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  • March 25th, 2026

Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP) graduates share their journeys from military service to successful Veteran-owned businesses in VA OSDBU’s Vets First Voices series.

We are proud to announce that VIP graduates were selected to share their stories on Vets First Voices, a distinguished interview series hosted by Chanel Bankston-Carter, Executive Director of the VA Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU).

This recognition highlights the continued impact of VIP graduates in the Veteran entrepreneurship and Veteran-owned small business community. Through their leadership, innovation, and determination, these Veteran entrepreneurs demonstrate the powerful transition from military service to successful business ownership.

Vets First Voices showcases the remarkable journeys of Veterans who have successfully transitioned into entrepreneurship. The series features candid conversations that explore the challenges, pivotal moments, and successes that shape Veteran-owned businesses.

These stories provide valuable insight for Veterans pursuing entrepreneurship, as well as organizations committed to supporting Veteran business development and government contracting opportunities.

We invite you to watch their interviews and hear directly from these outstanding Veteran entrepreneurs. Their experiences highlight the determination and perseverance that define the VIP community and provide encouragement for all Veterans pursuing business success.

Episode 1

Featuring: Brian Flood, the CEO of DecisionPoint Corporation.

Episode 2

Featuring: Diedre Windsor, the CEO and owner of Windsor Group LLC.

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