FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

National Invest In Veterans Week® 2023, a week-long celebration dedicated to promoting veteran entrepreneurship, employment, education, social impact, and advocacy, has recognized outstanding individuals and organizations for their significant contributions and impact in these areas.

The awards were presented during National Invest In Veterans Week®, which took place from March 6 to March 12, 2023. The awardees were recognized for their unwavering support of veteran entrepreneurship, raising awareness about the issues affecting veteran employment, outstanding success, innovation, and impact in their industry, commitment to empowering veterans through education, training, and other support services, significant social impact through their programs and initiatives, dynamic social media content advocating for and promoting the well-being and success of veterans, and consistent and effective advocacy for veterans' issues and needs.

The awardees are as follows:

• Champion of Veterans Entrepreneurship Award: Governor Greg Gianforte

• Trailblazer in Veteran Hiring Award: Bruce Thompson

• Veterans in Business Excellence Award: JDog Brands

• Empowerment Through Education Award: Action Zone Tampa

• Social Impact Action of the Week Award: A&A All The Way Foundation

• Social Media Influencer of the Week Award: EnergyUnited

• Veteran Advocate of the Week Award: Dana Nessel, Michigan Attorney General

"These awards reflect the significant contributions of individuals and organizations to the veteran business community and their ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering veterans," said Lonnell McCall, Director of Advocacy for National Invest In Veterans Week®." National Invest In Veterans Week® continues to celebrate these achievements and inspire others to join the movement towards a more inclusive and supportive community for veterans."

National Invest In Veterans Week® 2023 was a remarkable success, with events and activities that helped aspiring veteran business owners gain valuable insights, network with other entrepreneurs, and access the resources they need to grow their businesses. It was an inspiring demonstration of the power of community and collaboration, and it serves as a shining example of how we can all work together to support our nation's veterans and their families.

2023 Awardees Bios:

Governor Greg Gianforte was awarded the Champion of Veterans Entrepreneurship Award for his unwavering support of veteran entrepreneurship. His advocacy for policies and initiatives that promote small business ownership and economic empowerment has been a driving force behind the success of many veteran-owned businesses.

Bruce Thompson was awarded the Trailblazer in Veteran Hiring Award for his work in raising awareness about the issues affecting veteran employment and providing resources to help veterans manage these issues. His efforts have inspired many to follow in his footsteps and create more opportunities for veterans in the workforce.

JDog Brands was awarded the Veterans in Business Excellence Award for their outstanding success, innovation, and impact in their industry. As a veteran-owned business, JDog Brands has inspired and empowered other veterans to pursue entrepreneurship, making a significant contribution to the veteran business community.

Action Zone Tampa was awarded the Empowerment Through Education Award for their commitment to empowering veterans through education, training, and other support services. Their efforts have helped veterans transition into civilian life and achieve their goals, making a positive impact on their lives and their communities.

A&A All The Way Foundation was awarded the Social Impact Action of the Week Award for their significant social impact through their programs and initiatives. This civilian-led organization has created positive change in the veteran business community and beyond, inspiring others to follow their lead.

EnergyUnited was awarded the Social Media Influencer of the Week Award for their dynamic social media content advocating for and promoting the well-being and success of veterans. Their efforts have inspired and empowered others to support and uplift veterans, creating a more positive and inclusive community.

Dana Nessel, Michigan Attorney General, was awarded the Veteran Advocate of the Week Award for her consistent and effective advocacy for veterans' issues and needs. Her efforts have made a significant impact on improving the lives of veterans and their families, and she has been a longtime supporter of National Invest in Veterans Week®.

These awards reflect the significant contributions of individuals and organizations to the veteran business community and their ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering veterans. National Invest in Veterans Week® continues to celebrate these achievements and inspire others to join the movement towards a more inclusive and supportive community for veterans.

National Invest In Veterans Week® 2023 was a remarkable success, with events and activities that helped aspiring veteran business owners gain valuable insights, network with other entrepreneurs, and access the resources they need to grow their businesses. It was an inspiring demonstration of the power of community and collaboration, and it serves as a shining example of how we can all work together to support our nation's veterans and their families.

For more information on National Invest In Veterans Week® 2023 and how you can get involved, visit the official website at www.investinveteransweek.com.