Governor Lee Announces Launch of “Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Recognition Program”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Veterans Services Commissioner Tommy Baker announced the launch of the Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Program. This initiative aims to recognize Tennessee businesses that demonstrate exceptional commitment to recruiting, hiring, and retaining service members, Veterans, and their families.

“The Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Recognition Program reinforces our state’s commitment to being the best place in the nation for Veterans to live, work, and raise a family,” said Gov. Bill Lee. “This initiative not only honors their service, but connects Tennessee employers with highly skilled individuals, driving economic opportunity across the Volunteer state.”

GOVERNOR LEE’S VIDEO ANNOUNCEMENT: https://youtu.be/CfuaIelIDyI

The program will utilize a three-tier system – Bronze, Silver, and Gold – to recognize businesses based on their level of commitment and support to the Veteran community.

“I am filled with immense pride as we introduce the Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Recognition Program. The program’s primary focus is to recognize Tennessee businesses that go above and beyond in their efforts to Recruit, Hire, and Retain service members, Veterans, and their families,” said Commissioner Tommy Baker.

Participating businesses will benefit from:

• Public recognition of your commitment

• Recognition on the Department of Veterans Services website

• Enhanced recruitment opportunities

• Demonstrated community engagement

• Access to a skilled workforce with proven leadership experience

The program also offers public recognition through official certificates, window decals, and digital badges, with additional benefits based on the achieved recognition tier.

Applications for the Tennessee Veteran Ready Business Recognition Program will be accepted from July 01, 2024, through October 01, 2024. Interested businesses can apply by visiting www.tn.gov/veteran/VRBP.

For more information, businesses, community organizations, and chambers of commerce are encouraged to email the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services at [email protected].