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JULY 2023 VETERAN SMALL BUSINESS NEWSLETTER

The UTA Veterans Business Outreach Center (UTAVBOC) region of service covers North Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma and assists Veterans, Reservist, National Guard, Active Duty Personnel and Military Spouses. As the SBA resource for Veterans, UTAVBOC is a one-stop shop to assist the military-connected community in starting and growing their businesses through education, training, advising and entrepreneurial development services.

IMPORTANT UPDATES for your small business

$5-25K Small Business Growth Fund for Entrepreneurs Small Business Loans for Veterans Small Business Recovery and Resiliancy Grants- Irving, TX USAA Pitch Competition for Military Community Free Year of LinkedIn Premium for Veterans and Military Subcontracting for Veteran Small Businesses Free Patent and Trademark Services for Veterans ChallengeHER opportunities for Women Owned Small Businesses Preparing for SBA's Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) Event SBA Training On-Demand for Loan Programs Organizations that assist Veterans in Starting Small Businesses Grow your business with Walmart's Open Call

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Upcoming Events

Considering entrepreneurship post transition but not sure if it's right for you? Need a refresher on core business strategies? Learn business basics with Boots to Business and launch your vetbiz! This no-cost “Introduction to Entrepreneurship” course introduces Active Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), Veterans of all eras, and spouses to the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to launch a business, including steps for developing business concepts, how to develop a business plan, and information on SBA resources available to help. Find a class near you!

UPCOMING CLASSES July 11-12 | Dyess AFB, Abilene, TX July 18-19 | Fort Sill, Lawton, OK July 19-20 | NASJRB Fort Worth, TX July 20-21 | Little Rock AFB, Little Rock AR July 22 Reboot | Fort Smith, AR July 25-26 | Fort Cavazos, Killeen TX July 27-28 | Fort Cavazos, Killeen TX

Come network with other veterans who are making the leap from the battlefields of corporate American to the battlefield of entrepreneurship. Learn the steps required to go from where you are to where you want to be as a business owner!

Franchising for Veterans July 20, 2023 | 1800-1930 CST- Join the UTA Veterans Business Outreach Center for their monthly Third Thursday Think Tank with guest speaker, Sara Waskow, Market President and Franchise Consultant for FranNet of Dallas-Fort Worth and Oklahoma. Franchising is more than just fast food and retail stores and many Veterans are realizing that franchise ownership could be the path to the American Dream. During this session, you will learn: • What it takes to succeed • Qualities of a good franchise system • How to solidify your financial plan • Franchising resources available for Veterans In-person and online options, available. REGISTER

Business Beyond the Battlefield Conference OCT 4-6, 2023- 2 for 1 SAVINGS EXTENDED to 07/10/2023! Are you considering entrepreneurship post-service and eager to learn if small business ownership is right for you? A start-up wanting to know your options? An existing business looking to grow with plans of expansion? You have the questions, we have the answers.

Recognized by Bunker Labs as a 2023 Top Entrepreneur Conference for the military-connected entrepreneur community, Business Beyond the Battlefield Conference is a 3-Day business development & entrepreneur educational experience for the military connected entrepreneur ecosystem. BBBC is more than a social gathering. BBBC is a movement that is choreographed to include professionally curated business-to-business networking opportunities, a small business showcase, and an entrepreneur training symposium designed to increase AWARENESS and facilitate ACCESS to entrepreneurial development resources that inspire ACTION leading to business growth. Take advantage of Independence Day Savings and get (2) tickets for the price of (1)! Savings extended to 07/10/2023.

Military Entrepreneur Challenge Join the Second Service Foundation at the Business Beyond the Battlefield Conference October 4-6, 2023 for the Military Entrepreneur Challenge (MEC) a three-part event that includes a speed coaching session, private pitch session to a judging panel, and finally an opportunity to pitch business ideas to a live audience for a chance to win a small business grant, legal services, and a PR package. Learn more and apply!

UTAVBOC's partnership with Govology provides you no-cost, online support for small businesses pursuing government contracting opportunities by connecting them with trusted knowledge, resources, experts, and support so that they may learn, prepare, connect, and win. Be unstoppable with Govology's weekly webinars, 150+ on-demand courses, and cohort programs from experienced industry professionals. Save $675 and access this content for FREE as a client of UTAVBOC. Upcoming Webinars: July 11, 12 and 13 - Compliant and Effective Teaming Agreements, Joint Ventures & Subcontracts – 3-Part Series (2023 Update) July 18 - Hiring a Strong Business Developer – How Any Company Can Hire Superstars (2023 Update) July 19 - Evolving DoD Contractor Cybersecurity Requirements (2023 Update) July 25- An Introduction to Government Small Business Certifications (2023 Update) July 27 - Suspensions, Debarment and Related Ethical Issues for Federal Contractors

Vision The Veterans Business Outreach Center University of Texas Arlington (UTAVBOC) is the premier resource for education, training and inspiration to empower the military connected community to build profitable businesses that add value to the member, their local community and the nation.

Motto/Slogan Business Beyond the Battlefield