We’re proud to share that American Veterans Group (AVG) has been named the 2025 recipient of the Capital One Small Business Award from Hiring Our Heroes — a recognition that underscores our ongoing commitment to advancing veteran employment through innovative partnerships, purposeful business practices, and meaningful community impact. 

The Capital One Small Business Award, presented annually at the Hiring Our Heroes Lee Anderson Awards Gala, honors a veteran- or military spouse-owned small business that demonstrates exceptional commitment to the military community. We will be receiving this award at this year’s gala in Washington, D.C. on November 5. 

The gala celebrates the individuals and organizations that go above and beyond to connect our nation’s heroes and their families with meaningful economic opportunity. Past recipients of the Small Business Award include 50strong, Freedom Learning Group, and JDog Brands — and we’re honored to join their ranks. 

“We’re honored to receive this prestigious recognition,” said Ben Biles, American Veterans Group CEO & Co-Founder. “We view it as an important validation of the work we’re doing at American Veterans Group. Our success as a growing securities broker-dealer directly funds our mission of helping veterans and their immediate family members find meaningful careers after their military service has ended.” 

At AVG, our mission has always been about more than doing business — it’s about creating opportunity. From helping transitioning service members build sustainable careers to partnering with organizations that share our dedication to empowering the veteran community, we’re proud to help shape a future where veterans and their families can thrive in the workforce. 

This spring, American Veterans Group reached a major milestone, surpassing $1 million in total philanthropic contributions to more than 50 veteran-focused nonprofits nationwide. These funds have directly supported programs dedicated to recruiting, hiring, and retaining service members and their families as they transition from military to civilian careers. Since our founding in 2018, AVG’s efforts have positively impacted the lives of thousands of veterans and their families — and we’re just getting started. 

“Support of the veteran community and individuals’ transition to civilian careers is more important now than ever,” Biles said. “We are committed to carrying out that mission for years to come.” 

A heartfelt thank-you to Hiring Our Heroes and Capital One for this honor, and to our incredible partners, and the entire AVG team,who make this mission possible every day. Together, we’re proving that doing good and doing well can — and should — go hand in hand.