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IBSA invites both individuals and businesses to learn more about our work in the communities we serve. IBSA is a Kansas nonprofit agency that provides employment and training services to youth deemed at-risk, low-income adults and emerging entrepreneurs. Recognized as a veteran resource partner by the Kansas Department of Commerce Office of Minority/Women Business Development, Network Kansas and KCSourceLink.com, our agency has assisted many in their quest to bettering their lives through training, development and support services. Since 1993, we have been helping people and other government and nonprofit agencies by providing career counseling, job search assistance, entrepreneurial training and access to compiled statistical or data research. Kansas Small Business Promotions is the business promotions division of IBSA, Inc., a nonprofit organization comprised of small business owners, business professionals and associates representing various non-profit organizations and social networks. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership The Air Force gave me the opportunity to travel to countries where being in business was a necessity to survival. Military life gave me a discipline and ability to look strategically and tactically at situations in order to better make decisions. I have been in business for over 16 years.

Veterans for Diversity was originally Vets Do Ask Do Tell, formed in 2008 to support LGBT veterans. The name was change at the end of DADT to be more inclusive. Our focus has changed to emotional healing and veteran educational assistance. Moving forward we are reaching out to these veterans through programs that educate the public such as our Diversity Seminars and Guest Speakers, healing retreats and a scholarship fund to suppliment our veterans education. We have expanded our board of directors and staff to support these programs. Be part of this movement by volunteering, becoming a member or donating to our programs. Let's show our veterans we care. All members and staff are volunteers, and there are no paid positions, all funds are in support of our veterans. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership I am one of the founders of the organization. Myself and two other founders saw a need in helping LGBT veterans get over the stigma of Don't Ask Don't Tell and the fears of the VA carrying forward the policy. Since 2008 we have grown from a website providing information to a national organization helping veterans with services provided by the VA.

Dryhootch of America, a veterans non profit employs veterans, disabled veteran to provide coffee services including coffee roasting, coffee for brewing, bags of coffee, coffee supplies, etc.

The Veterans Employment Alliance is a nationwide workforce readiness, research, development and mentoring network that matches Veterans with hiring managers from some of the largest corporations for the purpose of finding a career and not just a job. Transitioning from the military to the civilian sector can be difficult, but the VEA is dedicated to helping Veterans develop the valuable relationships, key skills and action plans needed for success in private enterprise. Anyone that has served in the military is eligible to apply. Those who deployed in support of OIF/OEF, those with service connected disabilities, and surviving spouses are all given preference in the program. PARTICIPATION IS FREE. The National Headquarters for the VEA is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and active in Illinois, Minnesota, Arizona and Kansas and expanding throughout the United States. For Veterans who live outside these areas, we offer a robust E-mentoring program. While not a "job placement program," the VEA aims to strengthen the relationship between Americas leading corporations and those that have served our country by teaching Veterans through the eyes of the employer how to find a career and not just a job. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership The Military training and discipline coupled with hard work, long hours and camaraderie were influential in building fortitude, preparedness and can-do attitudes in me for life after the military. Being thankful for our freedoms by knowing the cost involved from fighting for America.

The Institute For Veterans Education & Training (iVet) helps Veterans, transitioning Active Duty, Reserve/Guard, Spouses & Dependents with education and training. We offer one-on-one coaching, resume review, interviewing techniques, webinars, and many other services to help obtain your dream job and successfully transition into the civilian sector. We are a National Non-Profit with our HQ in Newport News so if you are cps'ing home or need help in another state please do not hesitate to contact us!

The Veteran Employment Representative at the Vermont Department of Labor: we give priority to qualified veterans when referring individuals to job openings, DOL funded training programs or related services. In accordance with the implementation of the Veterans' Priority Provisions of the "Jobs for Veterans Act" (PL 107-288), qualified veterans will receive priority referral to services over non-veterans as determined by each program's mandatory eligibility criteria. Veteran Employment Specialist are available to give Veterans one on one personal assistance for their job search. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Veteran of near 28 years service.

The Girard Foundation is a community rehabilitation program providing job coaching and assistance for veterans. We also operate a Sing Along program as music therapy for veterans in inbound facilities.

Operation Veterans Hope is a 501c3 organization that helps to provide services, including but not limited to: reintegration assistance for veterans, job placement, training, re-training, entrepreneurship guidance, counseling services facilitation, and one of the most important, Construction services for wounded warriors. Operation Veterans Hope's goal is to promote public awareness and support for our military veterans, as well as their families. The intent of our campaign is to be pro active supporters of the men and women in our military, in our communities, across Texas and the United States. Operation Veterans hope is driven and managed by Military veterans who have served in Iraq.

