Utah Boots to Business Reboot (VIRTUAL) | Three-Part Series

Are you a Utah veteran, National Guard & Reserve Member, or military spouse interested in small business ownership? To celebrate National Veterans Small Business Week, this “Introduction to Entrepreneurship” course is the foundational piece of Boots to Business (B2B). Participants are introduced to the skills, knowledge, and resources they need to launch a business, including steps for developing business concepts, how to develop a business plan, and information on SBA resources available to help. This course includes three sessions, starting on Wednesday, November 3rd (see agenda below)

Nov. 3rd 4:00-6:30:
1. Intro to Business Ownership
2. Basics of Opportunity Recognition
3. Understanding Markets & Your Competitive Space

Nov. 10th 4:00-6:30:
4. The Economics of Small Business Startup
5. Legal Considerations

Nov. 17th 4:00-6:30:
6. Financing Your Venture
7. Introduction to Business Planning and
8. Resources to Support Your Efforts in Utah

This virtual program is facilitated by subject matter experts from the SBA’s Utah District Office, Utah Veterans Business Resource Center, Big Sky Veterans Business Outreach Center and their extensive network of skilled business advisors. After completion of the course, participants can elect to further their study through the B2B Revenue Readiness online course, delivered through a partnership with Mississippi State University (MSU). Participants are also encouraged to register for the Utah VBRC’s upcoming Veteran Everyday Entrepreneur Program and to take advantage of the many resources and services offered by the SBA and its partner network.