Empowering Those Who Served
The Minnesota Veteran Chamber of Commerce connects, supports, and amplifies veteran-owned businesses across Minnesota and beyond. From access to capital to federal contracting — we fight for your success the way you fought for our freedom.
Member Businesses
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From startup to scale-up, we provide the resources, connections, and advocacy veteran entrepreneurs need to thrive.
Navigate SBA loans, veteran-specific grants, angel investors, and federal contracting set-asides with our expert guidance and lender network.
Monthly mixers, peer roundtables, and an elite member directory connect you with fellow veteran entrepreneurs and strategic allies.
We lobby at the state and federal level for veteran business protections, set-aside reforms, and programs that put veterans first.
Get discovered. Reach thousands of consumers and corporations actively seeking to support verified veteran-owned businesses.
Bootcamps, workshops, and online courses covering financial literacy, federal contracting, marketing, HR, and business operations.
Certification guidance, proposal support, and connections to prime contractors to help you capture federal and state contracts.
Browse our growing directory of verified veteran-owned businesses across all industries.
Construction & Trades
Full-service commercial and residential contractor specializing in federal facility projects and infrastructure.
U.S. Marine Corps, 12 yrs
Technology & IT
Cybersecurity and cloud infrastructure services with DoD clearance and federal contract experience.
U.S. Army Signal Corps, 8 yrs
Agriculture & Food
Sustainable farm-to-table supplier with USDA certifications serving restaurants, hospitals, and schools.
U.S. Army, 10 yrs
Networking events, funding workshops, advocacy briefings, and more — built for veteran entrepreneurs.
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Monthly networking happy hour connecting veteran entrepreneurs with investors, mentors, and peers.
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Step-by-step guidance on SBA 7(a) loans, Patriot Express, and veteran grant applications with live Q&A.
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Join fellow veteran business owners in Washington D.C. to advocate for SDVOSB set-aside reforms.
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Learn how to register on SAM.gov, obtain SDVOSB certification, and win your first federal contract.
We actively lobby for veteran business policies at the state and federal level. Help us fight for expanded set-asides, tax credits for veteran employers, and stronger SDVOSB protections. Together, we are unstoppable.
Explore expert perspectives, industry trends, and actionable strategies and actionable designed to help your business grow smarter and faster.
In a landmark partnership with the SBA and three Minnesota-based foundations, the Minnesota Veteran Chamber of Commerce will distribute micro-grants to 150
Navigate VA programs, vocational rehabilitation for entrepreneurs, and federal hiring preferences.
Free legal templates, SDVOSB certification steps, and pro-bono attorney referrals for members.
One-on-one mentoring with successful veteran entrepreneurs and retired corporate executives.
On-demand video courses, downloadable guides, and live bootcamps — all veteran-focused.
Directory listing, newsletter, events access
All Basic + mentoring, grants, advocacy priority
Corporate partner, supplier diversity, branding