National Veteran Small Business Coalition’s Annual VETS26 Conference Comes To New Orleans
Connecting Business Leaders with Federal Contracting Opportunities
WHAT:
The VETS26 Conference is considered the nation’s premier annual small business event focused exclusively on business growth with the Federal Government – the world’s largest buyer of goods and services. Hosted each year by the National Veteran Small Business Coalition (NVSBC), this unique business conference convenes decision-makers from federal agencies, large prime contractors, and potential teaming partners. The entire focus is on facilitating new contract opportunities for small, medium, and veteran-owned businesses. The conference also includes an extensive educational component designed to guide new and growing businesses entering the federal contracting sector.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Key leaders from federal agencies and top industries providing insights and trends regarding business opportunities
- Interactive learning, training, and business networking sessions
- Exhibit hall featuring 200+ vendors and teaming partners
WHEN:
June 1–4, 2026
WHERE:
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70113
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Owners and leaders from Veteran-owned small businesses, federal procurement officials, industry partners, and anyone interested in veteran entrepreneurship and business development.
MEDIA CONTACT:
For more information, please contact:
National Veteran Small Business Coalition (NVSBC): Lauren Masters - lauren.masters@nvsbc.org
New Orleans & Company:
Kelly Schulz – kschulz@neworleans.com , (504) 421 - 0962
Rhonda Cook – rcook@neworleans.com , (504) 616 - 6161