Sponsorships with Purpose

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Connecting Missions. Expanding Impact.

VetConnex is the arm of VetBiz dedicated to forging connections that accelerate Veteran business success. From podcasts and webinars to curated business resource networks and signature events, VetConnex is where partnerships come to life.

Whether you're a university, foundation, nonprofit, or corporation, strategic partnership with VetConnex means becoming a trusted ally in helping Veterans start, grow, and thrive in business.

Through VetConnex, we co-create initiatives that:

• Amplify Veteran voices through media and storytelling
• Expand access to business support resources across our tri-state region
• Deliver high-impact conferences and roundtables 
• Promote financial, mental, and community wellness through entrepreneurship

At VetBiz, we believe that when Veterans succeed in business, communities grow stronger. Your corporate sponsorship doesn’t just support an event or program—it helps a Veteran business owner gain confidence, access vital resources, and become a force for good in their community. 

Aligning your brand with one of our core initiatives—VetReach, Veteran Business Connect, or the Veteran In Business Conference—you demonstrate a deep commitment to leadership, impact, and service. 

Together, we’re not just building businesses—we’re building legacies. 

• VetReach - Amplifying Veteran voices through podcasts, webinars, and outreach. 
• Veteran Business Connect - Linking Veteran entrepreneurs to trusted business resources. 
• VetCEO Roundtables - Peer groups for Veterans leading businesses beyond startup. 
• Annual Veterans IN Business Conference - Showcasing and supporting Veteran-owned businesses through regional events. 

Inspire. Educate. Amplify.

Problem it solves:  Too many Veteran entrepreneurs are unaware of the vast network of support, funding, and success stories available to them. This disconnect leaves them isolated, under-resourced, and unseen. 

Solution:  VetReach is our multimedia platform dedicated to storytelling, education, outreach, and connection. Through podcasts, webinars, and targeted marketing campaigns, we share the real stories of Veteran entrepreneurs, provide education opportunities, amplify available resources, and increase awareness of the support systems that exist.

Your sponsorship helps us:

• Produce professionally recorded podcast episodes
• Reach rural and underserved Veterans via digital outreach
• Promote Veteran-owned businesses and events
   

Sponsorship Levels:

• Signal Sponsor – $1,000 - Name listed on one podcast or webinar + social media mention
• Echo Sponsor – $2,500 - Recognition on all VetReach content for a quarter + company logo on promotional materials
• Broadcast Sponsor – $5,000 - Featured partner for a podcast series/webinar track + option to co-host one VetReach event
  

Navigate the Journey with Confidence 

Problem it solves:  Veterans often struggle to find trustworthy guidance when starting or growing a business. Many bounce between agencies, mentors, or misinformation, wasting time and losing momentum.

Solution:  Veterans Business Connect serves as the central hub for connecting Veteran Business Owners and Entrepreneurs with vetted resources across our region — from startup guides and marketing help to legal, financial, and educational support.  We not only help determine the business challenge and connect them with vetted resources (Veterans Helping Veterans Succeed), we also follow up to ask what else.  The goal is to be that trusted advisor helping along the journey.

Your sponsorship helps us:

• Build and maintain the resource navigation database
• Host live navigation sessions and Q&As
• Expand outreach to rural and marginalized communities

Mission: Help Veterans cut through the noise and find trusted startup, funding, and scaling resources.

• Pathfinder Sponsor – $2,500Recognition on VetConnex portal + social spotlight  

• Bridge Builder – $5,000Featured resource partner for one business category (e.g., legal, funding, marketing)  

• Strategic Ally – $10,000Logo presence across all VBC materials + invitation to speak at one connection event + highlight in annual impact report  

Some organizations are looking for more than sponsorship—they're looking to create lasting change. If your mission aligns with ours, let’s explore a strategic partnership. Whether it’s developing veteran-focused entrepreneurship programs, expanding access to capital, or co-creating outreach campaigns, we’re open to building impactful, long-term collaborations that help Veteran business owners succeed from idea to exit.