Warriors That Farm changes lives by teaching the Organic Lifestyle of health and well being to Veterans (Warriors.) We are value added, sustainable working farm where American veterans of any period conflicts are provided education and fulfillment with the goal being a permanent source of sustainable income-the family farm. Through a developing network of Farmers and Ranchers, help is given to transition these veterans into the community. If you're a veteran looking for a fresh start and a first-class opportunity to learn how to farm sustain-ably ... Welcome! You are at the right place. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership I believe I'm a better businessman in spite of my military training, but if I'm wrong it's because of the self discipline that was codified in USMC Boot Camp.

We Got Your Six is a veteran owned IRS recognized 501(c)(3) public charity with a mission to help get homeless veterans off the streets. We are not a homeless shelter, we are a homeless veterans transition center. We will be teaching them how to grow their own food and work with animals. It will be up to the veterans living on the ranch to make it self sufficient, so it will help give them a sense of purpose and pride when they succeed. Helping to rebuild their confidence. We will also help them build resumes, find jobs, transportation, and places to live. They will be required to take money management and budgeting classes as well. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership I was an instructor that trained soldiers to deploy, so that made me good at teaching large groups of people. It also made me get out of my comfort zone, because some outranked me, and I had to learn how to talk to them with respect, while being their instructor. It made me grow. I was also an NCO, and had to work with people from different backgrounds to make the mission work and lead them to success.

The mission of the Veterans Welcome Home and Resource Center is to assist our local honorably discharged veterans with job placement, filing claims with the Veterans Administration, help those veterans who find themselves in deep financial difficulty, and to temporarily shelter those veterans who are homeless until permanent housing can be secured. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Serving homeless veterans has been an absolute honor. With that said, the Veterans Welcome and Resource Center(VWHRC) is going to end veteran homelessness in Horry County SC.

Tri-County Veterans Resource Center’s mission is to provide veterans and their families with the information, skills, and resources necessary to assist them in acquiring services, along with the benefits to which they are entitled. Our Services: *Help Veterans apply for Health Care and Benefits online through the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs *Employment Contacts *Entrepreneurship/Small Business Labs *Women Veteran Support Group *Workshops *Financial Literacy *Basic Living Skills *Nutritional Information

Great news for South Carolina especially for local military, Veterans and their families. The popular and award winning program, HirePatriots.co, has made its way to South Carolina. It is a free website for residents and employers to use when they need help and want to show their appreciation for Veterans and military members. It is a free job board that list one day jobs, part time and full time jobs for Veterans and their families. The individual or business list the one day, part time or full time job at no cost and Veterans check the listings to see what they would be qualified to do and apply directly. The one offering the job would pay the Veteran directly. It helps our local military and also helps the economy. The National website (HirePatriots.com) has olisted over 500,000 jobs and helps thousands of Veterans and families throughout the year. We are listed in the top 1% of webpage traffic in the USA. Go to HirePatriots.com and select South Carolina under the locations tab. Select post a job to list your job whether it be a one day job painting, landscape, auto repair, office work, house cleaning, moving, hauling and etc. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership My training throughout the military gave me a new perspective on what attention to detail consist of and how to delegate for better results.

Dog Tags to Desktops is a career transition service for veterans. We offer assistance in career exploration, resume writing, interview skills, job planning, job searches, college searches, college applications, GI Bill benefits, & more. Whatever your goals are, we’re here to help get you there. Let us help you plan for the future. The Dog Tags program is an extension of the Keystone College Veteran Services Office and is located on campus in Patrick Hall.

The mission of Operation First Response, Inc (OFR) is to serve all branches of our nation's Wounded Warriors and their families with personal and financial needs. Services are provided from the onset of injuries or illness, throughout their recovery period and along their journey from military life to the civilian world. Financial aid varies as each case is based on individual needs ranging from rent, utilities, vehicle payments, groceries, clothing, and travel expenses.

Pennsylvania Veterans Chamber of Commerce: Our mission is simple; we are a non-profit organization with the purpose to advance the economic opportunities of U.S. military veterans through support in promoting, developing, managing, and creating opportunities for veterans in business. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership The Pennsylvania Veteran Chamber of Commerce is a chamber of commerce built by veterans for veterans. We represent a strong group of Service Disabled Veteran, and non-veteran business owners as well as our Veteran and non Veteran business owners who are committed to the ongoing success of our fellow Veterans across Pennsylvania. If your not a member then go to www.pavcoc.org and sign up. "WE GOT YOUR SIX"

HDVNW Foundation is a local non-profit organization that assists homeless disabled veterans in Oregon and SW Washington rehabilitate their lives. We assist them with getting their feet back on the ground one step at a time. We work with the veteran to better their vocational skills, assist with local job placement, temporary housing for the veteran and much more. Contact Homeless Disabled Veterans of the NorthWest Foundation today at: (503) 662-8408.

