PINEHURST, N.C. -- November 12, 2026 -- The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded Veterans Guardian VA Claim Consulting a 2026 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award, the company said. The company says it has won the medallion every year since 2019, which works out to eight consecutive awards through 2026 by FairsOnline's calculation.
The company describes the HIRE Vets Medallion as the only federal award honoring employers for recruiting, employing and supporting veterans. It says the Gold tier goes to employers that also back veterans' career development, not only hiring.
CEO and founder Scott Greenblatt, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, says the firm has worked to support veterans moving into civilian careers since 2019. The award covers Veterans Guardian's employment practices. It is separate from the company's core business of helping veterans pursue VA disability claims.
The company did not disclose how many veterans it employs or what share of its workforce they represent.