DEC 2022
VETERAN SMALL BUSINESS NEWSLETTER
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS
As we reflect on 2022, it is evident that the ability of our military-connected community to stay resilient, ambitious and complete the mission is still in full effect. You still have time- whether it's taking that step to start your business, pivoting and adapting, making changes to your goals, or continuing right where you left off.
We stand with you and will continue to serve you as you finish out 2022 and transition into the new year.
2023 is the year of YOUR small business!
Sincerely,
Veterans Business Outreach Center at
the University of Texas at Arlington
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Upcoming Events
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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 in 2023! 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.
UPCOMING CLASSES
Browse upcoming training events and workshops in 2023 for the military-connected community related to business planning, marketing, government contracting and more!
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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.
Our monthly newsletter provides the latest updates to the military-connected community regarding resources, events, announcements and financial opportunities to assist you in your small business endeavors.
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IMPORTANT UPDATES
for your small business
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SDVOSB Opportunity at Department of Education- Maximus, a Department of Education prime contractor, is looking for opportunities to partner with SDVOSB entities to support Department of Education programs: specifically regarding Student Loan Repayment, Debt Management and Collections.
They are looking for SDVOSB small businesses within the following NAICS codes:
- 561420 Telephone Call Centers
- 561400 Business Support Services
- 561320 Temporary Help Services
- 541330 Engineering Services
- 541511 Custom Computer Programing Services
- 541512 Computer Systems Design Services
- 541519 Other Computer related Services
- 541990 All Other Professional Scientific and Technical Services
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Veteran Small Business Certification Program- As required by the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2021, VA’s Center for Verification and Evaluation will be transferred to SBA effective January 1, 2023 and is scheduled to officially begin operations and accept new applications. This program will be the Agency’s primary vehicle for handling certification for veteran-owned small businesses (VOSBs) and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs)—important classifications that enable those businesses to qualify for sole-source and set-aside federal contracting awards. For the latest information on the Veteran Small Business Certification program, visit here or email cvetransfer@sba.gov.
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Veteran Loan Fund announces its first-year results and plans for second round of funding. In its first year of operations, its members have deployed more than $15 million across the country, helping 231 businesses create or retain close to 1,200 jobs! Veterans interested in receiving financial or technical assistance can now complete a simple online assessment at www.veteranloanfund.com.
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Get one year free of LinkedIn Premium and LinkedIn Learning In collaboration with SheerID, LinkedIn offers eligible members of the U.S. military community one year of access to LinkedIn Premium. You’ll also get unlimited access to more than 10,000 courses through the LinkedIn Learning platform. Learn more
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100% Veteran Visibility Program- Free Marketing Services for Veteran Businesses. Learn more
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OCT 4-2, 2023- Did you miss your chance to invest in yourself and your small business at the 2022 Business Beyond the Battlefield Conference? Plan ahead and get #BBBC23 on your calendar for next year! Join this 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
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showcase, and an entrepreneur training symposium designed to increase AWARENESS and facilitate ACCESS to entrepreneurial development resources that inspire ACTION leading to business growth. Save $200 with super early-bird registration!
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DEC 6 | 4pm ET- Learn about important updates for the SBA's new Veteran Small Business Certification Program and reveal the SBA's certification application portal in a live demonstration. The demonstration will be followed by a Q&A period.
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The application deadline is December 8.
Up to 50 participants will receive access to mentors, educational programming, and a robust community of experts and peers to help them innovate and build impactful businesses.
Event pitch contest finalists will go on to compete for thousands of dollars in obligation-free funding. Learn more!
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JAN 19, 2023- Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. Register
- Create or claim your Google Business Profile
- Manage your business info across Google Search and Maps
- Use your Business Profile to connect with potential customers
- Learn of additional features for veteran-led businesses
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JAN 19, 2023- In this free webinar, learn how life insurance policies can fund collateral assignments, protect your business and retain employees. You will learn:
- What kind of policies fund collateral assignments required by commercial lenders
- Buy/Sell Agreements
- Retaining employees through Key Person Insurance
- Banking on Whole Life
- Protecting your business through life insurance
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Morgan Stanley Small Business Academy- for diverse-owned small businesses
Morgan Stanley Small Business Academy is an educational program that seeks to promote equity and empower diverse-owned small business leaders with the knowledge, tools, and mentorship opportunities to help them win work with leading financial services firms. The Academy focuses
on helping small businesses leverage their competitive advantage, differentiate themselves in the procurement process, strengthen their business knowledge, and build their professional network. The Academy consists of a 12-week virtual, instructor-facilitated learning experience, followed by a yearlong mentorship program. applications for the Academy will officially open on January 5, 2023, and close February 3, 2023, for the 2nd cohort. Learn more
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Strengthen Your Woman Veteran Business for 2023
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UTAVBOC has partnered with Govology, an online support community 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:
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$5K Grant Opportunity: Keep It Local Business Fund
Nextdoor Kind Foundation and the NAACP proudly announce the Keep It Local Business Fund that offers people of color a $5,000 grant to grow their businesses and benefit their communities. Applications are open through December 16, 2022, at 6 p.m. ET. Apply
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The Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund
To help restaurants recover in times of critical need, DoorDash has partnered with Hello Alice to create the Restaurant Disaster Relief Fund. The fund supports restaurants impacted by natural disasters like fires, floods and hurricanes, and provides relief through $10,000 grants. Apply
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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.
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Motto/Slogan
Business Beyond the Battlefield
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