Providing temporary and permanent housing for veterans along with job services and community

Vets 4 Vets Inc is a Non-Profit Organization that assist Homeless Veterans and those at Risk of becoming homeless with Temporary Transitional Housing, Job Readiness programs, Family Reunification counseling, Veterans Information services. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership The Military taught me to Plan and stay focused on the goals I wish to accomplish above all to never give up!

Carolina Veterans Support Group, Inc., when a Veteran prepares to leave the Military Service, they are filled with Pride and Fear. Pride in their personal accomplishments, their unit, their branch of service and finally the military as a whole. Fear because for their entire life in the service they have been led. They knew their duties and they carried them out in order to ensure the success of the Team. Now, facing civilian life for the first time in years they have been prepared by the Transition Assistance Program, but still, will they find a job? Can they find a suitable home for their growing family? What about health care, education, and all the other facets of civilian life. Will they be a part of a Team? CVSG's goal is to assist the returning young Veteran in overcoming the many obstacles facing him or her in the coming years. We shall not forget the aging Veteran Population who face different but still overwhelming difficulties. Working with local organizations, together we can re-introduce these Veterans into the life of their communities and help them assume an active and leadership position within their community. Regaining their Pride in Self! Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Platoon leader, executive officer and company commander of a rifle company in Vietnam.

The ECWDB collaborates with local businesses, government, and education partners to develop effective programs and services that improve the workforce. In doing so, we are creating a talent pipeline that will result in satisfied employers offering long-term employment and increased wage earnings. Our goal is to: *Engage business and community leaders in addressing workforce issues and promote strategies to improve basic workforce skills. *Assist job seekers with accessing the resources they need to find a great job, or to get access to education, training, and funds to get the qualifications they need. *Help employers find qualified workers and assist them with their business needs. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Helps us to recognize the unique needs of the Veteran community.

The Veterans Outreach Center in Rochester, New York is the nation's oldest community-based outreach center serving veterans and their dependents. We offer free, veteran-specific services, such as wellness and supportive services and employment resources through a seamless continuum of care designed to nurture individual potential and provide support in building a better future. The Stars & Strips Flag Store is owned and operated by the Veterans Outreach Center with the purpose of becoming a major source of financial support for the programs and services of VOC. Committed to providing quality products at competitive prices, Stars & Stripes is the only source for flags and related items that uses all proceeds to provide programs and services to the men and women who proudly served our country.

Bridging The Gap for Veterans Inc, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and a Veteran Owned Small Business. We are an organization providing Military Career Transition Coaching directly assisting military veterans and spouses by introducing them to Veteran Friendly Employers. Our goal is to create a competitive advantage and preferential hiring treatment after serving our Nation honorably, allowing all veterans a rewarding career path. We build relationships with C-level executives, human resource professionals and marketing directors to engage with military veterans and/or spouses by enabling a Career Discovery Program in a desired career area for a limited engagement. This innovative, unique and cost effective model provides a military veteran and/or spouse to be able to present themselves onsite in an environment that is subjective and informal. Bridging The Gap hosts monthly Career Transition Bootcamps on military installations and college campuses educating on the career tactics, techniques and procedures then engage with Employers in “Speed Interviewing” sessions. A very innovative way to meet HR and Hiring Managers. Veterans and Military Spouses have served our Country during a time of war and peace, now it’s time we serve them. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Provided me the discipline and passion to serve others first.

Veteran Awareness Coalition's mission is to provide veterans and their families with every resource possible to deal with post war issues and access other fellow veterans in order to create the possibility of successful reintegration and participation in life in a way that is meaningful. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership In the service I learned to be a leader and to put others before myself. This has greatly helped to take the initiative to help veterans and their families. The order and discipline instilled in me has made it possible to overcome PTSD issues and be successful.

Trident Transitions Veteran Foundation educates, connects and serves the Special Operations Forces transitioning into the civilian job market by providing free programs and services that address their needs and fill gaps in government transition assistance.

No Veteran Left Behind is dedicated to assist the men and women who served in the armed forces, and their families, to assure that they assimilate seamlessly back into civilian life and are aware of all of the services available to military veterans and their families. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership I was a U.S. Air Force accountant.

Veterans With Vision is a Veterans Advocate for employment development and business development for veterans.

Phoenix House pledges to serve the needs of homeless, unemployed and underemployed female veterans by providing self sufficiency gateways for safe housing, transportation, specialized healthcare, financial acuity, and mentorship. Phoenix House vision is to provide an all inclusive residential facility targeted for homeless female veterans to include the “Special Needs” of female veterans who have been victims of domestic violence and trauma.

MCVET provides housing, mental health services, employment, education, substance abuse support, financial stability, case management, benefits counseling, support groups, after care and now Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).

