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Progressive Keys to Progress Vehicle Giveaway
Progressive Keys to Progress Vehicle Giveaway Progressive's Keys to Progress® vehicle giveaway program has provided over 1,000 veterans with reliable transportation since 2013, helping them get back on the road and move forward. This year, the Veteran Business Project is pleased to partner with Progressive to help identify veteran recipients needing a vehicle. On November 14, 2024, vehicles will be given away across the United States, with the goal of reaching recipients in all 50 states. We plan to gift an estimated 50-100 vehicles to veterans and their families, as well as some active-duty members, Gold Star spouses/domestic partners, veteran-owned [...]
City of Chicago and Veteran Business Project Partner to Launch New Certification Assistance for Veteran-Owned Businesses
City of Chicago and Veteran Business Project Partner to Launch New Certification Assistance for Veteran-Owned Businesses City of Chicago and Veteran Business Project Partner to Launch New Certification Assistance for Veteran-Owned Businesses Program to help Veterans become certified to compete for City contracts CHICAGO, IL – The City of Chicago proudly announces a major partnership with Veteran Business Project (VBP), marking a major milestone in the city’s continued commitment to empower veterans and stimulate economic growth. This initiative aims to assist local veterans in becoming Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) certified so they can take advantage of [...]
City of Chicago and VBP partner to help veterans
The City of Chicago proudly announced a major partnership with VBP, marking a significant milestone in the city's continued commitment to empower veterans and stimulate economic growth. This initiative aims to assist local veterans in becoming Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) certified to take advantage of the City of Chicago veteran programs and incentives. "Our collaboration with the City of Chicago, led by Mayor Brandon Johnson and his administration, exemplifies our commitment to empowering veterans through strategic partnerships. Together, we aim to connect more veterans with business opportunities and provide ongoing support throughout their entrepreneurial journey," said Lynn Lowder, [...]
About Our “Why”
While VBP's mission, "Getting Veterans Into Business," describes what we do, our "why" is especially important.
Veterans Day Broadcast from Rosie’s 2023
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Operation Connect-A-Vet
Recognizing Veterans: A Simple Way to Make a Big Difference Recognizing the sacrifices of our veterans and supporting them is something we all aspire to do. However, it's often challenging to know where to begin. That's why we’re proud to introduce you to Operation Connect-A-Vet. This initiative, led by Illinois Joining Forces, is designed to make it simple and impactful to recognize and support veterans. It offers a direct way for friends and family to arrange wellness calls, ensuring that veterans are doing well and are connected with a dedicated team ready to assist them [...]
Interview with VetBizTV
Watch as Lynn Lowder, CEO & Co-Founder of VBP, joins Brian Regnier on VetBizTV to unveil how we're equipping veterans and military spouses for business ownership. If you know a Veteran or military spouse interested in becoming an entrepreneur, please share this video with them. If you are interested in learning more, register here.
Guiding Veterans with a Hands-On, Personal Approach to Becoming Business Owners
At Veterans Business Project, we are dedicated to empowering veterans on their journey to becoming successful entrepreneurs. With a hands-on and personalized approach, we support veterans like Marine veteran Charles Myart in achieving their business dreams. Recently, our President, Co-Founder, and Business Coach, Dale Eisenberg, met with Charles to explore a potential deal to purchase an existing Original Pancake House in Stone Mountain, Georgia. Dale Eisenberg, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 45 years of experience owning restaurants, knows the importance of a hands-on approach. When Charles expressed interest in the Original Pancake House, Dale personally [...]
Why sellers sell profitable businesses (that you can buy).
If you want to become an entrepreneur, have you considered purchasing a business? While many think of starting a new business, acquiring an existing one can offer a faster launch with fewer pitfalls. Contrary to common belief, the sale of a business doesn't necessarily indicate poor performance. Codie A. Sanchez, Founder of Contrarian Thinking and a Private Equity Investor, recently shared a list of reasons businesses sell on LinkedIn. In this post, we've included her post for your convenience. If you are ready to take the next step? Register with VBP today, and we'll guide you on [...]
