Veterans, learn the skills you need to launch a business

Veterans, learn the skills you need to launch a business

Published on November 03, 2024

Veterans, servicemembers and military spouses interested in starting a Veteran-Owned Small Business are invited to a one-day Boots to Business Reboot Workshop Tuesday, Nov. 12.

Why it matters: Boots to Business Reboot is a special entrepreneurship training program for veterans, activity-duty service members and their spouses from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

• 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.
• The program is facilitated by subject matter experts from the SBA and their extensive network of skilled business advisors.

What's new: The workshop runs 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the Devoyd Jennings Business Assistance Center (BAC) at 1150 South Freeway.

Go deeper: The program is hosted by City of Fort Worth's Economic Development Department, Office of Veterans Affairs, University of Texas Arlington's Veterans Business Outreach Center and SBA.

• The program is no-cost, but advance registration is required as seating is limited.
• For more information, visit the SBA website or contact Bridget Moon.

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