VETERANS IN BUSINESS (VIB) NETWORK TO CHAMPION OPPORTUNITIES FOR VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES ON CAPITOL HILL THIS MONTH

SAN DIEGO, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Veterans In Business (VIB) Network, a nonprofit that advocates for Veteran-owned businesses, will make its mark in Washington, D.C. later this month with VIB Express Connect and VIB On The Hill. The two-day event will empower attendees to network and to meet with lawmakers firsthand – all to ensure the success of Veteran-owned small businesses nationwide.

"It is more important than ever that Veteran business owners and lawmakers rally together and support each other in today's competitive business landscape," said CEO of the Veterans In Business Network Rebecca Aguilera-Gardiner.

On Thursday April 24^th, VIB Express Connect, will partner Veteran entrepreneurs with key buyers and procurement professionals from corporations, government agencies and federal contractors. The day will be jam-packed with informative panels, speakers, tactical networking and a reception that will enable businesses to connect with corporate and government agencies.

On Friday, April 25^th, VIB On The Hill will welcome attendees to share insights with D.C. leaders on Capitol Hill on how lawmakers can support Veteran business owners in creating government contracts, Veteran certification, and new opportunities for growth.

"We hope that these events will continue to inspire our Veteran members to see the many possible ways they can grow their businesses," said Aguilera-Gardiner. "We founded this organization with this mission in mind and nine years late, we're doing just that."

VIB Network Events in Washington, D.C.

Thursday, April 24, 2025, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST
VIB Express Connect 
Fannie Mae Office at 1100 15th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20005

Friday, April 25, 2025, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST
VIB On The Hill
Capital Hilton at 1001 16th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20036

For those interested in learning more and registering for the VIB Network events in Washington, D.C., visit www.VIBExpressConnect.com. Registration is on a first come first served basis. To learn more about the organization, please visit https://www.vibnetwork.org.  Registration is a must.

About The Veterans In Business (VIB) Network
The Veterans In Business (VIB) Network is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that advocates for all Veteran Businesses including SDVOSBs and DVBEs. We help Veteran businesses build connections between Corporations, Government Agencies, and Prime Contractors looking to create partnerships for contracting opportunities. We believe all Veterans in Business can succeed together.

SOURCE Veterans In Business (VIB) Network