Lonnell McCall I Appointed Vice President of National Invest In Veterans Week®; Lonnell McCall II Named Senior Spokesperson
Jeff Shuford Jeff Shuford

Lonnell McCall I Appointed Vice President of National Invest In Veterans Week®; Lonnell McCall II Named Senior Spokesperson

As Vice President, McCall will focus on expanding corporate and governmental partnerships, securing additional legislative support, and developing scalable initiatives to enhance veteran business success. His expertise in project execution, workforce development, and organizational strategy has been further strengthened through his recent completion of Cornell University’s Project Leadership program, a prestigious certification from the Cornell University College of Engineering.

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HarvardX Strong: Leading National Invest In Veterans Week® into a New Era

Excerpt: Harvard Leadership and the Future of Veteran Entrepreneurship

As President & CFO of National Invest In Veterans Week® (NIVW), I have the privilege of leading one of the most impactful veteran entrepreneurship initiatives in the world. My experience at HarvardX’s "Technology Entrepreneurship: Lab to Market" has provided me with a structured framework to scale innovation, financial sustainability, and long-term economic impact.

Harvard Business School’s Professor Karim R. Lakhani and Professor Vish Krishnan emphasized that entrepreneurship isn’t just about ideas—it’s about execution, market fit, and sustainable growth. Their insights have directly influenced how I approach building a scalable, financially strong, and globally recognized NIVW.

With a multi-generational vision, I am ensuring that NIVW’s leadership, economic strategy, and national influence continue to expand. By applying HarvardX methodologies and leveraging institutional partnerships—such as our work with Live Oak Bank, New York Life Investments, and Congressional leaders—NIVW is evolving into a sustainable force for veteran business success.

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Press Release: International Chamber of Veteran Entrepreneurs (ICVE) Uniting Veteran Entrepreneurs Globally Under the National Invest In Veterans Week® Banner

Today, National Invest In Veterans Week® (NIVW), co-founded by Iraq War veteran Jeff Shuford, marks a pivotal moment in veteran entrepreneurship with the launch of the International Chamber of Veteran Entrepreneurs (ICVE). Designed to connect veteran business owners globally, the ICVE builds on NIVW’s extensive collection of veteran-focused domains. This new network will offer unparalleled resources, including mentorship, training, and business support, enabling veterans to access region-specific services that cater to their unique needs.

Additionally, NIVW is expanding its reach with the launch of the first veteran-focused Progressive Web App (PWA) and a globally syndicated magazine, amplifying veteran voices across 40 international markets.

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🫡 Meet the Team

  • LTC Rickey L. Pope USA, Ret.

    CO-FOUNDER | Retired Army Veteran, Retired Firefighter

  • Jim Freeman of The Five Satins

    GRAMMY Hall of Famer | Brand Ambassador

  • Pastor Ron Henson

    Social Impact Advisor | Navy Veteran

  • Jeff Shuford

    CO-FOUNDER | Iraq War Veteran & Military Spouse

  • Drayton Florence

    CO-FOUNDER | NFL Veteran & Military Brat

  • Erik M. Pelton & Associates, PLLC

    Trademark Attorney | Veteran IP Advocate

  • Angel Shuford, REALTOR®, MRP

    Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | Army Veteran

  • CPT Sherman WIlliams, USA, Ret.

    Advisor | Retired Army Veteran

  • Brandon Sugar

    Legacy UX/UI Designer | Army Veteran

  • Mike Bicek

    Creative Director | Army Veteran

  • Private Jewel

    Co-Founders Pup | Biewer Terrier

  • Lonnell McCall I

    Sr. Spokesperson | Retired Navy Veteran

  • Celeste Everett

    Legacy IT Consultant | Army Veteran

  • Lonnell McCall II

    Jr. Spokesperson | Military Brat

  • Christopher B. Mueller

    Lead Video Spokesperson | Veteran Advocate