Veterans Path to Entrepreneurial Success
The Loudoun Office of Economic Development and the U.S. Small Business Administration is holding a free forum to assist Loudoun County Veteran Entrepreneurs on 7 Nov 19, 0800-1000 at the The Bush Tabernacle, 250 S. Nursery Ave, Purcellville, VA. Veteans, Reserves, National Guard, active duty and family members are invited to hear directly from successful veteran-owned small businesses. Registration is requested.
The Global Good Fund Accepting Applications
Fact: Veterans Make Great Entrepreneurs. The Global Good Fund is now accepting applications from Veteran Entrepreneurs for the 2020 Fellowship! Sponsored by the Smithfield Foundation, This program is designed to accelerate the business capabilities, professional growth and leadership skills of our nation's most innovative leaders. Apply now through 10/14.
Bunker Brews App Development Event
Tuesday, October 1st from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM EDT in Washington DC. Bring an app idea to life using Keynote for iPad. You’ll sketch an app interface and use shapes, text, and linked slides to show how the app functions. By the end of the session, you’ll have a working app prototype. Bring your iPad or one will be provided. The training is recommended for beginners interested in app development, but all are welcome! Registration is requested.
Distinguished Service Awards Accepting Application
The Veterans & Military Business Council has opened Nominations for the 2019 Distinguished Service Awards. Applications accepted until Friday, September 20th. The Event will be held Tuesday, October 22nd 8am at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington. Self-nominations are accepted!
Bunker Brews Street Shares Pitch Competition
Join Bunker Brews at MIC! Bunker Labs will be hosting the StreetShares Pitch Competition as part of the event. Monday, September 9th from 4:30-6:30 PM at the Washington Hilton. Bunker Labs is a national not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in Chicago and built by military veteran entrepreneurs to empower other military veterans to start and grow businesses. Through local chapters organized in cities across the U.S., Bunker Labs provides educational programming, mentors, events, and thriving local networks to help military veterans succeed and thrive as entrepreneurs and innovators.
Military Personnel and Veteran-owned Small Business Loan Program
New applications for the Military Personnel and Veteran-owned Small Business Loan Program (MPVSBLP) are being accepted now through August 30th. MPVSBLP provides no interest loans of up to $50,000, from one to eight years, for businesses owned by military reservists, veterans, National Guard personnel and for small businesses that employ or are owned by such persons.
Bunker Labs DC Happy Hour – Aug 27
Summer is winding down and you can too after work. Join Bunker Labs DC to regroup and reconnect over happy hour at Valor Brewpub. Discover like-minded veterans and entrepreneurs across the DMV as we move these connections and ideas forward.
BRAVO – Business Resources to Advance Veteran Opportunities – Aug 9
Hiring Our Heroes' first-ever BRAVO conference, you are invited to enjoy a free content-rich day centered on empowering veterans and military spouses in small business. Friday, August 9. 8:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. Capital One Campus in McLean, VA
Bunker Brews: Supporting Your Community While Growing Your Business – July 16
This event is part of Bunker Brews, a monthly meetup where the Bunker Labs community, including veterans, military spouses, and civilians, comes together to network with subject matter experts, investors, thought leaders, and more in an environment focused on growth and development.
Women Veterans: Small Business Award – Applications Open July 15
Women Veterans: Mark your calendar! Applications open July 15 for the Melissa A. Washington Annual Small Business Award, which providers up to $5,000 for a women veteran to start or expand her business.