2026 WVCC Business Conference

Description

The WVCC is now recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

What this means for HR professionals and employers:

• You can earn SHRM PDCs while gaining practical, employer-ready strategies to recruit, develop, and retain veteran talent.
• Our programming is designed to align with the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (SHRM BASK) and support real-world implementation.

What’s our WHY in 2026? 

The WVCC Veteran Business Conference advances support for the military community while offering organizations a strategic platform to engage directly with veteran and military-connected business audiences. Engagement with this diverse constituency—including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and community stakeholders—enhances organizational reputation. It cultivates goodwill and brand loyalty, and facilitates access to new clients, strategic partnerships, government contracting opportunities, and long-term business growth.   

Our Thoughts This Year

 The 2026 WVCC Business Conference will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, veterans, community partners, and industry experts for a day of insight, collaboration, and networking. This conference is designed to:

• Highlight key business topics impacting Wisconsin 

• Showcase veteran & community business leaders 

• Create meaningful networking opportunities 

• Provide sponsors with high-visibility engagement 

Participants will have the flexibility to attend presentations of their choice while utilizing a dedicated Networking Lounge to build connections and discuss opportunities throughout the day. In addition to the main presentations, four concurrent breakout sessions will be available for attendees to participate in throughout the day.