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Vets builders - do not miss applying if relevant. It is one of the best programs out there for those who have served to get access to mentorship, tools, and funding. The PenFed Foundation Andrea McCarren
We are looking to select the best and brightest for our next PenFed Foundation Veteran Entrepreneur cohort. The PENFED Foundation Veteran Entrepreneur Program, an initiative to support and empower veteran-founded startups through mentorship with leading industry experts and investors. The program provides a unique opportunity for veteran entrepreneurs to receive mentorship, guidance, and resources to accelerate the growth of their businesses. The program staff works with you to attack and solve complex problems that keep you from achieving your desired growth. The bespoke programming model is explicitly based on the business and management needs of the startup leadership. We accomplish this focused approach by maintaining small cohorts, only 6-8 startups per session. We are dedicated to understanding your business, fostering the success of veteran-owned ventures, and helping them reach their full potential. Critical Dates for the Program: Application Deadline: August 15th; Announcement of Cohort: September 1st; 3-Day Bootcamp in Bentonville, Arkansas: September 25-27; and Veteran Tribute Day: October 22nd We are seeking highly scalable startups with committed founders. If you are prepared to benefit from our program and would like to be considered for participation, we encourage you to submit your pitch deck by the application deadline. The selected cohort will have the opportunity to participate in a three-day boot camp in Bentonville, Arkansas. During this camp, you will receive valuable insights, mentorship, and networking opportunities from industry experts, seasoned entrepreneurs, and investors. The program will culminate in a Pitch Day event, where you will showcase your business to potential investors and partners. Mentor and Speaker Line Up Tom Davin (former) CEO of Black Rifle Coffee Company Gail Becker, CEO of Caulipower Karen Stuckey (ret.) Chief of Merchandising Walmart Inc. Stuart Smith (former) CEO of Edelman UK More to come... To submit your pitch deck or learn more about the PENFED Foundation Veteran Entrepreneur Program, please visit our website https://lnkd.in/e8uWBCSy or contact Matthew Boyd at csltboydm@penfed.org. We look forward to receiving your submissions and supporting the growth and success of your venture.