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The Home of Veteran-Owned Businesses in Australia

The Veteran Business Community (VBC) helps veteran-owned businesses build capability, expand networks and unlock new opportunities.

Trusted by 500+ Veteran Business Leaders

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Message to Veteran Business Owners

Your service to the nation matters, as does your business.
We are here to support the Veteran entrepreneurs and small business owners be successful, profitable and resilient.
We have walked in your shoes, we understand your journey, we are your community.

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Community

The military experience is unique. Our community is defined by service to the nation.  All services, all ranks, all trades, corps and musters. Reservist / Full time - we are here for you.

Certification

Veteran-owned is a symbol of strength and quality. VBC certification is your brand differentiator to demonstrate your uniqueness. A business built on people of service, character and commitment.

Commerce

We grow strong, profitable businesses. We do this by creating commercial opportunities through 'Veteran Owned' demand from Government, Corporate and internal referral relationships.

The Numbers

VBC is Australia's leading community supporting veteran entrepreneurs to start, grow and scale businesses. Through trusted networks, advisory support and industry connections, we help veteran businesses unlock their next stage of growth.

$3m +

Direct revenue created

VBC strategic introductions lead to deals getting done.

1000+

Veteran Business Network

Veteran Owned businesses working together, supporting each other.

200+

Events and Networking sessions

Professional development, information and networking bringing the community together.

100+

Stories told

The VBC podcast (insert link) continues to share the stories of veteran aspiration, challenges and success.

Our Pillars

How we create revenue opportunities for our businesses.

Veteran Procurement Policies

We believe 'Veteran-owned businesses' deserve a bespoke Procurement Policy at Federal and State Government levels. VBC will continue to fight for 'veteran-owned' access to national and corporate supply chains.

Networking and Referral

Our strategic introduction program links our community members with real time opportunities. Creating connections that lead to direct revenue and collaborations for enduring success.

VBC Alliance

An exclusive 'members only' program where business owners support each other where it matters most - in service delivery. To access Alliance - you must offer something to the community.

Meet Our Members

At VBC, we pride ourselves on delivering support to Veteran Business Community. But don't just take our word for it. Hear what our satisfied users have to say.

Dominic describes VBC as a place where experienced entrepreneurs support each other, challenge each other, and grow together. The biggest value for him was not just the coaching, but the quality of the people in the community.

Dominic Foley

Particular Engineering

Larissa shares that successful veteran entrepreneurs benefit from both strategic business skills and a healthier relationship with money — something that the Veteran Business Community fosters through discussion and shared experiences in its podcast and coaching environment.

Larissa Zimmerman

National Financial Fitness

To Dan, VBC is a trusted community of experienced founders where he gets clarity, guidance, and practical strategies to grow his business. It’s not just networking — it’s a space that helps him make confident decisions and scale effectively.

Dan Fussell

Keltus

For Dave, the VBC is a supportive network of veteran founders where he gains practical guidance, shares experiences, and finds the confidence to grow his business. For him, VBC provides both professional guidance and camaraderie, helping him grow his business with confidence.

Integrated Training and Documentation

David Newdick

Testimonials

I have found this community amazingly supportive and as an accountant, it has put me in touch with some great new clients who are fun to work with. Pete is passionate about connecting ve...

Lisa Cahill

6 months ago

I am really finding valuable the sense of support and comradeship across the community as a whole as we all try and navigate the world of running businesses having also served in the mil...

Dan Exeter

6 months ago

Happy to be a part of VBC. The onboarding process was seamless. I am looking forward to seeing what the future brings having joins the Veterans Business Community. Thank you to Peter ...

Southern Mobile Computers

5 months ago

Being part of the Veteran Business Community has been a game-changer. The collective knowledge, generosity, and experience shared here are second to none. Every conversation adds genuine...

KJ

6 months ago

A great organisation bringing together veteran business owners to collaborate and share knowledge. They also promote veteran businesses within the community providing invaluable support.

Dan Fussell

6 months ago

Joining the Veteran Community Business Chamber has been a great experience in their support of veterans and veteran businesses. They clearly understand the veteran journey, from transiti...

J B

11 months ago

Exceptional Support and Unmatched Community for Veteran Entrepreneurs From the moment I engaged with the Veteran Community Business Chamber, I was met with nothing short of exceptional ...

Richard Matthews

2 years ago

Fantastic initiative that supports veterans in business and beyond. The training provided by the team and connections they have made thus far in the industry are just the beginning. Cant...

Melissa Sirett

2 years ago

We thoroughly enjoy being part of the VCBC Community. The effort that Pete and the team go to to support and amplify the efforts of veteran and veteran family business is exceptional. I...

Adriana Modersitzki

2 years ago

Joining the Veteran Community Business Chamber complements our ongoing support to veteran employment and is a natural fit to engage with like-minded businesses within the veteran communi...

Steven Holloway

a year ago

This is a great community to be a part of, offering genuine support and networking opportunities.

Karin Maddison

6 months ago

Great membership experience! Fantastic weekly Lunch in the Mess with Pete the team and guest speakers who do a really good job presenting insightful and informative topics of how to do b...

J Mod

2 years ago

Helping the Aussie Veteran community start and maintain their small to medium business. Well worth the membership. Gavin, Director, Little Green Workshops

Gavin Webber

a year ago

Wonderful, supportive community. Pete is hands on with creating great opportunities for veteran owned businesses and creating real membership value. Highly recommended!

Sarah Sinclair

2 years ago

An excellent resource for education and networking in the business community. Essential resource for any Veteran Business Owner.

Dominic Foley

6 months ago

Trialing this Veteran business chamber and so far being really educational, informative and obviously networking growth opportunities. Definately worth a look in if you are a Veteran bus...

Tim Webb

2 years ago

The work and advocacy is so supportive to my business and encourage our growth and development.

Sarah Mitchell

10 months ago

Have been a part of VBC ever since we set the business up. Awesome community, must have membership for any Veteran Businesses!

Shannon Lemanski

6 months ago

Great to see Pete and the team driving success for Veterans as business owners, managers and employees.

David Gilmore

a year ago

I have been apart of the community for years now and has been a great source of information and support

Australian Warfighters Coffee

10 months ago

Great grassroots organisation helping veteran owned businesses make connections with big business.

A

2 years ago

If your a Veteran and you have a business get onto the VCBC website the guys are amazing.

Shiralee Roberts

2 years ago

Great supporter of the veteran community and veteran businesses.

Jeremy

2 years ago

Great organisation supporting the Veteran Community

Julian Davis

2 years ago

Great detail with healthy interaction

Lucas McIntyre

2 years ago

Great community!

Mark Skrzypiec

2 years ago

The Veterans Business Community has already been an incredibly valuable network to be part of. It brings together people who genuinely understand service, leadership, resilience, and the...

Toby Frendin

a month ago

Robert Meharg

5 months ago

Mcis Dbc

a year ago

Braeden King

2 years ago

Meet Our People

At VBC, we pride ourselves on delivering support to Veteran Business Community. But don't just take our word for it. Hear what our satisfied users have to say.

Pete Liston

General Manager and Director

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Matthew Moseley

Director

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Chris Moss

Director

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Robynn Fresnido

Operations Manager

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Membership Representative

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Social Media and Engagement Officer

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