GallantFew, Inc helps veterans transition from active duty by matching them in one-on-one hometown mentoring relationships with similar veterans, with an initial focus on Special Operations veterans. We also provide Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business education and coaching and support the National Warfighter led by Army veteran Boone Cutler.

Heroes to Homeless is a non-profit organization. We are a Veterans organization for the sole purpose so the Veteran’s that we house and provide jobs for can receive pay for their work. We purchase homes and fix them up to provide housing for Veteran’s. The companies we use are owned by Veteran’s and have agreed to hire these Veteran’s that come through our program. Though our program is mainly focused towards Veterans some of our services will be open to the public. Heroes to Homeless' MISSION: Helping Our Military Veterans Establish Life Essentials to be Successful and Self-Sustaining Our Mission is to rehabilitate, provide housing and transitional housing for Veterans, Homeless Veterans and Veterans with disabilities. We will actively seek jobs for each Veteran coming through our program and offer training of new skills were we can. Thus showing them they can be an active part in today’s society. We have partnered with several companies who will also provide jobs for any Veteran coming through our program. This Program will help reduce the Veterans Administration’s cost in Homeless grant cost and programs eventually each year.

Elder Heart produces public art to expose the suicide epidemic of veterans. Our hope is simply this: Lets raise interest in our communities and local artisans. Lets pay respect to our warriors and be the change we need in our lives by taking action, by making steps and by having something which recognizes our belief in ourselves and the members of our home. We will take responsibility for ourselves and our lives. Elder Heart is just a facilitator of what we already are and want to be. We will create works of public art for the purpose of healing our community and empowering our veterans through the experience of creating art. It is false to think that the pain of war is a veteran’s problem. It is a cultural and human problem that affects everyone. We are here in order to create a healing experience for others, we need to experience it for ourselves as well. -22 veterans commit suicide every day. 8,030 per year 2.5 times more than those who died on 9/11 This is a national epidemic!

Veteran's Knowledge On-line (VKO) Founded 1 January 2012, Veterans Knowledge Online (VKO) is dedicated to the men and women who've bravely served their country in the armed forces. The organizations unique purpose is to provide emergency financial assistance and relief to Armed Force Reservist, Veterans, and Disabled Veterans. Our mission is to ensure all veterans and their families obtain immediate resources at their fingertips. Veterans Knowledge Online (VKO) continue to emerge having successfully assisted service members, veterans, and their families with emergency financial assistance, housing and shelter, job resources, resume building, mock interviews, and VA Benefits. Our organization aims to provide global assistance to all veterans throughout the world. VKO has partnered with the Department of Defense, One Savvy Veteran, and VA transition Consultant. VKO Resources * Veterans Emergency Financial Assistance * Veterans Job Fair Announcements * Federal Resume Building and Mock Interviews * Department of Veterans Affairs: VA Benefits and Entitlements * VA Compensation and Pension, Guidelines * VA Educational Entitlements, Guidelines * USAR Recovery Care Coordinators (State Wide Line of Duty POC) * E-benefits Guidelines and Web access assistance * Veterans Discounts (List of Stores and Locations) * Veteran's Discount Card, Guidelines and Locations * Veterans Job Fair Announcements (State Wide) * Veteran's Driver's License, Guidelines * Vet Center Ref Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Having served 15 faithful years both Army active duty and reserves Human Resource Staff Sergeant, the military prepared me for the Civil Service through ample training on various travel, finance, information management, and medical systems. It has been an honor to serving and obtaining skills that will last throughout my civilian career.

The mission of Phenix Legacy is to serve those who have served through empowerment and mentorship. We do this by providing temporary and/or long-term resources, services, and support to military veterans, first responders, and their families, who find themselves transitioning, regardless of circumstances or cause. Phenix Legacy provides mentorship and encouragement in conjunction with access to a range of services which include, peer or group mentoring, social and networking events, employment readiness assistance & training, linkage to VA benefits & mental health services, direct connection to academic resources, access to local, state, and federal service member benefits and other services that promote empowerment, self-reliance, and independence that support economic, academic, and personal advancement. In 2016, Phenix Legacy was founded to address the needs of the service member community. An organized nonprofit in the State of Illinois and a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit established to help military veterans, first responders, and their families navigate the gaps experienced during difficult transitions that so often act as an obstacle to empowerment and advancement.

Chi - Vets provides employment assistance, organizes hiring events and job fairs, and provides seminars and workshops. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Give me the exposure that is needed to expand.

We are a non-judgmental, multicultural nonprofit organization whose mission is to eliminate the plight of the homeless, racial inequalities, social injustice, minimize incarceration rates, reduce substance abuse and promote diversity. MNK My Neighbors Keeper Corp. is a voice for those whose voices have been silenced through victimization of homelessness, violence, abuse, or crime. MNK supports and promotes recovery the process for all races, religious backgrounds, gender, and age groups and their families by incorporating peer directed and operated services, advocacy, growth development, and crime, substance abuse and gang prevention from participation in individual or group lead environments.

