Veteran Entrepreneurs

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A Closer Look at SCORE Treasure Valley: Empowering Small Businesses

In a recent episode of Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Check-In, the SCORE Treasure Valley Chapter was introduced to the Boise Metro Chamber audience.

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Where’s the Money?

Where’s the Money?

Sourcing Capital for Your Business

Identifying and accessing sources of debt and equity capital for small businesses and entrepreneurs is a never ending challenge.

Join us for an overview of this resource guide to sources and types of capital for small businesses in the Twin Cities to St. Cloud, Duluth and the Western Wisconsin border from Superior to Lake Pepin.

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Grant Writing Class Two Part Series

The Louisa Forward Foundation, in partnership with the Louisa County Chamber of Commerce, will host this two-part grant writing series with Susie Miller. This class is open to all nonprofit organizations and businesses in Central Virginia.

Minority-owned, veteran-owned, women-owned, tourism or agri related businesses are encouraged to attend. *LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE

Part I: Tuesday September 26, 10 am - 4 pm at Betty Queen Center, 522 Industrial Drive, Louisa

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Establish a Professional Domain, Website, & Email for Your Business

In this webinar, small business owners will learn the importance of a domain as the cornerstone of their online identity and how to maximize its potential. Designed as a guide for businesses in establishing a strong online presence.

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"My name is Michael Woodland, a retired Military Veteran with 22 years of service in the U.S. Army. I have now ventured into the realm of photography. The journey into photography was sparked during my involvement in competition shooting and managing a YouTube channel covering various topics. One of my sponsors requested a product photo, and it became evident that I lacked the expertise to operate the camera proficiently. Consequently, I made a resolute decision to enroll in a photography class at the community college to grasp the nuances of handling the equipment. Following the photography

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Create & Eliminate

My name is Gregory VanLeer and I'm a US Navy Veteran. I did 4 years in the service from 2010-2014. I graduated from CSN with an AS in Electrical Maintenance back in 2021. I've been working for Clark County Water Reclamation District as a lift station mechanic since October 2018. I got the idea for my business by talking to a friend from the military a few years back and that's when I first learned about laser rust removal. I opened the company in February 2022 with no equipment or prior experience but with an idea that I didn't want to lose. Back in February 2022, I left work abruptly for 2

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Business Builders Workshop: Atomic Marketing

Join us for an interactive session on Atomic
Marketing. The concepts facilitated in
the session are inspired by James Clear’s
book, Atomic Habits. A lot of businesses
struggle with their marketing strategy and
outcomes. The disconnect with success
can often be linked to the system. It is
the day-to-day habits you integrate into
your marketing strategy that make all the
difference. We will explore what some of
those day-to-day strategies are and how
these strategies can be implemented NOW.

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Rockin’ the Boateak: Local Jewelry Designer Lissy Rawl

While Rawl felt confident in the creative aspects of her new business, she knew she needed help with the logistics of running a company and contacted the local SCORE chapter to partner with a mentor. As luck would have it, she ended up with two—Joe Eisenberg and Frank Lipari—who offered instrumental insights on managing cash flow, packaging, and marketing, as well as helping her develop a formal business plan.

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Financial Projections and Funding Sources - Seminar 4 of 4

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Marketing Plan - Seminar 3 of 4

Considering starting your own business? Learn from experienced business professionals, both active and retired, who can provide individual assistance if desired. Presented by SCORE (volunteers from south metro communities) and a partner of the U.S. Small Business Administrations (SBA), this comprehensive series of four workshops will help you to make a smart start.

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