Upcoming Boots to Business (B2B) Workshops during July 2026

FREE 2-Day Boots to Business (B2B) Entrepreneurship Workshop hosted by the Georgia Military Installation TAP Offices and the Georgia Veterans Business Outreach Center (GA VBOC)

Are you an Active Duty Service Member, Transitioning Service Member, National Guard or Reservist, Veteran of any era, or Military Spouse?

It is your launchpad for entrepreneurship. Offered through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as part of the Department of Defense’s Transition Assistance Program (TAP), Boots to Business provides a practical introduction to business ownership and helps clarify the path to starting a business.

Instructors: The Georgia VBOC at the Georgia VECTR Center

What You’ll Gain:

• Business Fundamentals: Learn how to evaluate business ideas, create a basic business plan, understand markets, financing options, and operations.

• Real-World Insights: Apply your military skills—leadership, discipline, and problem-solving—to civilian entrepreneurship success.

• Resources & Next Steps: Connect with SBA tools, Georgia VBOC (VECTR Center) support, mentors, funding pathways, and veteran business networks.

• No Cost — * Funded in part by a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. *

Why You Should Attend:

• Discover if entrepreneurship is right for you, and get a head start on your post-service career.

• Overcome common veteran entrepreneur challenges, like accessing capital and translating military experience.

• Build confidence, networks, and a clear roadmap to launch or grow your own business.

• Military experience is a strong predictor of entrepreneurship success—put your skills to work for yourself!

Topics will include:

Module 1 · Introduction to Business Ownership

Module 2 · The Right Idea? Basics of Opportunity Recognition

Module 3 · Understanding Markets & Your Competitive Space

Module 3a · The Economics of Small Business Start-up

Module 4 · Legal Considerations

Module 5 · Introduction to Business Planning

Module 6 · Financing Your Venture

Module 7 · Resources to Support Your Efforts

Module 8 · Moving Forward: Final Thoughts & Resources to Support

Who Is Eligible?

Active Duty Service members (including National Guard and Reserve), Transitioning service members, Veterans of all eras, and Military Spouses. Civilians with base access may also attend, depending on

Installation rules.

How to Register:

Contact the military installation TAP Office or visit the official SBA Boots to Business site: https://sba.my.site.com/s/ or https://www.sba.gov/bootstobusiness.

Check with your Transition Counselor for additional upcoming dates.

For more information, visit gavectr.org or contact your local TAP office.

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Upcoming Boots to Business (B2B) Workshops during July 2026