Veteran EDGE

Veteran EDGE is held annually in Dallas, Texas, typically in the spring. Exact dates and venue details are announced during each application cycle.

Veteran EDGE is designed for veteran and military spouse business owners operating established companies with at least one year in business and annual revenue of $100,000 or more. Preference is typically given to businesses generating more than $500,000 in annual revenue.

While there are many programs to help launch a business, very few focus on growing and 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.

The registration fee includes conference access, three nights of lodging, and most meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the event. Participants are responsible for their own travel expenses.

Veteran EDGE brings together more than 400 attendees, including military-connected entrepreneurs, corporate partners, investors, resource providers, speakers, and industry leaders.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis to confirm eligibility and assess business stage alignment. Because space is limited, preference is generally given to businesses demonstrating strong growth potential and established revenue performance.

Yes. We encourage eligible entrepreneurs to reapply as their businesses grow and evolve. Many participants are accepted after strengthening their business revenue, operational maturity, or growth readiness.

Veteran EDGE welcomes entrepreneurs from a wide range of industries, including technology, professional services, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, construction, logistics, consumer products, and more.

Veteran EDGE is designed primarily for established businesses focused on growth and scaling. Entrepreneurs who are still developing an idea or launching a business may be better aligned with other IVMF entrepreneurship programs.

Participants can expect a highly interactive experience that includes keynote sessions, tactical workshops, peer-to-peer learning, networking opportunities, mentor access, and direct engagement with corporate and ecosystem partners.

Yes. Veteran EDGE is intentionally designed to create meaningful connections between entrepreneurs, corporate partners, investors, resource providers, and fellow founders.