Building a business after the service is lonely work.

Don't do it alone. With VETS behind you, you'll have the resources, support and connections you need to pull it off.

FIND AN EVENT →JOIN THE TRIBE

COMMANDER'S INTENT

SITUATIONUp to $250K, it's survival and hustle

FRIENDLY FORCESVeterans who've done it before

MISSIONGet veteran-owned businesses from $0 to $250K in revenue

INTENT

KEY TASKSShow up. Join. Work the plan

END STATE$250K, and ready for follow-on ops

TIMELINEThird Thursday · 1800Tribe Talk, every month

SIGNAL

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ISSUED BY TIM SWANEY, PRESIDENTVETS-OPS-01

What type are you?

I'm a veteran entrepreneur.Thinking about a business, running one, or already built yours: start with a Mixer or Tribe Talk.NEXT TRIBE TALK Join the Tribe

I'm a veteran working inside an established company.Come to a Tribe Talk, then help us open a door into your company.NEXT TRIBE TALK Join the Tribe

I'm not a veteran, but I want to help.Come to an event, then give time, money or connections.PARTNER WITH US

VETS Academy

A business program for veterans who run a business or are ready to start one. A city, agency or sponsor funds each cohort.

JOIN THE WAITLIST HOW IT WORKS

An instructor teaches the Roseville VETS Academy cohort beside the VETS banner — Roseville VETS Academy, week 3 · Roseville Venture Lab · Oct 2026

COHORT: Ten veterans
LENGTH: Six to eight weeks
SUPPORT: Training, office hours and a dedicated mentor after graduation
COST TO YOU: $0
RIGHT NOW: Roseville cohort, fall 2026: graduates Sat 14 Nov. Join the waitlist and be first to hear when the next cohort opens.

VETS is a 501(c)(3). Keep it running.

Veterans never pay. Cities, agencies, sponsors and donors cover the cost.

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Rather give time? Mentor, speak or open a door.