Veteran Owned Business Certification

Texas Certification Directory™ enables business owners to give purchasing managers, contractors, lenders, customers, and others business partners evidence that their business is owned by one of more veterans1 and is registered with Veteran Owned Business Certification.

Requirements for Veteran Owned Business Certification

  • 51% or more of the ownership interest in the company must be by a current or former member or group of former or current members of one or more the following service brances:
    • U.S. Army
    • U.S. Army Reserve
    • Army National Guard of the United States
    • U.S. Marine Corps
    • U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
    • U.S. Navy
    • U.S. Navy Reserve
    • U.S. Air Force
    • U.S. Air Force Reserve
    • Air National Guard of the United States
    • U.S. Coast Guard
    • U.S. Coast Guard Reserve
    • Texas Army National Guard
    • Texas Air National Guard
    • Texas State Guard

  • Company must be registered in the state of Texas.

Reasons for Certification

  • Establish Company Image & Reputation
  • Solicit Community & Peer Recognition
  • Exhibit Company Pride & Honor
  • Publicize Company Ownership Structure
  • Distinguish Oneself from Competitors
  • Network with Supporters of the Military
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Proofs of Certification Provided
( All Companies Receive )

  • Texas Certification Directory Number™
  • Texas Certification Directory™ Enrollment
  • Veteran Owned Business Certificate
  • Veteran Owned Business Certification Letter
  • Veteran Owned Business Certification Decal
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Veteran Owned Business Certification may give your company new sales opportunities, greater publicity, and develop a loyal customer base for years to come. Additionally, Veteran Owned Business Certification allows your company to join a powerful group of owners displaying their participation in the Texas Certification Directory™.


Texas Certification Directory™ Veteran Owned Business Certification does not require audited financial statements; no classroom or course attendance; no minimum years in operation; and no "on-site examination" of your company's office is required. Additionally, Veteran Owned Business Certification allows your company to join a powerful group of owners displaying their participation in the Texas Certification Directory™.

1. Texas Certification Directory™ Veteran Business Certification terms of service.
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