Press Release

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   

 

April 12, 2024                                 

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Allen Perk, 614.579.9561
allen.perk@xlnsystems.com    

Regina Rembert, 220.204.0624
info@thinkveteransfirst.org

  

Join Us for the VetOhioExpo on September 5, 2024 at The National Veterans Memorial and Museum!

Brought to You By “Think Veterans First”

Public invited to browse products and services 60+ Veteran-Owned Businesses

 

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)Think Veterans First is hosting their third annual VetOHIOExpo on September 5, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the The National Veterans Memorial and Museum. This event is designed to showcase Veteran-owned businesses to the public to stimulate support of Veteran businesses, entrepreneurs and franchisees.

“We are inviting companies and individuals to support our Veterans by attending the Expo to connect with Veteran businesses that provide a diverse array of services and products,” said Regina Rembert, U.S. Army (Retired), CEO, Think Veterans First. “The event is the largest of its kind in Ohio – by Vets for Vets.”

Veteran Owned and Veteran Friendly Business Owners will showcase their services or products on table-top displays from which they can engage with Expo attendees. 

The VetOHIOExpo also features a variety of speakers, raffles and entertainment during the afternoon.

Allen Perk, Board Chairperson and Regina Rembert, CEO, Think Veterans First will kick off the event promptly at 3:00pm after the National Anthem, and pledge of allegiance.  VIPs are expected to stop by throughout the day to provide short remarks.   

Following is a sampling of support organizations that will attend the Expo:

  • National Veteran Owned Business Association
  • Small Business Administration Group Resources
  • The Economic & Community Development Institute (ECDI)
  • The Veteran Chamber of Commerce
  • Ohio Department of Development, Certification Compliance

“Veteran business owners have served their country with honor and distinction and have returned home to serve others in their communities. They deserve our respect, admiration and support,” said Rembert. 

VetOHIOExpo tickets to attend and support Veteran businesses are FREE and can be purchased on www.vetohioexpo.com or Eventbrite.

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About Think Veterans First

Think Veterans First is a 501(c)(3) organization and our mission is to support, promote and advocate for Veterans. The premise is to encourage individuals to ‘Think Veterans First’ as they make purchasing decisions, employment decisions, veteran health and wellness decisions and many other areas of daily life that impact the veteran community. To learn more visit: www.thinkveteransfirst.org.

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