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- They keep winning. When a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture collaborates across expertise, the results aren’t just impressive — they redefine what veteran-led teams can achieve in the government contracting arena. Artemis ARC, a […]
- Over the years, I’ve watched the veterinary field evolve from closely held, locally rooted clinics to a landscape where corporate practices increasingly rise to the top. For veteran entrepreneurs, this shift isn’t just a trend […]
- When a government agency like the Department of Homeland Security taps a private company for sensitive work, it’s not just a win for that firm; it signals a bigger shift in the market dynamics that […]
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- Technology work rewards people who keep learning. The tools change, the expectations change, and the problems that companies ask their technical teams to solve get … Read more The post How Continuing Education Can Expand […]
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- Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how organizations understand data, evaluate risks, optimize operations, and make critical business decisions. As AI moves from experimentation into everyday enterprise environments, organizations are looking for more than powerful algorithms. […]
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From aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners to career professionals, volunteers, and hobbyists: whatever your path, we are here to support your journey with the resources you need to thrive.
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- This woman-owned small business (WOSB), and economically disadvantaged woman-owned small business (EDWOSB) with over 20 years of experience in …
- Kani built his independent, Black-owned fashion company without an established blueprint. The designer said that when he entered the industry …
- The works were made possible by Dr. Myrtis Bedolla, owner of Gallery Myrtis, a prominent Black-owned art gallery in Baltimore that exclusively …
- Elite is one of the few Black-owned brokerages in the region. Earlier this summer, the firm closed its most expensive sale to date, a $5.6 million …
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VETBIZ BOOKs
Literature for the Military-Veteran Entrepreneur and Professional.
- Matthews Asia portfolio manager Andrew Mattock delivers a strategy that revolves around the world's second largest economy.
- The benchmark yield has climbed to a 19-year high, fueled by sticky inflation, heavy bond issuance and an AI-fueled investment boom.
- Swiss luxury watchmaker Audemars Piguet says its sales and engagement are breaking records after its risky, eye-catching Royal Pop collaboration with Swatch.
- In May, Chinese President Xi Jinping asked U.S. President Donald Trump whether the countries could avoid destructive rivalry. Now, it seems, he thinks they can
- The decision is the second in less than a month by an appeals court that states have a role in regulating sports-related event contracts.
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- Northern California-Based Franchise Owners Recognized for Embodying the Leadership, Generosity, and Community-Minded Spirit that Best Defines Franchising CHICAGO — Brian and Chris O'Keefe, multi-unit owners of BrightStar Care in Northern California, have been named 2026 Franchisees of the Year by the […]
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- Story HighlightsFranchisee group Wahi Brands opened its eighth Cheba Hut unit today, the first of a 10-unit Virginia deal in the works since 2024.“The best way to get brand awareness is by putting the product […]
- Story HighlightsThe International Franchise Association held its Washington Advocacy Summit September 14-16.During the event, White House personnel said President Donald Trump supports the American Franchise Act.The IFA hopes the bill will move through Congress after […]
- FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACT BILLING A recent poll revealed that in excess of 40% of the visitors who voted on the topics listed at this site wished to see a feature on government contract billing. Billing […]
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- INTRODUCTION To effectively market a federal government services contract a small business must sell on the basis of having a business system as well as technical performance infrastructure ready to run the job when a […]
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- The commercial, start up or growing entrepreneur may have specialized skills,products and services that could be marketable to the government but a window of opportunity or an entrance niche is sometimes difficult to locate in […]
- In the latest episode of Inc.’s Your Next Move series, Holly Thaggard talked about transforming sleepy sectors from the ground up.
- A sprawling Wendy’s franchisee that sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection earlier this month could close as many as 30 restaurants over the next few weeks as part of a cash collateral agreement, new court filings […]
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Transitioning & Retiring
Whether you’re leaving the military or you’ve already left and if you have yet to discover, returning to civilian life can be a major challenge but fear not, a little planning can alleviate unnecessary stress.
VetBiz Resources has the curated information and resources you need to aid you in having a successful civilian life, no matter your discharge type.
- At TradeTech FX 2026, Kat Furber, Global Head of FX Trading at Bloomberg, sat down with The TRADE to discuss how these changes are playing out across the FX market and what they mean for […]
- In this episode of Oscar Mike Radio, I spoke with Army veteran Mike Klein, an independent candidate for Florida’s 3rd Congressional District. Mike shared his journey from West Point to serving in Operation Desert Storm […]
- From AI infrastructure to strategic autonomy, this report looks at the forces redefining equity markets and influencing how institutional investors think about benchmarks in a more fragmented world.
- The Sentencing Project urges disability-inclusive second look laws so courts can review extreme sentences of people whose disabilities shaped their case
- In this Data in Focus episode on private markets, Leila Sadiq, Global Head of Enterprise Data Content at Bloomberg, discusses connected, consistent data as critical for understanding exposures, valuations and risk.
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INVISIBLE VETERANs
What Happens When Women Become Civilians Again Edited by Kyleanne Hunter, PhD (USMC)
Spotlights the challenges faced by our increasing cadre of military women when their service ends and they become civilians.Combining research with narrative, this book exposes common threads of lived experience and reviews the latest data on military women and their healthy reintegration into civilian society.
