DETROIT — The Veteran Owned Business Roundtable will commemorate two decades of empowering veteran entrepreneurs with its 20th Anniversary Gala on Friday, November 14, 2025, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at DTE Energy Headquarters, 1 Energy Plaza, Detroit, MI.
The black-tie celebration presented by global automaker Stellantis will unite corporate leaders, veteran-owned businesses and community champions to advance VOBRT’s mission to educate, mentor, and connect veterans to corporate and government contracting opportunities.
“Veteran-owned suppliers embody innovation, agility, and an unwavering sense of duty our industry needs to thrive,” said Bruno Olvera, Chairman of VOBRT and Head of North America Diversity Supplier Development at Stellantis. “Being the presenting sponsor of this gala allows Stellantis to spotlight the economic impact veterans create and help VOBRT expand that influence for decades to come.”
Evening Highlights include
• Master of Ceremonies — Crystal P.
Detroit’s own Crystal P., nationally recognized comedian and vibrant entertainer, will steer the program with energy, humor and heart.
• Live Music — Larry Lee & The Back In The Day Band
Legendary Detroit ensemble blending R&B, soul, funk, and rock, featuring musicians who have performed with The Temptations and The Four Tops.
• Heroes of Inclusion Awards — Honoring corporations, veteran-owned businesses, and community partners advancing veteran opportunity.
• Networking Reception & Silent Auction — Michigan-sourced cuisine, premium open bar and curated auction items benefiting VOBRT programs.
• Ticketing & Sponsorships — Individual tickets $199–$249. Limited sponsorship packages from Bronze ($1,500) to exclusive Diamond tiers are available.
“For 20 years the VOBRT has been a catalyst for economic mobility among the men and women who served,” said Roderick Rickman, President of the VOBRT Board of Directors and President & CEO of Rickman Enterprise Group.
