News Article

• July 12th, 2026

Five VIP Community Leaders Named to the Inaugural 50 Women to KNOW in Washington, D.C.

Five members of the Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP) community have been named to the inaugural 50 Women to KNOW in Washington, D.C., an honor recognizing outstanding leaders making a measurable impact across industries in the region.

The KNOW organization created this list to spotlight dynamic women shaping industries and communities in, the D.C. Metropolitan area.

Recognition as one of the 50 Women to KNOW in Washington, D.C. highlights the exceptional leadership throughout the Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP) community. Through the program's no-cost entrepreneurship training, networking, and access to business resources, VIP helps Veteran-owned small businesses grow, compete, and succeed in both federal and corporate contracting.

We are honored to celebrate these five women and look forward to their continued impact as leaders, mentors, and advocates for the Veteran entrepreneur community.

Read their inspiring stories and hear how these outstanding women are making an impact.