Small Business Administration Entrepreneurship Track-Boots to Business (B2B) ELEMENT 33 PG 169-170

What is boots to business? No cost two –step entrepreneurship training program offered by SBA within DODTAP for transitioning SVM & their spouses Helps SVM & spouses improve business skills & learn to use and access tools & resources necessary to start and maintain a successful business

Step 1 Introduction to entrepreneurship two day course- one of the three TGPS additional tracks. Register with local FFSC Also available “24/7” via Joint Knowledge Online (JKO)

Step 2 8 -weeks follow on courses given through Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF)at Syracuse University or Mississippi State University Online registration code issued to SVM & spouse during step 1

Benefits Decide if starting business is the right path Create a business plan Research Business location Research marketing techniques Legal requirements

Conclusion No cost program Available to transitioning and retiring SVM & their dependents Participation in the program does not disqualify SVM &dependents from attending the other two additional tracks offered.

Resources https://www.cnic.navy.mil/ffr/family_readiness/fleet_and_f amily_support_program/transition_assistance.html https://www.sba.gov/offices/headquarters/ovbd/resources/1 60511# https://sbavets.force.com/s/ SBA Office San Diego District Office Phone: 619-557-7250 or 619-727-4883 Fax: 619-557-5894

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