COACHING & CONSULTING
Our expert consultants help you make decisions based on what is best for you AND your business. We are both entrepreneurs and veterans. Be a part of a community that understands where you have been and where you want to go.
LEARN MOREEDUCATION & TRAINING
We believe training is the most essential part of starting a business. We have subject matter experts that can assist you with understanding business plans, financials, marketing, sales, human resource management, and other essential topics.
LEARN MOREWEBINARS
The Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Veterans Business Resource Center (VBRC) are pleased to present a FREE webinar series for veterans and members of the military community on topics of interest to small business owners.
LEARN MOREReal World Results
Since 2010, the VBRC has hosted over 270 business events helping military men and women throughout MO, NE, KS and IA.
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Here Is How We Help Your Business
The VBRC is set up to assist everyone from ideation to expansion. If you need help with a marketing plan, analyzing your finances, creating a strategy or talking through an idea. We stand prepared.
MARKETING PLAN
With a focus on winning and keeping customers, your plan is strategic and aligned with your future. We can assist you with tools and tactics to achieve your sales goals and create your plan of action
GET STARTEDTRAINING & EVENTS
Build your company and employee’s knowledge and skills at all levels for a more effective and agile workforce. Online and in person in MO, KS, IA, NE
GET STARTEDFINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Your data is the key to ensuring prosperity and your company’s future. We can ensure you understand your historical data and comprehend how to use it to make projections to grow.
GET STARTEDBUSINESS STRATEGY
Your strategy determines what activities you engage in to move your company forward. We can help you create a high-level plan for reaching specific business objectives focusing on business growth, a strong competitive position, and strong financial performance.
GET STARTEDCONSULTING
Achieving maximum value for your company is important to your success. Our consultants stand prepared to help you explore your entrepreneurial dreams, solidify your plans and focus on you path to small business success.
GET STARTEDGOVERNMENT CONTRACTING
Winning government contracts takes the right strategy for the right contract. Whether you need a second opinion, insights on how to market to a specific agency developing the right marketing, sales, and teaming process is the key. VBRC clients receive special discounts.
GET STARTEDUpcoming Events
Below is a list of events in the local and regional area we serve. Please bookmark this page as it is update regularly.
B2B & REBOOT B2B
This FREE training is open to all veterans, transitioning military AND their families. Find a training near you.
WEBINAR
Conducted every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 1130A to 1230P. Learn from industry leaders how to start, maintain and grow your idea or business
VETERAN CEO ROUNDTABLE
This mastermind group provides subject matter experts designed to bring real and actionable impact to your business. Request qualifications and application.
Borrow From Our Years of Experience.
if you are a corporate partner and want assistance with creating your veteran or service disabled veteran diversity, equity and inclusion program reach out for information. We stand ready to assist with meaningful action to address inclusion for their clients.
REQUEST A MEETINGSupport us! It will only take a minute
We know small business owners work on tight margins for years as they grow their business. Our services have always been free to veterans, transitioning military and military family members. Our consultants and mentors are leaders in their industries and bring numerous years to bear for our clients keeping our cost down. 83 cents of every dollar donated goes directly toward client impact.
MAKE A DIFFERENCEThings We Do Best…
We transition your military skills into small business success. We stand prepared to give you direct, honest and transparent advise that will help you determine if your idea is a solid business or a cool hobby.
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Our Team
The team at the VBRC is proud to have on staff military Veterans and former small business owners who are prepared to help clients navigate the entrepreneurship trail.
Darcella Craven
President
Maggie Peterson
Administrative Director
Damon Chaffin
Sr. Business Consultant
Client Testimonials
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our clients say:
I am very grateful to this program for helping me with this process and I would not be where I am without this service. I have recently merged with another company, quit my full-time job to focus on my company and seen a 15% growth since I began working with them in April 2018.
Mark Mehrhoff
Owner/President
IBDS, PC
The center has been a tremendous source of support for me and my young business career. I’ve been working with them for roughly two years now and I can fully count on my consultant for any support I may need. I started a veteran owned small business two years ago and the VBRC has been with me every step of the way.
