National Invest In Veterans Week® Market Reach and Demographic Report
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National Invest In Veterans Week® Market Reach and Demographic Report

National Invest In Veterans Week®: Empowering 4.4 Million U.S. Veterans

National Invest In Veterans Week® (NIVW) connects 4.4 million veterans across 14 U.S. states with resources, funding, and mentorship to foster economic growth and innovation. Through state-specific platforms like FloridaVeterans.com and PennsylvaniaVeterans.com, NIVW serves veterans in high-impact regions, including 1.4 million veterans in Florida and 731,400 in Pennsylvania.

With veteran-owned businesses generating $1.2 trillion annually, NIVW is driving a 25% projected increase in veteran-led startups by 2030 while creating 1.5 million new jobs. These initiatives, coupled with the innovative π (Pledge to Invest) = Veteran Businesses℠ platform, ensure veterans thrive in transformative industries like AI, renewable energy, and cybersecurity.

Explore how NIVW is transforming veteran entrepreneurship: National Invest In Veterans Week®.

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How Veterans Day Inclusivity and Entrepreneurship Are Shaping the Future: Honoring Veterans Through Innovation and Global Recognition

See how Veterans Day inclusivity and entrepreneurship are transforming the future of veteran empowerment. Learn about the global movement of International Veterans Day and how leaders like Jeff Shuford are using innovative technology to support veteran-owned businesses. Join the conversation with #HonorOurVets and explore initiatives that amplify veterans' voices and promote inclusivity in entrepreneurship.

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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