In Veterans Week® (NIVW), celebrated annually from March 1–7, is a growing movement dedicated to supporting veteran entrepreneurs. Since its inception, NIVW has expanded its reach to 62 global markets and introduced innovative initiatives to empower veterans worldwide.
Driving Innovation and Empowering Veteran Entrepreneurship Across 62 Global Markets
National Invest In Veterans Week® has demonstrated significant growth in both community engagement and digital visibility. Recent analysis highlights key search volume peaks in April and June, alongside an average CPC of $29.77, reflecting its increasing relevance and commercial potential. As a self-funded initiative, these findings showcase opportunities to further expand its organic reach and explore strategies for future scalability. More than just a search trend, the movement embodies a growing commitment to veteran empowerment and its transformative impact.
National Invest In Veterans Week®: Empowering 62 Markets Globally
The expansion of National Invest In Veterans Week® represents a transformative leap in global reach and inclusivity, solidifying its presence across 62 diverse markets. This growth encompasses 14 U.S. state-specific domains, ensuring localized support for American veterans, alongside 29 international country-specific domains, reflecting a commitment to connecting with veterans in key nations worldwide. Additionally, the inclusion of 9 region and organization-specific domains, such as Allied Forces and Commonwealth Nations, underscores a focus on collaborative, multinational veteran communities. The innovative integration of 5 π domains highlights a forward-thinking approach to digital branding, further aligning the initiative with modern technology and global accessibility. This expansion positions National Invest In Veterans Week® as a trailblazer in veteran advocacy, bridging geographic, cultural, and technological boundaries to empower veterans everywhere.
National Invest In Veterans Week Bestows Honorary Title on Jeff Shuford: A Legacy of Service and Symbolic Leadership
National Invest in Veterans Week® Celebrates Passage of Service-Disabled Veteran Opportunities in Small Business Act
As part of this year’s National Invest in Veterans Week® (NIVW) celebrations, Congressman Brian Mast, a long-time advocate for veterans, has proudly announced the unanimous passage of the Service-Disabled Veteran Opportunities in Small Business Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. This landmark legislation, strongly supported by NIVW, aims to provide essential federal guidance for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, driving growth and fostering new opportunities for veteran entrepreneurs.
State Representative Chris Miller Recognizes National Invest In Veterans Week
State Representative Chris Miller proudly acknowledges National Invest In Veterans Week® (March 1-7, 2024), a week dedicated to honoring and supporting businesses owned by military veterans. This national observance is an important opportunity to recognize both aspiring and established veteran entrepreneurs who continue to contribute to the nation's economy after their military service.
NATIONAL INVEST IN VETERANS WEEK STARTS TOMORROW Endorsed by Longtime Supporter Barbara Weltman
National Invest In Veterans Week® (March 1-7, 2024) honors the entrepreneurial achievements of veterans, providing valuable resources and global support. With the continued endorsement of Barbara Weltman, and led by co-founder Jeff Shuford, the initiative has expanded its digital infrastructure to include veteran-focused platforms across the U.S. and internationally, fostering a comprehensive support network for veteran-owned businesses.
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Reiss-Davis Graduate School
“Reiss-Davis Graduate School recognizes National Invest in Veterans Week (March 1-7, 2023). We asked noted veterans advocate and editor-in-chief of the Journal of Veterans Studies, Mariana Grohowski, PhD, to share her thoughts on advancing the cause of veterans and their families.”
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Military Family Research Institute
“The first week of March is National Invest in #Veterans Week, designed to support the efforts of veterans building lives for themselves and their families through their work and businesses.”
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EnergyUnited
“Today marks the final day of Invest In Veterans Week, and we want to take a moment to recognize the important work being done by Purple Heart Homes. Founded in 2008, Purple Heart Homes is a non-profit organization that works to provide housing solutions to veterans and their families who are in need.”
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Cintas Corporation
“It's National Invest in Veterans Week! At Cintas we are proud to be a Top Veteran-Friendly Company and are committed to recruiting military talent. For all the sacrifices they have made, we are dedicated to providing opportunities for Veterans to succeed.”
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Gary/Chicago International Airport
“Happy #NationalInvestInVeteransWeek! Back in November, GYY received the prestigious HIRE Vets Medallion Award, an honor bestowed by the @USDOL for our efforts to create jobs that recruit, employ and retain veterans’ who have served our country!”
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Armed Forces Vacation Club
"#DidYouKnow it's National Invest In Veterans Week? National Invest In Veterans Week is observed every year from March 1 through March 7. This is a week where we support and honor aspiring and established veteran business owners!”
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Columbia Gas of Ohio
“We're proud to support our veterans, and especially those on our team! #InvestinVeteransWeek is a good reminder to invest in veterans after all they've invested in our country.”
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National Academy of Sciences
“#DYK It’s #NationalInvestinVeteransWeek! In this touching #TheScienceBehindIt video, meet Ray, Casey, and Raymond as they share their coming home stories and talk about the challenges facing millions of veterans.”
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Waubonsee Community College
“#Waubonsee is proud to serve those students who have served our country, and we'll do everything we can to streamline the process, start you on the right foot, and support your endeavors every step of the way. #NationalInvestInVeteransWeek”