Vision Outreach Inc. was founded by Leonard Morgan, a veteran with more than 30 years of experience in the logistics field. Mr. Morgan's vision was to assist disenfranchised veterans, homeless veterans and their families with housing, counseling, peer support, advocacy, transportation and mental health issues that they deal with on a day to day basis. These veterans have fought in Afghanistan, Iraq and other places to protect our country and they deserve to be treated with respect, honesty, empathy, integrity and pride. Vision Outreach Inc. will be a center for veterans to accomplish goals while at the same time receiving services for their active duty contribution to the United States Armed Forces. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership My military service has prepared me to be a better business owner because I am a disabled veteran and I have the experience to serve other veterans. I have that experience because of my honesty, empathy, respect, integrity and pride that I have endured in the Armed Forces by being a retired veteran with 30 years of experience and dealing with veterans on a one on one and group environments. My organization is structured to assist veterans and if not, refer them to other resources.

HHUSA's mission is to provide career placement assistance to all of our returning service men and women. The HHUSA program focuses on providing transition assistance to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom veterans, specializing in the career placement of those injured or with any level of disability. HHUSA serves veterans from all branches of the military: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Reservists and Coast Guard. A mission-focused, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit program, the services provided by Hire Heroes USA are done so at no cost to veterans or hiring companies.

Share the Dream Foundation Inc's mission is to promote success and healing within the Veteran communities of Clayton, DeKalb, Fulton and Henry Counties. We help veterans help themselves by providing food, clothes, counseling, education, and we do whatever is needed to help get veterans off the streets, in stable employment, and get their benefits so they can be independent and re-enter the community. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership After 20 years of the military I have the leadership, patient and desire!

Connecting Warriors and their families who live in the Greater Augusta area of Georgia and South Carolina (CSRA) with resources that improve their lives. Augusta Warrior Project’s model is based on developing a proactive relationship with Warriors in order to prevent or mitigate life crisis by holistically addressing issues early and collectively with our partners. Warrior assistance is coordinated by Augusta Warrior Project advocates. Our collaborative relationships with local, state, and national organizations ensures the well-deserved support for our Warriors and their families. The Augusta Warrior Project specializes in serving those who served with Benefits, Education, Employment, Housing and Supportive Services. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Gold Star Daughter, Military Kid, Army Spouse, Air Force Officer (Serving for 25 plus years), Executive Director for the Augusta Warrior Project (AWP). The military is what I live and breathe, it's what I do! Spent many years teaching at the US Air Force Academy, spent many years in the joint community and have a strong passion for the well being of all who served and their families. With the right collaborative efforts, we can assist all who served to create the life they want and deserve!

Patriot Placements is committed to serving the military community by working with the business community to promote job placement and economic independence to our nation’s heroes and their spouses. We are a nonprofit 501c3 based out of South Florida providing resume building, interview coaching, LinkedIn assistance and job search services for U.S. veterans and their spouses nationwide at no cost.

Osceola Developmental Center, Inc helps people with disability get employed.

HirePatriotsFL.com provides active duty members, veterans, and their families employment assistance opportunities within the state of Florida. HirePatriots Florida provides an online portal for residents to post one-day jobs and for businesses to post employment opportunities.

Vetmade Industries, Inc. (501c3) Non-Profit Mission: Provide exceptionally qualified workers to business and industry after an intensive 5-month paid vocational on the job training program. Partner with local businesses to teach disabled veterans a valuable skill and trade; along with other business and industrial skills in order to prepare the veteran for his or her re-entry into the work force. The goal of Vetmade Industries is not solely to teach veterans technical skills, rather to prepare them for long-term careers. Currently, Vetmade is operating a woodworking shop in Tampa Florida; proceeds from the sale of our hand-made items goes back to the veterans in the form of wages and training; as well as ensuring we can continue to provide services to the disabled veterans in the Tampa area. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership After over 27 years service, I have an appreciation for the sacrifices our veterans have endured. To find disabled and unemployed veterans unable to find work is unacceptable to me. Military service ingrains a life-long work ethic which puts service above personal comfort; my business is just a continuation of my service to my country.

Brevard Veteran Initiative, Inc. is a non-profit organization that was formed to collaborate with other organizations to help "fill in the gaps" in helping Veterans and their family members. Providing the resources to help them transition to a better living. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership I was an Air Force Chaplain Assistant for 24 years...I have a passion for helping people - especially my fellow veterans and family members. Since I was assigned to a helping agency in the Air Force - that prepared me on how to best help people in crisis and/or in need of help. I was trained in volunteer recruiting, training and management. A myriad of training in accounting programs, suicide prevention/intervention and crisis management and managing personnel.

