I just wrapped up an incredible 2-day "Boots-2-Business" entrepreneurial workshop at Kings Bay Navy Submarine Base, and I couldn’t be more inspired by the amazing group of leaders I had the honor of working with. This workshop was filled with six incredibly engaged and passionate professionals—five from the Navy and one from the Marine Corps—each with a unique vision and drive to launch their own businesses. They are interested in starting businesses across a wide variety of fields, including the restaurant industry, temporary service contracting, CPA firms, and even mechanics! 🚀 I was impressed by our one individual who hadn’t yet decided on what business to start. Despite being undecided, their contribution, insights, and perspectives added so much value to the entire team. The level of engagement, energy, and curiosity throughout both days was absolutely inspiring! I also noted their unwavering commitment to continue serving—not just in uniform, but through entrepreneurship. There is no doubt in my mind that these leaders are on their way to creating businesses that will positively impact their communities, their families, and the world. I’m beyond grateful that our paths crossed, and I’m excited to see what each of you will accomplish as you move forward on this entrepreneurial and life journey. Your legacy of service will continue, and I have no doubt you'll keep making an incredible difference. Here’s to your next chapter of service and success! I salute you all!!!

🚀 Starting Your Journey: Introduction to Entrepreneurship The “Introduction to Entrepreneurship” course is the foundational piece of Boots to Business (B2B) Workshop. This free, two-day, in-person program is facilitated by subject matter experts from the SBA and their extensive network of skilled business advisors. 💰”Funded in part by a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.” Participants are introduced to the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to launch a business, including steps for developing business concepts, creating a business plan, and information on SBA resources available to help. 🎯 Hosted by: TAP Office Robins AFB, Georgia 10-11 December 2025 | Military & Family Readiness Center, 725 Ninth Street, Bldg. 794 🔈Georgia VBOC Instructor: Reginald Thompson, Georgia VBOC Director 📅 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday, December 10, 2025 (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) Recurrence: Occurs every day, effective 12/10/2025 until 12/11/2025, from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) ⏰ There will be pre-assigned breaks between each Module and Lunch Break from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM (both days) 📚Topics will include: · What is Entrepreneurship? · Idea vs. Business Opportunity? · Doing Your Market Research – Customers and Industry · The Economics of Small Business · Selecting The Correct Legal Structure · Financing Your Venture · Business Planning · SBA Resources for You 🔗#smallbusiness #startups #entrepreneurship #veterans #Milspouses #governmentcontracting #LegalSupport #womensbusinesscenter #SBDC #accesstocapital

As a veteran business owner, you know that entrepreneurship can sometimes feel like a solitary journey. If you've ever wanted to connect with fellow veteran entrepreneurs to share challenges, insights, and successes, now is your chance! You are invited to join the monthly Shop Talk session, where you'll have the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, gain valuable knowledge, and shape the topics of future meetings to address what's most important to you and your business. This will be a great opportunity for veteran business owners to grow stronger together as you navigate the road to success. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2025 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Pacific Time (so that's 9:00-10:00 PM Eastern Time) Online via Zoom REGISTER HERE: https://sba-vboc.ecenterdirect.com/events/36327

🚀Free, 2-Day, Boots to Business (B2B) Entrepreneurship Workshop, 25-26 November 2025, hosted by Fort Stewart, Georgia SFL-TAP Academy | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM both days! 💰“Funded in part by a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.” Total of 12 participants 👨🏻‍🏫Instructor: Georgia VBOC Instructor: Scott Ross 🪖This training is offered to all Active Duty Service members, Transitioning, National Guard, Reservists, Veterans of all eras, and their spouses are eligible to participate. 📚�Topics will include: · What is Entrepreneurship? · Idea vs. Business Opportunity? · Doing Your Market Research – Customers and Industry · The Economics of Small Business · Selecting The Correct Legal Structure · Financing Your Venture · Business Planning · SBA Resources for You 🔗#smallbusiness #startups #entrepreneurship #veterans #Milspouses #governmentcontracting #LegalSupport #womensbusinesscenter #SBDC #accesstocapital 🌐SBA: https://sba.my.site.com/s/ Georgia VBOC: https://gavectr.org/VBOC/ SCORE: https://score.org SBDC: https://americassbdc.org APEX Accelerators: https://lnkd.in/g3xFd3zB ACE/WBC: https://aceloans.org MSU-RR: https://lnkd.in/gPJWPBYC Onward to Opportunity: https://lnkd.in/ec2ZpbG7

If you are still interested in attending our free, two-day Boots to Business (B2B) - Reboot Workshop. And by all means, please, feel free to share this information. Boots to Business (B2B) -Reboot 2-day Workshop Start your entrepreneurship journey with Boots to Business or Boots to Business-Reboot, a foundational entrepreneurial education and training program for transitioning service members, including National Guard and Reserve, Veterans of all eras, and spouses. ”Funded in part by a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.” 💻The Georgia VBOC at the Georgia VECTR Center | Virtual - Boots to Business (B2B) - Reboot | Intro to Entrepreneurship 👨🏾‍🏫Hosted by: The Georgia VBOC at the Georgia VECTR Center | Reginald Thompson, Director, GA VBOC 💡Expert speakers: Wednesday, 17 December 🗣️12:00 PM - Lyonel Jose Jr. Founder & CEO & Heather Celani - CFO | Diamond Elite Business Solutions, LLC - Glen Burnie, Maryland "We specialize in developing resilient business solutions because nothing in nature respects weakness." 📅 08:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday, 17 December 2025 (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) Recurrence: Occurs every day, effective 12/17/2025 until 12/18/2025, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) ⏰ There will be pre-assigned breaks between each Module and Lunch Break from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM (both days) 📚Topics will include: · What is Entrepreneurship? · Idea vs. Business Opportunity? · Doing Your Market Research – Customers and Industry · The Economics of Small Business · Selecting The Correct Legal Structure · Financing Your Venture · Business Planning · SBA Resources for You 💻Join the meeting from the link. Meeting link: https://cgtc.webex.com/cgtc/j.php?MTID=m1de05d9160ad6827f16a705e5f8b85dd Meeting number: 2865 073 9596 Password: 6727XXq7gMS