Veterans Of Now opens registration for Flint expo

Veterans Of Now is inviting businesses, employers and community groups to register for its Nov. 7 Business & Resource Expo at Berston Field House in Flint. The event will run alongside the group’s 6th Annual Pre-Veterans Day Motorcade and is designed to connect exhibitors with veterans, military families and supporters.

Why it matters: - The Expo gives businesses and service providers a chance to reach veterans, military families and community members in one setting. - The Nov. 7 event is tied to Veterans Of Now’s broader Veterans Day programming and America’s 250th anniversary year. - Local participation can turn the Expo into a direct outreach point for hiring, services and community partnerships.

What happened: - Veterans Of Now is inviting businesses, employers, service providers and community resource organizations to apply for the Nov. 7, 2026 Business & Resource Expo in Flint, Michigan. - The Expo will take place at Berston Field House. - Vendor setup runs from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Eastern. - The public Expo runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern. - The Expo is part of V.O.N.’s 6th Annual Pre-Veterans Day Motorcade and Business & Resource Expo.

The details: - Participating organizations can use the official application to request space and submit information for V.O.N.’s review. - Business and Resource Expo registration is available online. - Applicants must confirm space, participation requirements and event-day arrangements directly with V.O.N. - A registration request does not guarantee a booth assignment. - The associated Motorcade will stage in front of Flint City Hall and depart at 10 a.m. on Nov. 7. - Motorcycles, cars, SUVs, vans, pickups, commercial vehicles and 18-wheelers are welcome. - Vehicle clubs and individual participants can register for the Motorcade through a separate form. - More event information is available on VeteransOfNow.org. - Rachel Harris can answer Expo registration questions at 810-777-4881 or veteransofnow@gmail.com. - Media inquiries and interview requests for George F. Grundy II can be sent to veteransofnow@gmail.com.

Between the lines: - V.O.N. is using the Expo and Motorcade as a combined outreach platform, which can broaden attendance beyond a typical vendor fair. - The separate registration process suggests limited space and a structured review for participants. - The event’s veteran-focused timing and public format point to both community engagement and practical business networking.

What's next: - Interested organizations can submit Expo applications now. - Motorcade participants can register through the separate Motorcade form. - V.O.N. will confirm accepted exhibitors and event logistics directly with applicants.