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Veteran-Owned Business

Veteran-Owned Business

Converting your military experience to business ownership

While in the military, you developed a vision and set strategic goals, both essential skills for owning your own small business. While you may have all the discipline necessary for such a venture, having a professionally certified business consultant to assist along the way can be an additional asset.

Our expert consultants at the Florida SBDC at USF can assist you with:

  • becoming a certified, veteran-owned business
  • government contracting
  • growth acceleration services
  • import/export plans
  • marketing strategies
  • capital access for veterans

All of these services are available through no-cost, confidential consulting. In addition, many of our consultants have their own military background to draw on.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there grants available to open a business?

Typically, grants go to non-profit social service, larger research and educational institutions. However, there are veteran-specific loans available through a variety of organizations. Schedule an appointment with a finance consultant today to find out more.

What resources are available for veteran-owned small businesses?

There are many resources available for veterans, including the Veteran Business Outreach Center.

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Tampa, FL 33612

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The Florida SBDC at the University of South Florida is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide partnership program nationally accredited by the Association of America’s SBDCs and funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Department of Defense, State of Florida, and other private and public partners, with the University of West Florida serving as the network’s lead host institution. Florida SBDC services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals.

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