The entrepreneurial spirit of female veterans reflects the strength, discipline, and leadership cultivated during their military service. Yet, despite these inherent qualities, female veteran entrepreneurs face systemic challenges that hinder their ability to start, scale, and sustain successful businesses. Angel Shuford, Vice President and CFO of National Invest in Veterans Week® (NIVW), has championed initiatives like FeMil℠ and FeMil Lead℠ to bridge these gaps. Drawing from her vision and experience, Angel’s lessons emphasize resilience, adaptability, and the power of mentorship in transforming entrepreneurial challenges into opportunities.