Military Veteran Startups Conference (MVS)
Context Ventures (military-veteran VC)
Eligibility
Military veteran entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders. Ticketed conference, no application required to attend. Pitch competition slots are competitive.
Award
Access to VCs actively investing in veteran-led startups + pitch competition hosted by PenFed Foundation + Military Veteran Startup Founder & Pioneer Award
Deadlines
Annual conference · February 2027 (watch milvetstartups.com)
Editor's take
5th annual (MVS26) ran Feb 11-12, 2026 at Marines Memorial Club, San Francisco. 10times lists Feb 2027 as next. Sources: Greenberg Traurig event recap and milvetstartups.com.
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