The “National Invest In Veterans Week® Best Of” Awards recognize individuals and organizations that demonstrated
exceptional leadership, innovation, and measurable impact in strengthening veteran opportunity and outcomes.
Recognizes a supporter or legislator who championed veteran entrepreneurship through policies and initiatives
that promote small business ownership and economic empowerment.
Trailblazer in Veteran Hiring Award
Bruce Thompson
Recognizes an individual or organization advancing veteran employment awareness and delivering resources that
help veterans navigate transition and long-term career stability.
Veterans in Business Excellence Award
JDog Brands
Recognizes a veteran-owned business demonstrating exceptional performance, innovation, and industry impact while
inspiring veteran entrepreneurship.
Empowerment Through Education Award
Action Zone Tampa
Recognizes an educational resource empowering veterans through training, transition support, and skill-building
pathways that expand civilian opportunity.
Social Impact Action of the Week Award
A&A All The Way Foundation
Recognizes a civilian-led organization creating meaningful social impact through programs and initiatives that
strengthen veteran communities and outcomes.
Social Media Influencer of the Week Award
EnergyUnited
Recognizes a brand leveraging high-impact digital content to advocate for veterans and amplify the visibility,
well-being, and success of the veteran community.
Veteran Advocate of the Week Award
Dana Nessel, Michigan Attorney General
Recognizes a longtime National Invest In Veterans Week® supporter or public leader with a consistent record of
effective advocacy improving the lives of veterans and military families.
