Failure we can do alone, but success always takes help. Today marks Day 2 of the Boots to Business Reboot Workshop, and it is a masterclass in bringing together our phenomenal military entrepreneurs, both veterans and spouses, civilian business professionals and community leaders. Thanks to the amazing workshop leader, Reginald Thompson, the Director of the Georgia VBOC, located in Warner Robins, together with the incredible speakers Rikki Waite, April Berry, Jerrel Joyner, A’Kira Foster, and great classroom entrepreneurs. Sharing is caring, so I wanted to share a few things that y’all might find helpful too, so here goes:
- U.S. Small Business Administration Veterans Business Outreach Centers (VBOCs) - These centers provide no-cost services to transitioning service members, veterans, guard/reserve members and their spouses with business and entrepreneurship training.
- SCORE - Free mentorship with industry experts to help you start, run, grow, or successfully exit your business. You will receive guidance from experienced mentors and practical training designed for small business owners.
- ACE (Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs) - Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs has helped North Georgia and metro Atlanta’s entrepreneurs survive and thrive for 25 years with a commitment to providing affordable loans to underserved small and medium businesses.
- My Grandma’s Empanadas, for y’all living in Georgia, or anyone driving through Macon on I-75, it is worth a detour for a lunch stop.
- Museum of Aviation - Free to tour and free parking with the mission to ignite the spark of curiosity and fascination in every visitor who walks through our doors.
Opportunity is everywhere … and there are people and programs to help you achieve your business goals.