The Arsenal Business & Technology Partnership’s Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) program is a one-stop shop for transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses looking to start, purchase, or grow a business. VBOC Federal Region II covers the states of New York and New Jersey, and provides entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling […]
Amy Amoroso
Veteran Entrepreneurs Recognized by SBA at Veterans Small Business Week
In honor of Veterans Small Business Week, I had the pleasure of nominating two NY State veteran business owners as success stories. Their stories will be placed on the National SBA web portals for recognition. These entrepreneurs were in various stages of their startups, but we worked together to grow their business into the successes […]
From Combat Veteran to Entrepreneur: Interview with Mark Kring
Every quarter, I teach a Boots 2 Business course on a military base to personnel who are in transition from their military career to civilian life. Within this setting, I have the privilege to meet some very interesting and energetic individuals who leave a lasting impression.
OORAH Legislation to Benefit Veteran Business Owners
It has been proven time and time again that veterans make very successful business owners. It’s about time New York, as well as other states with large veteran populations, understand this and start making efforts to utilize and harness the talent that is already within.
Barry Moore: A Veteran in Business
Veterans Day is one of the most important days of the year. It’s a day when we as a nation get to celebrate all that is our military. Not only do I support our veterans, I also help them discover their dreams/goals and watch them come to fruition as they start or expand their business.
Boots to Business: New SBA Entrepreneur Program for Vets
Last year the Department of Defense launched a revamped transition assistance program for Veterans. “Transition Goals Plans Success,” known simply as Transition GPS, replaces the 20-year-old Transition Assistance Program, or TAP.
If You’re a Veteran Wanting to Start a Business, Help is at Hand
For many veterans, facing a return to civilian employment after military service can seem a daunting challenge. The U.S. government invests billions of dollars to train the men and women of the armed forces to become successful and disciplined leaders in the battlefield.
