We're Live
Veteran Owned USA is officially open — a free, national directory of veteran-owned businesses, starting right here in North Carolina and growing nationwide.
This isn't a corporate project. It was built by a veteran, for veterans, because the resources and visibility that veteran entrepreneurs deserve simply didn't exist in one place.
The Mission
Veterans transition out of the military and into a civilian world that doesn't always know what to do with them. The discipline, leadership, and mission focus they built in uniform are assets — but they often go unrecognized.
When veterans start businesses, they bring those same qualities to everything they build. Every veteran-owned business is a testament to resilience, service, and commitment.
Our mission is simple: make those businesses impossible to miss.
Why North Carolina First?
North Carolina is home to some of the most significant military installations in the country — Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, and more. Tens of thousands of veterans make their homes here after service.
It was the right place to start. But we're not stopping here.
What You Can Do Right Now
If you're a veteran business owner:
List your business for free. No cost, no catch — ever. Go to veteranownedusa.com/listings/new.
If you're a supporter:
Browse the directory and spend a dollar with a veteran-owned business. Share the directory with someone who would use it.
If you're a veteran looking for resources:
This blog exists for you. We'll be publishing guides on VA benefits, transition, PTSD, federal resumes, and everything in between.
What's Coming
- Verified VOSB and SDVOSB badges
- State-by-state resource guides
- Veteran business spotlights and interviews
- Federal contracting resources for veteran-owned small businesses
- Map-based search for local veteran businesses
We're just getting started. Thank you for being here.
— The Veteran Owned USA Team