Honors federal agencies & large prime contractors that are driving meaningful growth for Veteran-owned businesses through contracting opportunities. This award recognizes organizations that go beyond requirements by actively expanding access, increasing spend, and creating pathways for SD/VOSB’s to succeed.

• Hall of Fame: Sustained excellence – meeting SD/VOSB goals for 5 consecutive years
• Champions: Achieved SD/VOSB goals in the most recent fiscal year
• Rising Stars: Demonstrated growth by increasing SD/VOSB contract spend since previous fiscal year

Recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond to champion Veteran-owned businesses and advocate for their success.

These advocates are the connectors, influencers, and leaders who actively create opportunities and remove barriers across the federal and business landscape.

Awarded in these categories:

• Individual Federal Representative
• Individual Large Prime Contractor
• Individual Service Provider

Celebrates a Veteran entrepreneur who exemplifies leadership, service, and sustained impact.

This award honors a business owner who not only operates a successful company, but also:

• Creates meaningful employment opportunities for Veterans
• Gives back to the Veteran community in substantial and lasting ways

Recognizes a VOSB or SDVOSB who demonstrated exemplary “Best Practices” in the federal government with a successful track record and a commitment to strengthening Veteran-owned businesses within the community.

Honors an outstanding employee of a VOSB or SDVOSB whose contributions have made a significant impact.

This award celebrates individuals who:

• Drive meaningful results within their organization
• Demonstrate dedication to the SD/VOSB community
• Helps elevate their company’s mission and success