Veteran Ready Business Recognition Symposium Coming to Clarksville

The free event aims to help employers gain a competitive edge by embracing veteran talent.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Tennessee Department of Veterans Services is hosting a Veteran Ready Business Recognition (VRBR) Symposium in Clarksville, Tennessee in April. The free event is designed to help employers learn strategies for recruiting and retaining veteran talent, explore the pros and cons of using AI in hiring, network with industry leaders and veteran advocates, and understand how being "veteran ready" can impact their bottom line.

Why it matters

As businesses continue to face hiring challenges, embracing veteran talent can provide a competitive advantage. Veterans often possess valuable skills, leadership experience, and a strong work ethic that can benefit employers. The VRBR Symposium aims to educate and connect businesses with resources to effectively recruit and retain veteran employees.

The details

The VRBR Symposium will take place at Freedom Point at Liberty Park in Clarksville. The program will include opening remarks from state and local officials, as well as presentations from experts at Fort Campbell, state agencies, Deloitte, HCA, and Millan Enterprises on best practices for veteran hiring. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry leaders and veteran advocates.

  • The VRBR Symposium will be held in April 2026.

The players

Tennessee Department of Veterans Services

The state agency hosting the VRBR Symposium in partnership with the Clarksville Industrial Development Board.

Tommy Baker

Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services.

Wes Golden

Montgomery County Mayor.

Joe Pitts

Clarksville City Mayor.

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What’s next

To register for the VRBR Symposium, go to www.bit.ly/vrbr-register.

The takeaway

The VRBR Symposium provides a valuable opportunity for Tennessee employers to learn how embracing veteran talent can give their business a competitive edge in the current hiring landscape.