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SUMMARY:Facilitating Getting Started Program - Nova Southeastern University
DESCRIPTION:This program provides hands-on guidance\, access to experienced mentors\, and connections to critical wrap-around resources to help you build confidence in starting your business.
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/facilitating-getting-started-program-nova-southeastern-university/
LOCATION:Nova Southeastern University | Alan B. Levan Center\, 3100 Ray Ferrero Blvd\, 5th floor\, Davie\, FL\, 33314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur
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SUMMARY:Pitch Night and Networking Reception - Nova Southeastern University
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Levan Center on April 30th at 5:00PM for a Pitch Night in partnership with Bio Florida\, featuring emerging companies building across biotech\, digital health\, medical devices\, and more. This is not just a showcase. It is a pipeline moment\, with the winner of the Pitch Competition advancing as a finalist into the BioFlorida Innovation Conference 2026 BIOPITCH competition in October. Sponsored by Biorep Technologies and Veterans Florida. \nFor founders\, this is an opportunity to step into a larger innovation ecosystem and gain visibility with investors\, operators\, and industry leaders.\nFor attendees\, it is a front-row seat to what is being built next in South Florida. \nInterested in pitching?\nApply here: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/Y7pecBFZ7kICuGbor4eX \nInterested in attending?\nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/levan-center-pitch-night-tickets-1985580596013 \nGeneral Admission: $25 (Drink Ticket and Lite Bites included)\nLevan Center Members: $15\nVeterans: Free (use Promo Code: Veteran)
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/pitch-night-and-networking-reception-nova-southeastern-university/
LOCATION:Nova Southeastern University | Alan B. Levan Center\, 3100 Ray Ferrero Blvd\, 5th floor\, Davie\, FL\, 33314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T090000
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting Overview Workshop - University of West Florida
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Christa Wilson\, APEX Accelerator Associate Director \nThis one-hour training session designed to help two groups of business: (1) those just exploring or brand new to government contracting and (2) those down the path a bit looking to backfill some gaps. \nThis session covers the following areas: \n\nIntroduction to the Government Contracting Process\nComponents of a “GIB Ready” Business\nSuggestions for an Initial Marketing Tool Kit\nReactive Business Development Strategies\nProactive Business Development Strategies\nIntroduction to the SBA’s Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) database\nPotential Next Steps\n\nIn addition to the instruction\, attendees will have the opportunity to receive handouts that are practical tools in helping develop your government contracting programs. \nAfter attending the Veterans Florida Entrepreneur Program\, you’ll have access to a Florida SBDC Business Consultant to assist you at no cost as you create your business plan and move toward your goals! \nRefreshments will be provided.
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/government-contracting-overview-workshop-university-of-west-florida/
LOCATION:Pensacola Chamber of Commerce\, 418 W. Garden St.\, 4th Fl.\, Pensacola\, FL\, 32502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur
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SUMMARY:Networking at the Small Business Week Celebration - Valor2Venture
DESCRIPTION:Event for military veterans to network with successful small business owners and resource providers.
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/networking-at-the-small-business-week-celebration-valor2venture/
LOCATION:Adam W. Herbert University Center\, 12000 Alumni Dr\, Jacksonville\, Florida\, 32224
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T090000
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SUMMARY:Spring Pitch Event - Florida Gulf Coast University
DESCRIPTION:Watch and network with veteran entrepreneurs at FGCU as they pitch to judges for a chance to secure non equity seed funding. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to:\n– Watch veteran founders pitch their businesses\n– Learn about emerging veteran-owned ventures\n– Support Florida’s veteran entrepreneurship ecosystem
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/spring-pitch-event-florida-gulf-coast-university/
LOCATION:Florida Gulf Coast University\, 10495 FGCU Boulevard South\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33965\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
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SUMMARY:Facilitated Getting Started Cohort - Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Workshop-style topics style cohort to include subject matter experts and topics such as Registering business\, Marketing\, Accounting\, Funding\, Franchising/Acquisition\, and Local Resources (SBA\, SBDC\, VBOC\, etc.).
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/facilitated-getting-started-cohort-jim-moran-college-of-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Florida State University – Panama City Campus – Holley Academic Center\, 4750 Collegiate Dr\, Panama City\, FL\, 32405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur
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SUMMARY:Cohort 2: Program Growth - Ascend Brevard
DESCRIPTION:Program of training designed to provide participants plans to grow and expand their business.  Includes an introduction or refresher to Business Model Canvas/Lean Canvas/Lean Startup. \nTopics to include: Timing\, Managing Stakeholders\, Constraints\, Growing your Team/Operations\, Raising/Accessing Capital/Business Plans\, Financials\, Scalability\, Infrastructure\, Exit Strategy\, and Pitching Your Business.
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/cohort-2-program-growth-ascend-brevard/
LOCATION:Brevard County Emergency Operatio Center\, 1751 Huntington Ln\, Rockledge\, FL\, 32955\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T090000
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SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence Workshop - University of West Florida
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Joshua Hartigan\, SBDC Assistant Director \nAre you a small business owner looking to get ahead in the digital age? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic concept—it’s a powerful tool that can streamline your operations\, enhance customer engagement\, and drive growth right now. \nJoin us for a special workshop designed specifically for small business owners delivered by an ASBDC AI certified trainer. This is your opportunity to understand the foundational concepts of AI and learn practical\, actionable ways to implement it into your business today. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nAI Explained: Get a clear\, jargon-free overview of what AI is and how it’s currently being used by businesses of all sizes.\nPractical Business Applications: Discover specific\, accessible ways AI can immediately impact your daily operations\, including:\n\nSaving Time on administrative tasks with AI-powered tools.\nCreating High-Quality Content (emails\, social media posts\, blog drafts) faster than ever before.\nImproving Customer Service and personalizing interactions.\nAnalyzing Data to make smarter business decisions.\n\n\nActionable Next Steps: Walk away with a clear roadmap for adopting AI responsibly and making your first smart AI investments.\n\nAfter attending the Veterans Florida Entrepreneur Program\, you’ll have access to a Florida SBDC Business Consultant to assist you at no cost as you create your business plan and move toward your goals! \nRefreshments will be provided.
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/artificial-intelligence-workshop-university-of-west-florida/
LOCATION:Pensacola Chamber of Commerce\, 418 W. Garden St.\, 4th Fl.\, Pensacola\, FL\, 32502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T210000
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UID:65888-1779820200-1781211600@veteransflorida.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Summer Launch Cohort - Veterans Entrepreneurship Initiative
DESCRIPTION:This cohort will introduce you to the Business Model Canvas and provide an in-depth insight into the key steps needed to build a startup. The cohort will enable participants at the idea stage or in the early stages of business development to learn how to rapidly develop and test ideas by gathering customer and marketplace feedback. Our methodology also enables participants to validate their business model by focusing on searching for pain points and unmet needs of their customers. This iterative process will enable you to quickly pivot with the goal of ultimately building the foundation for a viable business model. \nPlease note this course will be held via Zoom.
URL:https://veteransflorida.org/event/virtual-summer-launch-cohort-veterans-entrepreneurship-initiative/
LOCATION:Statewide – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur
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