- 10 reasons Gen Xers are struggling to get a job (and honestly, it makes sense)
- Gen Z Is Getting Fired at Record Levels and Employers Blame These 9 Habits
- Your Office Nickname Might Mean More Than You Think
- 11 Bad Health Habits That Doctors Need You to Stop Doing ASAP
- Opinion: Why the office mandates? For many companies, it’s all about real estate.
- How the Rising Number of Bogus ‘Ghost Job’ Listings Threatens Company Reputations – Ads for jobs that don’t exist—or are never filled—keep proliferating, frustrating hiring platforms and job seekers.
- Income of Working-Age Veterans Receiving Disability Compensation: December 2023 Report (Download)
- THE EMPLOYMENT SITUATION — MARCH 2025 (Download)
- Employment Outlook 2025: Powerful Hiring Trends Shaping the Future of U.S. Industries
- Employment Projections – U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Total employment projected to increase by 5.2 million from 2024 to 2034 | Download)
- Smart Strategies For Building Passive Income In 2025
- 3 Simple Ways to Earn More From Home
- How to Build a Business That Lasts a Century and Beyond | Entrepreneur
- Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) – D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families
- VA Updates Process for Awarding Benefits to Veterans
- 14 Entrepreneur Resources for Starting a Successful Business
- 29 Tools & Resources for Today’s Entrepreneur
- Veterans Receive Free Access to Small Business Training
Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) was created by IVMF in 2007, providing foundational business education and training for Veteran entrepreneurs. - Getting Ready for the Transition! │ U.S. Veterans Magazine
The Military Spouse Transition Program (MySTeP) is made for YOU – a military spouse – to support and encourage you. - BEST Places for Disabled Veterans │ U.S. Veterans Magazine
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DID YOU KNOW?
ENTREPRENEURS WITH DISABILITIES
Entrepreneurs with disabilities are successful business owners who leverage their unique perspectives to create opportunities, with many high-profile examples like Richard Branson and Barbara Corcoran.
Resources and support exist to help them, including organizations that advocate for entrepreneurs with disabilities, funding opportunities, government contracts, and legal support for those who are self-employed and may qualify for Social Security benefits.
Examples of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities
Richard Branson: The founder of the Virgin Group, who has dyslexia, uses his experience to delegate tasks he’s not good at and focus on the big picture.
John Cronin: Co-founder of John’s Crazy Socks, who was born with Down syndrome, created a successful sock company with his father and serves as the company’s “chief happiness officer”.
Mariah Barber: Founded Invincible Strength, a platform and app designed to help people with disabilities find jobs that accommodate their needs, after personally facing employment challenges due to keratoconus.
Zeta Stevenson: A deaf entrepreneur who started her own pastry shop to provide flexibility for her family.
Sam Lawrence: An autistic individual who started a film company to develop his unique style, after being encouraged by a DVR coach.
“Twenty-five percent of CEOs are dyslexic, but many don’t want to talk about it,” Chambers, who was Cisco’s CEO between 1995 and 2005, told students at MIT last Thursday. It’s not clear where Chambers sourced his claim, but the proportion appears to gel with various pieces of research conducted on the topic.
Entrepreneurial Stories and Examples
Mariah Barber: Founded Invincible Strength, a platform to help disabled individuals find jobs, after experiencing difficulties with the accommodation process herself.
Inna and Vladimir Giterman: Both deaf, they founded Crepe Crazy, a family-run business where employees communicate using American Sign Language.
Dalton: A veteran who was medically retired, he started his own business to employ other veterans and work with the VA healthcare system, turning his experience into a way to give back.
Tiffany Yu: Founded Diversability, a community and platform to elevate disability pride after a car accident left her disabled.
Haben Girma: A deafblind lawyer and advocate, she is an example of how to overcome limitations and become a success in the legal profession, dispelling myths about the abilities of people with sensory disabilities.
Challenges and Opportunities
Barriers to funding: Securing funding through loans or venture backing can be more difficult for small business owners with disabilities.
Traditional employment challenges: Many disabled individuals choose entrepreneurship because of barriers they face in traditional employment, such as employers who are unwilling to be flexible or imagine different ways of working.
Unique perspectives: Entrepreneurial articles often emphasize that a disability can bring a unique perspective and approach to problem-solving, helping to foster innovation.
Empowerment: Going into business can be a way for disabled individuals to reclaim their identity, honor their experiences, and build community.
Resources and Support
Advocacy and organizations: Groups like 2Gether-International work to advocate for entrepreneurs with disabilities and offer resources. Other helpful organizations include the National Disability Institute.
Funding: Options include loans from lenders like the Accion Opportunity Fund, which provides small business loans, and various grant opportunities.
Government contracts: The federal government sets aside contracts for “Small Disadvantaged Businesses” and “Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses” (SDVOSB). To be eligible, your business must be 51% or more owned and controlled by a disadvantaged person or a service-disabled veteran, respectively.
Social Security benefits: If you have paid Social Security self-employment taxes, you may be eligible for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits while being self-employed.
Local Regulations: Be sure to check the specific rules and regulations for your city and county regarding licensing, permits, taxes, and zoning.
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