The Conference for Scaling Veteran and Military Spouse Businesses
Join hundreds of veteran and military spouse business leaders in Dallas this March for three days of strategy, networking, and partnering to win at Veteran EDGE, the premier business growth conference for military-connected entrepreneurs. While most programs help you launch, Veteran EDGE exists for what comes next: scaling smarter, faster, and stronger.
Veteran EDGE 2026
March 4-6 | Dallas, TX
Because scaling a business isn’t guesswork. It’s strategy, execution, and the right network.
Veteran EDGE is designed for entrepreneurs leading established companies earning at least $100K+ in annual revenue, with preference given to those generating $500K and above, who are ready to grow, pivot, or expand into new market.
Veteran EDGE isn’t another conference; it’s a growth accelerator in action. For three days, you’ll be immersed in hard-hitting strategy, insider industry insights, and curated networking that drives results. From the high-energy keynotes to the Business Showcase and one-on-one coaching with experts, every moment is engineered to spark opportunities that turn into deals, partnerships, and revenue.
$1.04 Billion
Total participant revenue (2025)
$3.6 Million
Average company revenue
$60+ Million
Deals, contracts, and partnerships established directly through EDGE
47 States
Represented by attending businesses (2025)
Veteran EDGE is the official stage for the annual Vet100 Dinner & Awards, presented in partnership with Inc. Business Media and powered by Fiserv.
Vet100 recognizes the 100 fastest-growing veteran- and military-spouse-owned businesses in America, spotlighting entrepreneurs who are leading industries nationwide. This event is more than an awards dinner. It is a celebration and a networking hub for top-performing military-connected companies.
Participants (ten total) will be nominated to participate in a series of activities and workshops to assess the barriers confronting their business and best prepare them to leverage the resources of the conference. They will be eligible to apply for up to $10,000 in grant funding for their company!
Veteran EDGE brings together high-performing veteran and military-connected entrepreneurs leading established companies. Businesses earning $100K+ in annual revenue are encouraged to apply, with preference given to those generating $500K and above.
A three-day business growth conference designed exclusively for veteran- and spouse-owned companies. Your registration fee includes three nights of lodging, full access to all sessions and networking events, and most meals during the event.
Because launching is only the beginning, scaling is your next challenge. Veteran EDGE was created to fill the gap with advanced workshops, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities led by industry experts and national partners including Walmart, JPMorgan Chase, Fiserv, Wells Fargo, Department of War, NVSBC, and more.
Veteran EDGE meets once a year for three days in March.
Dallas, TX
Corporate, government, and philanthropic partners connect directly with high-growth business owners at EDGE who are scaling, hiring, and shaping the future of the U.S. economy. Your partnership fuels access to education, conversations, capital, mentorship, procurement opportunities, and measurable impact across the veteran entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Learn how your organization can support EDGE 2026 through sponsorship, collaboration, or thought leadership opportunities.
Participants must be business owners in operation for at least one year with annual revenues of $100,000 or more (with preference for those exceeding $500,000). They must also be either a veteran with an honorable discharge or a military spouse/partner.
Veteran EDGE is a three-day, in-person business growth conference designed to help veteran and military spouse entrepreneur’s scale. The registration fee includes full access to sessions, workshops, and networking events, plus three nights of lodging and most meals.
Veteran EDGE is held annually in March.
The conference takes place in Dallas, Texas.
While there are many programs to help launch a business, very few focus on scaling. EDGE fills that gap by providing strategies, resources, and connections to accelerate growth. The conference features breakout sessions, workshops, networking opportunities, and keynotes from leaders at organizations like JPMorgan Chase, Fiserv, the U.S. Department of War, and the National Veteran Small Business Coalition.
Yes, though the registration fee is required each time.
No. Anyone who meets the eligibility requirements may apply.
The registration fee covers conference access, three nights of lodging, and most meals and non-alcoholic beverages. Participants are responsible for their own travel.
The conference brings together 400+ attendees, including participants, corporate partners, resource providers, instructors, and other key stakeholders.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis to ensure eligibility. Businesses with revenues over $500,000 are preferred until capacity is reached.
No, IVMF does not directly invest capital. However, alumni businesses gain access to ongoing support, resources, and visibility through initiatives like the IVMF Buy Military Shopping Guide.
You must be either a military veteran with an honorable discharge or a military spouse/partner.
Yes, as long as you now meet the eligibility requirements.
