Entrepreneurship Guide for Veterans - Workshop Series

Turning your military experience into a successful business is possible, and this workshop series will show you how! Over four weeks, you’ll build skills, strategies, and connections that help your ideas grow into a thriving business.

October 17 - Leadership & Entrepreneurial Mindset

• Apply proven military principles to business leadership
• Strengthen resilience and decision-making under pressure
• Build influence and grow your network

October 24 - Laying the Foundation: Structure, SOPs & Strategy

• Learn the differences between LLCs, S-Corps, and Sole Proprietorships
• Create Standard Operating Procedures to keep operations running smoothly
• Turn your vision into an actionable business plan

October 31 - Sales, Marketing & Customer Acquisition

• Identify your ideal customers and understand their journey
• Use social media, email, and referrals to expand your reach
• Tap into veteran networks to generate new opportunities

November 7 - Government Contracting & Funding Pathways (HYBRID)

• Join us virtually or in person at the MidTown Collaboration Center
• Understand how to get certified and compete for contracts
• Explore SBA loans, grants, and other funding options
• Connect with resources built to support veteran-owned businesses

This series is packed with knowledge and strategies you can put to work right away. Don’t miss your chance, reserve your spot today and get the tools you need for free!

The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) program is designed to provide entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling, and resource partner referrals to service members, veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, military spouses, and family members interested in starting or growing a small business. Learn more about the VBOC program.

VBOC services are provided without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, and disability. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. To make a request or obtain more information, please contact [email protected].

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