Desmond A. Brown
Desmond A. Brown is the Executive Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). In this role, he leads efforts to expand access to economic opportunities for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) within the federal procurement system. With over a decade of experience in federal small business programs, Mr. Brown is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for underserved entrepreneurs.
Empowering Veteran entrepreneurs isn’t just a mission—it’s a responsibility. We aim to ensure that those who have served our nation have the tools and opportunities to succeed in the federal marketplace.“
– Desmond A. Brown
Prior to his current appointment, Mr. Brown served as the Director of the Small Business Office at the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), where he implemented initiatives to enhance small business participation in federal contracts. His leadership is characterized by a focus on strategic outreach, education, and the development of policies that promote fair access to federal contracting opportunities.