Interested in starting a business or franchise?
Veterans in Franchising
Veterans account for 14% of franchisees nationwide, and over 500 companies offer discounts to prospective vet franchisees.
VBOC
Northern California Veterans Business Outreach Center
Website: https://norcalvboc.org
Telephone: (916) 527-8400
Email: info@norcalvboc.org
SoCal Veterans Business Outreach Center
Website: www.socalvboc.org
Telephone: (760) 795-8739
Email: socalvboc@miracosta.edu
MoneyGeek
If you’re a veteran starting a new business, you’ve got a lot of support. The government and the private sector provide a wide variety of resources for veteran entrepreneurs. These organizations and initiatives help veteran business owners by providing education, mentorship, support networks and access to investment capital and low-interest loans.
Franchise Hounds
Franchise Matchmaker & Business Consultant
Dissect, Explore, and Discover Franchise Ownership
Listen to the Franchise Podcasts for more information!
Email: greg@franchisehounds.com
Mobile:303-588-6500
“Veterans are 45% more likely than non-veterans to start their own business, according to the Small Business Administration. In fact, nearly 1 in 10 new businesses is owned by a veteran.”
Starting Your Journey:
Welcome to Boots to Business
Boots to Business (B2B) is an entrepreneurial education and training program offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as part of the Department of Defense Transition Assistance Program (TAP). The course provides an overview of entrepreneurship and applicable business ownership fundamentals. Active Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), Veterans of all eras, and spouses are eligible to participate.
The “Introduction to Entrepreneurship” course is the foundational piece of Boots to Business (B2B). Participants are introduced to the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to launch a business, including steps for developing business concepts, how to develop a business plan, and information on SBA resources available to help. This two-day in-person program is facilitated by subject matter experts from the SBA and their extensive network of skilled business advisors.
Free Business Mentor
How SCORE Mentoring Works
Partnering with you one-on-one, SCORE mentors support your success by providing experienced advice, consulting on best practices, and educating you on small business topics.
Veteran Assistance to Start a Business
Veteran Assistance in a Variety of Ways
Warrior Rising empowers U.S. military veterans and their immediate family members by providing them opportunities to create sustainable businesses, perpetuate the hiring of fellow American veterans, and earn their future. Join Warrior Rising's veteran entrepreneur program and take advantage of the opportunities put in place for you.