Upcoming events.
VWEC joins GEW North Texas Pre-Campaign Event: Startup Economics 101 Summit
Startup Economics 101 Summit
The Startup Economics 101 Summit 2026 is an annual, forward-thinking event designed to empower entrepreneurs of all levels, regardless of their demographic or business type.
The summit seeks to encourage meaningful discussions on various topics, including economic resilience, Innovation, Investment, Digital transformation, and much more.
This event is free to attend, with a paid VIP option. Secure your ticket today by visiting: Startup Economics Summit 101.
Our Founder/CEO, VR Small, joins a panel of industry leaders:
09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
Protecting Generational Wealth
If you have ever considered what it takes to maintain and grow your wealth, this session is for you. This panel of industry experts are ready to share their insights on how you can achieve your financial goals, and build generational wealth.
Additionally, you'll learn how to avoid selling your family property for a mere dollar sign, ensuring that your history is preserved for generations to come.
Moderator:
Dr. W. Marvin Dulaney will leads the conversation, bringing over 30 years of experience at the African American Museum as a history professor, published author, and dedicated community servant.
Panel Members:
Pamela Turner, Jaide Flynn, Andrea Filer and VR Small
Through engaging with informative panel discussions and valuable networking sessions, participants will have the chance to connect with industry stakeholders, exchange practical ideas, share industry best practices, and forge partnerships that promote sustainable economic growth.
Whether you are an Entrepreneur, Community Stakeholder, or Industry Expert, this is an event you do not want to miss!
Small Talk with VR Small: Smashing Survival Statistics
Small Talk with VR Small: Smashing Survival Statistics
What does it take to move beyond survival and build a business that lasts? Join VR Small and Hyacinth Tucker, Founder of The Laundry Basket, for a conversation about her entrepreneurial journey and the decisions, challenges, and lessons that shape sustainable business growth. Available for viewing November 11 at 6 PM CST, this edition of Small Talk brings the mission of Smashing Survival Statistics: Building Businesses That Last into focus through the experience of a woman veteran entrepreneur.
Walmart's Road to Open Call event, supported by IVMF, hosted at the VWEC
Walmart's Road to Open Call 2026 is coming to Dallas, TX
What is Open Call?
Now in its 13th year, Walmart's Annual Open Call connects U.S.-based entrepreneurs directly with Walmart and Sam's Club merchants to pitch shelf-ready products - with the potential to land deals for store shelves and Walmart.com.
It's a cornerstone of Walmart's $350 billion commitment to products made, grown, or assembled in America by 2030, supporting more than 750,000 U.S. jobs.
About the Dallas Stop hosted at the Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center
This stop is part of a nationwide tour bringing Walmart directly to entrepreneurs before the main Open Call event on October 6–7, 2026.
Selected participants will get face time with Walmart merchants and the chance to scale their business with one of the world's largest retailers.
How to Apply?
1. Create a free profile at RangeMe.com
2. Submit your application by April 24
3. Learn more: Walmart / Road to Open Call 2026