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SBA programs aid veterans with business pivots during pandemic
When the market crashed more than a decade ago, the Junges said they experienced a “period of struggle” that led them to pivot their business from high-end residential cabinetry to commercial work.
Organization creates rally point for veterans after service
“Combined Arms is now a backbone organization comprised of a coalition of veteran services holding one another accountable,” Boerstler said. The nonprofit serving thousands has continued progressing with technological advancements and he described results of launching a new system 3 ½ years ago.
Perfecting the Process of Getting in Front of Customers
Marine Maj. Stuart Scheller came up with the idea after reassembling his dress uniform because of a promotion. The concept included creating a mold that would allow a service member to put attachments on ribbons easily and in regulation
Military Fresh Network showcases the individual behind the uniform
The MFN is still very much the network its founder describes but it’s also a way for military-connected businesses, creatives and influencers to connect directly with their customers and fans.
Major puts DOD travelers at ease with rental options
As the son of a Grammy Award winner, Marine veteran Shawn Driscoll has always been surrounded by musical influences.
It’s not just his father, Phil, who was nominated for five Grammys and won in 1984 for best gospel performance by a duo or group for the song “Keep the Flame Burning.’’ Driscoll lived in Woodstock, the city in New York for which the legendary 1969 music festival is named, as a child
Leveraging LinkedIn For Post Military Success
An estimated 200,000 veterans were supposed to leave the military this year. Because of the global COVID-19 pandemic, however, hundreds
have deferred their separations
and thousands more have opted to reenlist. Those still leaving the military face increased uncertainty as they enter a new, civilian life.
Laura Briggs: The Freelance Coach founder and CEO
As a teacher early on in her career, military spouse Laura Briggs said she quickly realized moving her certifications from duty station to duty station wasn’t going to work. After nine moves in 10 years, eventually learned how to become a freelance writer and shifted to a career she could pick up and take with her anywhere.
Candice Dietz: GIVESPACE co-founder and CEO
In her time running a small e-commerce business, Candice Dietz said she found it surprisingly difficult when she decided to rally her customers for a charity campaign to benefit a local grassroots organization.
Cassondra Preer Taylor: Taylored 2 Code founder and CEO,
When Cassondra Preer Taylor retired as a Navy Commander in 2008, she quickly felt the anxiety of finding her way into a civilian job market.
Ericka McKim: Founder & Owner of And I Like It
Ericka McKim was medically retired in 2014 due a severe gluten sensitivity. Rolling the dice to find foods that tasted good led McKim to create her business, And I Like It, in 2018
