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FOR THE VETERAN ENTREPRENEUR

I am a veteran. I am an entrepreneur.
Military veterans are committed to excellence, driven by passion, and focused on success. The same values that led to your military success are critical to running a business as well. Whether youre just starting out with an idea or looking to grow your current company, being an entrepreneur can be an exciting and challenging journey. Kauffman FastTrac is here to help. FastTrac offers group-oriented courses specially designed to help veterans launch or grow businesses by providing essential framework, strategies, and insights along with a reliable support network of leaders and peers.

DATE: AUGUST 22- OCTOBER 24 TIME: WEDNESDAYS 3-6 PM LOCATION: SAN DIEGO AND IMPERIAL SBDC NETWORK 880 NATIONAL CITY BLVD., SUITE 103 NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950 REGISTER: FASTTRAC.ORG/VETERANS

FastTrac NewVenture, valued at $700, is being offered at no cost to qualified veterans of the US Military. The course will:
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Be lead by an expert- Alex Galicia, a U.S. Veteran and San Diego business owner Investigate your opportunities to do business with the government. Leverage your network to build a team of business advisors. Build on your leadership skills to strategically define your business concept.

FastTrac NewVenture is for aspiring entrepreneurs who have an idea for a business but need a plan and framework for successfully starting a company. After completing the course, you will:
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United States military veterans own an estimated 2.4 million businesses accounting for 9 percent of companies nationwide.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau

Discover how your business concept matches your personal vision. Align your business concept with a real market opportunity. Learn how to set realistic financial goals for your business. Determine the unique features and benefits of your product/service. Find your target market and discover your competitive advantage. Learn how to manage business functions and develop an organizational culture. Determine the steps to profitability. Identify potential sources of funding for your business.

The veterans in the FastTrac class not only support one another because we are similar, but we have the chance to glean insights from our military experience and ideas. The class shows that we are valuable to the community.

Wayne H. U.S. Air Force Veteran and FastTrac Graduate

TO LEARN MORE | GROWMYBIZ.ORG | 619.482.6388

FastTrac NewVenture

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FOR THE VETERAN ENTREPRENEUR

What skills do you bring?

Let FastTrac NewVenture help you fill in the blanks! Our new course designed specifically for veterans will help you take full advantage of the unique skills and experiences you bring to your business.

Getting started.
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TIME MANAGEMENT

DECISION MAKING LEADERSHIP

Learn the ins and outs of launching a new business. Identify your target market. Discover the true cost of operating a business. Meet other aspiring entrepreneurs who will provide support throughout the program and beyond. Take your idea and develop a workable action plan.

FINANCIAL UNDERSTANDING

PERSEVERANCE

STRONG WORK ETHIC

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PROBLEM SOLVING

FastTrac NewVenture for the Veteran Entrepreneur delivers the same comprehensive curriculum of our standard course PLUS this value-added content:
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Expanded emphasis on NETWORKING

Intentional networking with people who can help you gain access to resources and advice is critically important as you build your business.

Guidance on securing your VETERAN BENEFITS

Gaining certification as a veteran-owned small business or service disabled veteran-owned small business is addressed in detail.

Insights on doing business with GOVERNMENT agencies

Government contracting is highly competitive, but required set aside and sole source contracts exist for VOSB and SDVOSBs. Identify the government resources to use.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT FASTTRAC | FASTTRAC.ORG/VETERANS | 877.450.9800 | 4801 Rockhill Road | Kansas City, MO 64110-2046