Veterans Entrepreneurship Program
Local Launch Pad
Ready? Set, Go! Learn resources and funding from HCC entrepreneurial programs and local organizations serving veterans and military families. Events include a Veteran Higher Education Panel and a Veteran Entrepreneurship Panel with resource partners for Veterans interested in small business and entrepreneurship. Lastly, a Veteran Business Pitch Competition to launch businesses, selected by a panel of distinguished judges, for a chance to win seed capital and investment prizes!
This integrated three-stage program covers the key elements of gaining 21st-century digital skills, building practical small business and entrepreneurship skills, and offers an innovative combination of local resources and support structure to launch and grow businesses!
Timeline & CalendarEVENTS
Veteran Higher Education Panel
HCC offers veterans an opportunity to pursue their college degrees or certificates and have advisors and experts to help them through the process. This session will introduce local college resources who will share program information and processes for admission.
Please refer to the Program Timeline and Calendar.
Past Recordings:
Watch the YouTube Recording here
Veteran Entrepreneurship Panel
Effectively managing risk, operating under pressure, and being resourceful are just a few qualities needed in both business and the military. Hear from a panel of local business owners who will share insightful tips and experiences to help aspiring veteran entrepreneurs.
Past Recordings:
Watch the YouTube Recording here
THE PITCH COMPETITION
Veteran Business Pitch Competition to launch businesses, selected by a panel of distinguished judges, for a chance to win seed capital and investment prizes!
Center for Entrepreneurship - Southwest Contact
Ravi Brahmbhatt, MBA
Director, Student Innovation & Entrepreneurship
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