The USGBC Green Veterans Group is dedicated to helping our Nation's heroes learn about sustainable building and green living, while helping ease the hardship of military-to-civilian transition. By empowering Veterans to become volunteer leaders in their communities, we nurture opportunities for continuing education, networking, employment, corporate engagement and green entrepreneurship. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership A proud Veteran and the founder of the Green Veterans Group, Brian Sales has more than nine years of experience in the US Army, including one tour in Kosovo and two combat tours in Iraq in support of "Operation Iraqi Freedom". Brian has supervised and trained personnel in supply management, vehicle operations/maintenance, security and safety operations, and combat operations. While serving as a Warrior Leadership Course instructor, Brian was recognized for teaching, coaching, mentoring and counseling future leaders, and achieving 95+% academic average for all graduating students. Brian's strengths include safety and security consulting, project management, technical and tactical planning, construction management, alternative and renewable energy management, and sustainability. He is passionate about assisting fellow Veterans by introducing them to green building and sustainable practices. Brian currently Chairs the USGBC South Florida Chapter's Green Veterans Group, and is leading

Veterans Services of America offers housing for homeless Veterans / Helping Veterans get there first house / Jobs / Support Services. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership I served as a Sargent in a NCO school. My Job was to train our next leaders of men. After leaving the USAF I made my mission to help our men coming home.

Veterans Transitional Housing Facility Phone Office: 321-409-8167 Phone Day Room: 321-953-8085 "VETERANS HELPING VETERANS" The Veterans Transitional Facility (Fee Avenue in Melbourne) is a temporary shelter for homeless veterans with their immediate families. The purpose of the Facility is to provide for the immediate needs of homeless veterans while permitting them to search for work, and once employed, to save enough money to acquire living quarters and transportation The Facility consists of ten apartments housed in two buildings which can accommodate up to nineteen residents. In addition to the living areas there is a dayroom, a commercial kitchen for preparing meals, and a storeroom for storing food and other supplies. The Requirements for admission into the Facility Are: * Be a Veteran or the immediate family with a Veteran and be able to prove it. * Be indigent or be able to demonstrate a valid need for assistance. * Be Drug and Alcohol free. * Be able to care for one's own personal needs. "Operations" The Facility is staffed by a Director/Case Manager, Resident Facility Manager, and a part-time cook to prepare meals for the residents. These personnel are supervised by the Veterans Assistance Program Committee of the Vietnam and All Veterans of Brevard, Inc. Residents are provided with all personal items including clothing, if that is necessary. During their stay at the facility they are required to search for work and to obtain employment within a reasonable length of tim

Sister of N.E.W., training female veterans, low income women, and women on welfare. Sister of N.E.W. will be uniquely positioned to help unions, contractor and Developer's employ more trades women. Sister Of New will improve Florida's Construction industry workforce by, preparing reliable, motivated individuals for the skilled trades. Sister of Nontraditional Employment for Women Institutionalizing nontraditional employment focuses the workforce development and welfare systems on what they should be doing-moving families out of poverty by training women for self-sufficiency wage jobs with a future. We can improve low-income individuals' access to higher-wage employment.

Heroes Place, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) non profit established to help homeless and low-income veterans transition from dependence to independence. We are a resource center helping with employment related needs, applying for VA benefits, education, etc. We also refer veterans to treatment, housing, etc. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership My military service made everything that people see before them. My military service gave me the skills to do what I do, so much so that is why I give back to those that I love dearly. I work very hard for the veterans and veterans use all services free of charge. I just have to get donations up so we can stay in business for the veterans that need us so much.

Gray Consulting, LLC is a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business Concern committed to providing specialized consulting services to Federal, State and local government departments and agencies and private sector clients in the area of Position Management and the Classification of Job Descriptions to ensure compliance with Federal Regulations. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership The experience has thought me the true meaning of team work and partnership.

The Delaware Center for Homeless Veterans, Inc. (DCHV) is an IRS 501(c) (3) Veterans-specific nonprofit. THE MISSION of the Delaware Center for Homeless Veterans, Inc. is to provide safe and affordable permanent housing for homeless Veterans, men, women and low-income Veterans and their families at-risk of homelessness, coupled with supportive services to assist in improving their lives, fostering the development of their economic self-sufficiency and independence, improving the quality of services we provide and strengthening the agencies and community in which we work. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership My Air Force experience taught me how to be a team player, role player and as needed to assume the role of leader. It has given me a greater since of accomplishment through training and instilled in me an understanding of fellow Veterans and military culture allowing me to communicate with Veterans on all levels as well as the decision makers in private and public corporations, foundations and government.

