Elaine Taylor, NVBDC Executive Director
Veteran-owned businesses will have the opportunity to connect directly with General Motors during NVBDC’s Mission: POSSIBLE National Conference, Oct 4–6, 2026.
General Motors joining us in Detroit represents exactly what Mission: POSSIBLE is about, creating direct access between qualified veteran-owned businesses and major corporations”— Elaine Taylor, Executive DirectorTROY, MI, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — NVBDC has confirmed that General Motors is set to take part in the 2026 NVBDC National Conference, scheduled for October 4–6, 2026, at Detroit’s MotorCity Casino Hotel.
Operating under the theme Mission: POSSIBLE, this year’s three-day gathering will unite veteran-owned businesses, corporate procurement experts, supplier diversity leaders, and key business decision-makers from across the country. The event focuses on fostering connections, enhancing procurement readiness, and unlocking fresh business prospects.
General Motors’ involvement offers veteran-owned firms a valuable chance to interact directly with representatives from one of the globe’s top automotive manufacturers, gain insight into possible supplier openings, and understand how their services might match GM’s procurement and supply chain requirements.
“General Motors joining us in Detroit represents exactly what Mission: POSSIBLE is about, creating direct access between qualified veteran-owned businesses and major corporations,” said Elaine M. Taylor, Executive Director of NVBDC. “These relationships can open doors, create opportunities, and help veteran entrepreneurs better understand what it takes to compete within complex corporate supply chains.”
The 2026 NVBDC National Conference will feature one-on-one matchmaking, networking sessions, educational workshops, expert-led panels, breakout discussions, a Veteran Marketplace, and direct interaction with corporate procurement representatives and decision-makers.
Veteran-owned businesses attending the conference are advised to come ready to present their companies, articulate their capabilities, and seize the opportunity to engage with General Motors and other participating corporations.
The involvement of major organizations like General Motors underscores NVBDC’s ongoing dedication to helping certified veteran-owned businesses move beyond certification toward meaningful partnerships, procurement opportunities, and lasting growth.
Through NVBDC 3.0 and Mission: POSSIBLE, NVBDC is building an environment where veteran entrepreneurs can secure better access to corporate decision-makers, improve their business readiness, and position themselves to compete for opportunities throughout the private sector.
Register for the 2026 NVBDC National Conference
Veteran business owners aiming to expand their corporate ties, strengthen procurement readiness, and connect directly with organizations such as General Motors are encouraged to register.
2026 NVBDC National Conference – Mission: POSSIBLE
October 4–6, 2026
MotorCity Casino Hotel | Detroit, Michigan
Visit NVBDC.org for conference information and registration.
About General Motors
General Motors is a global automotive company headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, with a portfolio of brands and operations serving customers around the world. GM continues to invest in advanced manufacturing, technology, mobility, and the future of transportation while working with a broad network of suppliers and business partners.
About NVBDC
The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) is a nationally recognized third-party certification organization for veteran-owned businesses. NVBDC connects certified Veteran-Owned Businesses with corporations and organizations committed to identifying and engaging qualified veteran suppliers.
Through certification, education, procurement readiness, corporate engagement, and national events such as the NVBDC National Conference, NVBDC helps veteran entrepreneurs build relationships, compete for opportunities, and grow sustainable businesses.
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