Free entrepreneurial training available to Veterans
Have you ever wanted to launch your own business but weren’t sure where to begin? The Veterans Launching Ventures (VLV) certificate course could be the start. Offered by Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Rothman Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the VLV program provides essential training for Veterans and their families looking to open or grow a business. This free certificate course is designed to help participants seize [...]
National Hispanic Heritage Month entrepreneurial spotlight: Moises Montanez
This National Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize Moises Montanez, a Puerto Rican Army Veteran who owns ALTA Quality Builders.
Adversity to Entrepreneurial Venture
Communications Manager at Veteran Entrepreneurial Transfer, Inc., After a debilitating motorcycle accident, most people’s wheels would stop turning, but for former Marine John Miller, they were just getting started.
#VeteranOfTheDay Navy Veteran James David Watkins
#VeteranOfTheDay is Navy Veteran James David Watkins. A Veteran of World War II, The Korean War and Vietnam, Watkins served as a nuclear submariner for much of his career.
#VeteranOfTheDay Marine Corps Veteran Michael Joseph Zacchea
Today’s #VeteranOfTheDay is Marine Corps Veteran Michael Joseph Zacchea, who served during the Iraq War and later founded a program to help Veteran entrepreneurs.
MIT Catalyst Program welcomes new VHA Innovation Ecosystem Fellows
The MIT Catalyst program, VHA IE, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are collaborating to improve Veteran care.
Patriot Boot Camp Partners with Berkeley College to help the military community grow tech startups
Patriot Boot Camp, a 501(c)3, is providing a 2-day virtual fall program presented by Berkeley College on October 14 - 15, 2021.
Veteran Orientation Express increases understanding and enhances the Veteran experience
Veteran Orientation Express is a web-based tool and series of videos that are designed to increase understanding of the VR&E program.
Innovative Collaborations for Veterans at the Forefront During Federal Entrepreneurship Day Panel
Collaboration has always been an important component to the success of the VHA Innovation Ecosystem (VHA IE). Designing and developing innovative solutions takes not only diverse perspectives, but the talents and skills of many to implement and impact Veteran lives. Collaborations and partnerships were on the agenda during last month’s National Entrepreneurship Week. VHA Innovators Network (iNET) Director of Operations, Allison Amrhein participated in a [...]
Patriot Boot Camp Virtual 2021 offers free course to mentor future leaders
Patriot Boot Camp is going virtual for 2021. Veterans, service members and mil spouses can apply now for the 2-day virtual course that mentors future entrepreneurial leaders.
SBA’s annual celebration of Veteran and military entrepreneurs
Beginning Nov. 2, the U.S. Small Business Administration will celebrate, empower, and connect Veterans, service members, including National Guard and Reserve, military spouse entrepreneurs, and business owners – past, present, and future – during National Veterans Small Business Week.
Veterans benefits 2020: Largest or most successful state employer of Veterans
VA worked with state representatives to compile a list of the largest or most successful state employer of Veterans, part of a five part series.
