Veterans Council Meeting

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Veterans Council Meeting

In-person meeting.

Thursday, September 21, 2023

9:00-10:30 AM

At the Prince William Chamber of Commerce

Featured Speakers:

Donnell E. Johns Sr.

Founder of Veterans Growing America

&

DAVID QUIMBY 

COMMANDER OF POST 10 OF THE AMERICAN LEGION

Founder of Veterans Growing America

Donnell E. Johns Sr., Command Sergeant Major U.S. Army Retired, Founder of Veterans Growing America, is a passionate advocate for veteran-owned businesses. With his unwavering commitment to supporting military-connected small businesses, he serves as a community builder and connector, bridging the gap between veterans and valuable business, education, and employment resources. Leveraging his extensive 26 years of military service and leadership experience, he ignites the passion, purpose, and prosperity of these businesses, resulting in the success of numerous organizations.

As the founder of Veterans Growing America, he successfully supported over 2357 military-connected business owners, generating over $1,700,000 in sales, and hosted over 75 events in our business incubator.

Donnell served as the Command Sergeant Major of Recruiting for 2 States, leading them to the top 5 of 50 States and Territories. He also served as the 1st Army National Guard G1 Sergeant Major and was recognized for improving the readiness of the Army National Guard by 30% in less than 6 months.

Veterans Growing America provides a forum for veterans and military spouses to showcase and grow their businesses. Partnering with local, state, and federal veteran organizations to increase their brand awareness. We conduct local events, and marketing programs to increase engagement with the veteran business community. A national movement that helps veteran businesses get the resources and support needed to succeed.

Also speaking

DAVID QUIMBY, COMMANDER OF POST 10 OF THE AMERICAN LEGION

Please note our additional speaker, Melissa, Is unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances

Thank you to our council sponsor!