At New London Veterans Organization, we develop programs to educate, mentor and advocate for at risk adults; our objective is to prevent further deterioration in New London County and increase quality of life with a commitment to excellence, innovation and integrity. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership My Military service was the driving force in starting New London Veterans Organization. Everything I have experienced through the Army as well as my encounters as a Veterans has brought me to the point I'm at in my life at this moment. The most important thing I learned though my Military experience is loyalty... without a sense of loyalty to my country and my community, I would not be the person I am today.

The VOA/Bill Daniels Veteran Services Center is a "one-stop" location for veterans experiencing homelessness to easily access multiple services. The main program is the Supportive Services for Veteran Families programs that assists veterans in attaining stable housing, but we also have multiple state, federal, county and non-profit partners in the building. The partners provide services for veterans, and we support their work by providing an inexpensive, "shared space" work environment as well as the rooms for meetings and events. Some of our non-profit partners include Team Rubicon, The Mission Continues, Soldiers' Angels, DU Law School's Veteran Advocacy Project and Project Sanctuary. We also have representatives from the VA programs for the homeless, Denver Human Services, Colorado Department of Labor and Employment and vet benefit reps as well. In addition, we also host a variety of community events that benefit the veteran population.

Veterans Village, Helping veterans locate jobs and assist with services that can improve their situations.

Warrior Voices is a 501c3 Non-Profit Voice Over and Voice Actor talent agency and training academy for U.S. Military Veterans and active duty military. Warrior Voices trains, equips and represents our Nation's military Veterans in the area of Voice Acting and Voice Over services.

The Working Wardrobes' VetNet program supports the men, women and families of military veterans and transitioning service members through a variety of workforce readiness services and programs. The programs that we offer: Veterans Peer Navigation, Job Training, Career Readiness, Job Placement, Professional Wardrobing, and resources for housing and behavioral health.

Housing and Employment supportive housing. Next Step Center is a division of the Vietnam Veterans of California, Inc.

The Honor Foundation (THF) is a unique transition institute created exclusively for the U.S. Special Operations community. We provide a clear process for professional development and a diverse ecosystem of world class support and technology. Every step is dedicated to preparing these outstanding men and women to continue to realize their maximum potential during and after their service career.

Supporting Our Servicemen (SOS) is a non-profit organization whose goal is to THANK and HELP the past and present servicemen and women of our Armed Forces. HOW WE WILL HELP THEM: The SOS website will be the number one portal for all local, state, national and federal programs, services, help, advice and grants available to past and present service members. We are linking tens of thousands of websites to ours and with a quick search service members will find all the help they are looking for. HOW WE WILL THANK THEM: Supporting Our Servicemen will invite businesses in America to join our organization to show their appreciation to all past and present service members by offering a discount on their services and/or products. Many companies are already doing this for active service members but not for past service members and many do it only once a year on Veterans Day. Our goal is for service members to get what they deserve 365 days a year. SOS will issue a beautiful star decal to member companies which can be placed on their storefront, digital versions will be able to be used for their website, stationary and all marketing materials. A Gold star will signify a minimum 10% discount from the member companies’ services and/or products, a Silver star will signify a minimum discount of 5% and a Bronze star will signify varying discounts on varying or services.

Veterans Preference Inc.'s mission is to prevent homelessness for female veterans. We do this by providing critical tools, education, services and training to our military women in order to strengthen their social and economic status, and to enhance and increase their personal and financial prosperity. The goal of Veterans Preference is to educate our military women in income and wealth building strategies to help increase and secure their finances, as well as the financial well-being of their future generations. Once their finances are secure, we will assist them in reaping the rewards of what they fought so hard for – a safe and secure home for themselves and their families. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership I am a U.S. Air Force veteran. From the time I entered boot camp until the time I left the military, the culture of hard work, teamwork and camaraderie was paramount to me. This has carried over to my business life. I enjoy what I do - I enjoy working with others. Being a business owner gives me the opportunity to assist and work with the people I enjoy - active duty military and veterans. God bless our military!

Founded in 2010, the National Veterans Transition Services, Inc. (NVTSI) is a San Diego-based 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to assisting veterans in adjusting to civilian life and securing meaningful employment by combining best-practice performance social solutions and techniques. The organization was established by a group of retired high-ranking Naval and Marine Corps officers and workforce development professionals who seek to fill a tremendous gap in veteran transition services where government-ran programs fall short. The mission of NVTSI is to assist veterans in making a successful transition from military service to civilian life, with all veterans achieving, within their potential, their goals in the transition domains of employment and career, education, living situation, personal effectiveness/wellbeing, and community-life functioning. To accomplish our mission, NVTSI developed a groundbreaking and comprehensive military transition program called the REBOOT Workshop™ designed to scientifically address the personal and social aspects of transition, targeted at increasing the self-esteem and self-efficacy of veterans.

