New or Existing Veteran Business Owners
Qualifications
Have an interest in entrepreneurship and a willingness to learn
Veterans, military spouse, transitioning service member, or reservist
Reside in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, or Nebraska.
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National Veterans Small Business Week (Nov 11-15 2024)
Reboot and Veteran Vendor Fair | In Person (Springfield, MO) Nov 6th, 2024 from 8:30am-2:30pm at The Library Center 4653 S. Campbell Ave Springfield, MO 65810
Are you interested in owning and operating your own business? Join the U.S. Small Business Administration, SCORE, Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) for the Boots to Business/Reboot program in Springfield, MO. Open to anyone looking to start or grow a small business, this event will cover entrepreneurship, market research, business planning, and more. Learn from experienced guest presenters and take the first step toward making your business ownership dreams a reality!
New or Existing Veteran Business Owners
Qualifications
Have an interest in entrepreneurship and a willingness to learn
Veterans, military spouse, transitioning service member, or reservist
Reside in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, or Nebraska.
Blueprint to Success: Developing Your Business Plan (St. Louis) Nov 12th, 2024 from 1:30-3:00pm at the Clark Family Library Branch 1640 S Lindbergh Blvd St. Louis, MO 63131
Join us during National Veterans Small Business Week for a FREE workshop designed for early-stage entrepreneurs. Whether you’re just starting or refining your strategy, expert presenters from BMO Bank will guide you through the eight key components of a solid business plan. By the end of this hands-on session, you’ll have a draft of your plan and a roadmap for success. This workshop is perfect for veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs, community small business owners, and anyone looking to launch their business journey.
New or Existing Veteran Business Owners
Qualifications
Have an interest in entrepreneurship and a willingness to learn
Veterans, military spouse, transitioning service member, or reservist
Reside in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, or Nebraska.
Bootstrap to Breakthrough: Launching Your Dream Business (KC) Nov 14th, 2024 from 2:00-4:30pm at the Green Hills Library Branch 8581 N Green Hills Rd, Kansas City, MO 64154
Join us for a FREE hands-on workshop where you’ll learn practical strategies to start and grow your business with limited resources. Ideal for aspiring or early-stage business owners working with tight budgets, this event will provide real tips on launching and expanding your venture without needing significant funds. Learn from experienced entrepreneurs, discover creative ways to fund your ideas, and connect with others on the same journey to make your business dreams a reality.
New or Existing Veteran Business Owners
Qualifications
Have an interest in entrepreneurship and a willingness to learn
Veterans, military spouse, transitioning service member, or reservist
Reside in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, or Nebraska.
Coffee & Connections (St. Louis) Nov 14th, 2024, from 9:30-11:30am at 20 S Sarah Street Saint Louis MO 63108
Join us for Coffee & Connections, a FREE event celebrating National Veterans Small Business Week 2024! Open to all entrepreneurs, this gathering offers St. Louis small business owners the chance to connect with local resources to help grow and scale their businesses. Meet one-on-one with organizations like the SBA, VBOC, SCORE, SBDC, WBC, Apex Accelerators, and more for guidance on business planning, funding, and contracting. And yes, there will be free coffee!
New or Existing Veteran Business Owners
Qualifications
Have an interest in entrepreneurship and a willingness to learn
Veterans, military spouse, transitioning service member, or reservist
Reside in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, or Nebraska.
Flint Hills Entrepreneur Summit (Manhattan KS/Wichita District) Nov 15th, 2024, from 9am-1pm at the Holiday Inn Manhattan at the Campus 1641 Anderson Ave Manhattan, KS 66502
Join entrepreneurs, community leaders, and business resources at the Flint Hills Entrepreneur Summit on Friday, November 15, 2024! Open to all future and established entrepreneurs, this event will provide insights into grant processes, loan options, and practical marketing tools. Featuring expert speakers, roundtable discussions, and networking with support organizations and vendors, the Summit will be held in person from 9 AM to 12 PM at the Holiday Inn Manhattan at the Campus, followed by an hour of networking. Don’t miss this free opportunity to learn and connect—reserve your seat today!