Veteran Entrepreneurs Drive Economic Resilience as Private Payrolls Rise in Uncertain Market
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Veteran Entrepreneurs Drive Economic Resilience as Private Payrolls Rise in Uncertain Market

The January ADP National Employment Report revealed that private payrolls grew faster than expected, with 183,000 jobs added in January, surpassing the 150,000 projected by economists. However, corporations continue to tighten budgets, implement layoffs, and reduce workforce expansion.

With Angel Shuford now leading the charge, National Invest In Veterans Week® is expanding into six new markets, ensuring that more veteran-owned businesses receive capital, mentorship, and visibility in today’s economy.

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Angel Shuford Appointed President of National Invest In Veterans Week®: A New Era of Veteran Entrepreneurship

In a historic leadership transition, Angel Shuford has been officially appointed as the President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of National Invest In Veterans Week® (NIVW), marking a new era of expansion, economic empowerment, and legacy-building for veteran entrepreneurs.

Her appointment comes as LTC Rickey L. Pope (Ret.), the outgoing President and Co-Founder, steps down after years of distinguished leadership. Under his tenure, NIVW evolved from a grassroots initiative into a congressionally recognized movement dedicated to highlighting the impact of veteran-owned businesses.

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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