Veteran-Ready Business Recognition Tri-Cities Breakfast Symposium

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Unlock the Power of Veteran Talent: Join the Tri-Cities VRBR Symposium
The Tennessee Department of Veterans Services invites business leaders, HR professionals, and community champions to attend the Veteran Ready Business Recognition (VRBR) Breakfast Symposium on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, in Kingsport, TN. An exciting, high-impact event designed to help you tap into one of the most valuable, yet underutilized, talent pools in the workforce: service members, Veterans, and their families (SMVF), this free, one-day event is more than just a symposium, it's your gateway to workforce innovation, community leadership, and bottom-line results.

Why Attend?
✅ Gain a Competitive Edge
Learn how businesses across Tennessee are boosting retention, performance, and culture by hiring Veterans and SMVF talent.
✅ Actionable Tools & Resources
Walk away with ready-to-implement strategies, free resources, and insights to strengthen your workforce.
✅ Real Stories. Real Results.
Hear directly from a panel of successful employers who are using Veteran hiring as a business advantage—and see how you can, too.
✅ Build Your Brand
Veteran Ready businesses attract loyal customers and employees who value purpose, service, and integrity. Event Details:
🗓 Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. (EST)
📍 Location: Kingsport Chamber of Commerce Eastman Boardroom | 400 Clinchfield Street, Kingsport, TN 37660 About the VRBR Program:
The Veteran Ready Business Recognition (VRBR) Program is a no-cost initiative that honors Tennessee businesses committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining SMVF talent. Open to all Tennessee-based businesses (not just Veteran-owned) this program is about impact, innovation, and inclusion.
The program features three levels of recognition:

• BRONZE: Acknowledges Veteran-friendly hiring
• SILVER: Honors enhanced onboarding and support
• GOLD: Recognizes statewide leadership and community impact

Why It Matters to Your Business:
⭐ Stronger Workforce – Veterans bring discipline, leadership, and adaptability to the table
⭐ Higher Retention – Businesses that invest in SMVF see lower turnover and higher loyalty
⭐ Customer Loyalty – Consumers actively support businesses that support Veterans
⭐ Community Recognition – Position your brand as a leader in civic and workforce responsibility Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore best practices, and join a growing network of Tennessee businesses committed to making a difference.
🔗 Learn more and register today: www.tn.gov/veteran
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Let’s turn appreciation into action. Join us on October 7 and take your business from Veteran Friendly to Veteran Ready.