Veteran Charities Initiative designs change-management strategies to attract, interview, hire, place, train, and retain women veterans at every level within an organization. We build alliances and partnerships with vetted companies and organizations providing opportunities, resources, services, and products that will enhance and sustain the lives of women veterans and the communities they live in and serve. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership My military service has given me a unique appreciation for the value of life, the ability to think quickly on my feet and survive in the heat of fire makes veterans especially well-suited for entrepreneurship.

The mission of the Green Hope Veterans is to enable homeless veterans, seniors, and youth to become self-sufficient by providing them with: job training counseling housing referrals scholarships.

Veteran Transition Support (VTS) an Orange County 501(c)(3) Non Profit. Our goal is to help veterans at No Cost obtain meaningful employment through one-on-one job search mentoring, networking assistance, and sponsorship of employment related resources that remove barriers and make veterans qualified for jobs such as Security Officer Training, OSHA Safety Cards, State License Fees, LEAN Continuous Improvement Training, Forklift Certifications, Tools, Work Boots, gas cards and bus passes to sustain the jobs they land.

Workshops for Warriors is a Board-governed nonprofit organization that provides vocational training to returning, wounded and disabled veterans of the US Armed Services. Workshops for Warriors has been granted non-profit designation from the State of California and has 501 (c) 3 designation from the Internal Revenue Service.

America ICARE is devoted to providing educational and transitional support, as well as a wide array of services, to veterans, active-duty military members, and even their families as they build their civilian careers.

HirePatriots is a unique free job board for US Military, veterans and their spouses. HirePatriots provides "One Day" jobs for US Military members to earn $$ when they are off duty. HirePatriots. We provide one of the largest Full Time job boards in the world. We host military marriage retreats. We offer online counseling for PTSD and marriage/family. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership This is required: Every US Veteran, especially combat veterans, must be given an opportunity to receive full time employment when transitioning from the military. This is our nation’s and every patriotic citizen’s duty. This is the quid pro qou that we citizens must provide for these stalwart defenders of our freedom, peace and safety. It is our responsibility to do all that we can to insure that these young men and women have means of supporting themselves and their families when they return.

The vision of the Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce is to be the most Veteran supportive organization in the state of Arizona and for Arizona to be the most Veteran supportive state in the nation. The SWVCC mission is to improve business opportunities and enhance the economic environment of Veterans, Veteran Owned and Veteran Supportive businesses in the Southwestern United States.

We are a new 501 c (3) and still doing the leg work to launch a national level organization. Our mission is to create gainful employment for veterans and their family members in all 50 states. We will be vetting and hiring veterans/families to serve as helping hands in their zip codes. For some veterans it will be a forever career and for transitioning veterans it can be a bridge to a career of their choice. Our website is evolving and the place to keep an eye on our progress. We are intentionally going slow in order get this right for our fellow veterans. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Self discipline and to take charge to get the job done.

In addition to building houses and ramps, Operation Enduring Gratitude plans to partner with two other Valley nonprofits, Rebuilding Together Valley of the Sun and West-MEC School District to create a five-month job training program for veterans interested in a career in construction. It's called Operation (Re)boot. Veterans will be trained in a range of employable construction skills and will have opportunities to meet with career service counselors and interview with top construction companies in the Valley after completing the program. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership In the military, people are taught self-reliance and taking pride in the uniform, but Ellis said the same mentality that led to success during service can be harmful in civilian life because nobody will ask for help. "It's a double-edged sword," he said. "The pride got us to the pinnacle of our career is the pride that keeps us independent. And, sometimes, we can't do it all ourselves."

Stellar Care 4 Veterans is a Wellness Retreat for Veterans challenged with PTSD. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership Discipline and being a person of action, which was learned from the military.

Objective Homefront is a 501 c 3 non-profit organization located in Alabaster, Alabama. Our organization was founded in 2015. We are helping veterans file their benefit paperwork and register with the VA. We offer legal assistance to veterans. Our goal is to provide counseling, assist in creating resumes, aid in job placement, and place them in long-term housing to support their efforts in recovery from the wars they fought for us and the battlefield in their minds. Comments on the Military and Business Ownership The military taught me leadership skills. I was deployed twice, once to Iraq and once to Afghanistan. I came home eager to help veterans convert back to civilian life.

Operation Stand Down Huntsville Inc helps the less fortunate veterans in North Alabama re-establish ties and re-integrate back into the community. Operation Stand Down Huntsville's Mission Operation Stand Down Huntsville assists Veterans so that they can once again be self-sustaining and better connected to the community. Operation Stand Down Huntsville's Intent To host a world-class, low-key and purpose driven three day event to provide outreach, information, and a variety of social services for this area's homeless veterans. Our ultimate intent and goal is to give veterans in need the tools to rejoin their community as productive, responsible citizens. Our true success comes when a veteran in need moves on to a renewed life within the community.