👉 Contact us today to start the conversation.

 Peer Support. Strategic Growth. Veteran-Led Leadership. 

Problem it solves:  Many Veteran-owned businesses survive the startup phase but plateau due to isolation, lack of peer mentorship, and limited access to executive-level leadership development. Without continued guidance, promising businesses stall or fold — not from lack of effort, but from lack of perspective.

Solution:  VetCEO Roundtables connect established Veteran business owners with fellow CEOs in facilitated, confidential peer groups. These monthly, high-impact sessions provide space for strategic decision-making, accountability, and growth — guided by trusted facilitators and supported by national resources.

Why It Matters:  Veteran entrepreneurs aren’t just building businesses — they’re rebuilding identity, reclaiming leadership, and creating jobs. VetCEO Roundtables give them the space to lead with confidence, not just hustle for survival.

Your sponsorship helps us:

• Facilitate peer advisory groups for post-startup Veteran business owners
• Provide expert facilitators and guest speakers to guide strategic growth
• Create safe, confidential spaces for Veterans to address leadership challenges
• Offer scholarships to ensure access regardless of financial situation
• Expand the program to underserved regions across our service area

Sponsorship Levels: (Support from corporate sponsors makes these peer groups accessible to Veterans at little to no cost):

• Unit Sponsor – $2,500 - Covers one Veteran CEO’s roundtable seat for a full year.
• Squad Sponsor – $10,000 - Funds a small group (4 seats) with facilitation, materials, and accountability support.
• Platoon Sponsor – $25,000 - Launches a full roundtable cohort (8-12 seats), including branding, impact reports, and executive briefings for sponsors.

Spotlighting Veteran Entrepreneurs Across the Heartland 

The Problem - Veteran business owners often lack the visibility, recognition, and access to regional networks that drive growth. Without targeted opportunities to connect, learn, and showcase their work, many Veteran entrepreneurs are overlooked in the broader business ecosystem.

The Solution - The Annual Veterans In Business Conference bridges that gap by convening Veterans, resource partners, corporations, and community leaders in two high-profile events each year — one in St. Louis (May) and one in Kansas City (November). These gatherings are designed to elevate Veteran-owned businesses, connect them to valuable support systems, and position them as key players in our regional economy.

Your sponsorship helps us:

• Host two full-scale conferences aligned with Small Business Week and National Veterans Small Business Week 
• Provide free access to under-resourced Veteran entrepreneurs
• Secure dynamic speakers, trainers, and panelists from across the country
• Offer exhibitor space and business pitch opportunities to Veteran businesses
• Market the event and participating Veterans to a wider audience

📍 Regional Impact: Sponsorships can be designated for either St. Louis or Kansas City, ensuring your support directly strengthens the community most aligned with your organization’s mission or footprint.

🏙️ Regional Support: Your sponsorship directly supports the St. Louis or Kansas City conference—your choice. Sponsors will be prominently recognized as community partners in their selected region.

📩 Custom Sponsorship Packages Available: Want to fund a specific portion of the event—like a Veteran Pitch Competition, Coffee & Connect Lounge, or Marketing Campaign? Let’s tailor a sponsorship opportunity that aligns with your brand’s goals.

Platinum Sponsor – $10,000

• Logo on all event materials (print & digital 
• Premier exhibitor booth
• Speaking opportunity during main session
• Recognition in press releases
• 8 VIP tickets
   

Gold Sponsor – $5,000

• Logo on event signage & website
• Featured booth space
• Name mention during opening/closing
• 6 VIP tickets

Silver Sponsor – $2,500

• Logo on select digital material 
• Standard exhibitor table
• 4 VIP tickets
   

Bronze Sponsor – $1,000

• Name listed on sponsor board
• Shared exhibitor table
• 2 VIP tickets

🏨 Out-of-Town Sponsor – $3,500

• Covers travel lodging for select out-of-town Veteran Business Owner attendees
• Name/logo listed on the “Veteran Travel Partners” section
• Special recognition during opening remarks
• 2 VIP tickets