Veteran Business Bootcamp

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm UTC-05:00

Industrial Fence Inc | Chicago

Veterans Chamber of Commerce, NFP
Publisher/HostVeterans Chamber of Commerce, NFP
Veteran Business Bootcamp
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Join us in person for the Veteran Business Bootcamp to boost your skills and grow your biz!
About this Event

The Veterans Chamber of Commerce presents the Veteran Business Bootcamp, a two-day training experience for veterans, service members, military spouses, and veteran-owned businesses.



This event is sponsored by Industrial Fence and presented in partnership with the Veteran Business Outreach Center and the Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion.



The bootcamp will be led by Keith S. Murphy, Veteran Business Outreach Center Director for Illinois and Minnesota.



Over the course of two days, participants will learn how to evaluate a business idea, better understand their market, identify customers and industry opportunities, select the correct legal structure, explore financing options, and develop a stronger business plan. A special session will also be held following Saturdayโ€™s training.



The Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion will review the State of Illinois Veteran Business Program, including recent updates and information relevant to veteran-owned businesses pursuing state opportunities.



Who Should Attend?
This event is designed for: Veterans interested in starting a business Veteran-owned businesses Service members exploring entrepreneurship Military spouses interested in business ownership Existing small business owners looking to strengthen their foundation Businesses interested in SBA, VBOC, certification, and state program resources



Agenda Day One: Saturday, June 13 Building the Foundation Training modules: What is Entrepreneurship? Idea vs. Business Opportunity Doing Your Market Research Customers and Industry Special Session Following Saturday Training The Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion will review the State of Illinois Veteran Business Program and recent program updates.



Day Two: Sunday, June 14 Building the Business Training modules: The Economics of Small Business Selecting the Correct Legal Structure Financing Your Venture Business Planning: SBA Resources for You


Instructor Keith S. Murphy Veteran Business Outreach Center Director โ€“ Illinois & Minnesota



Sponsor and Partners Presented by: Veterans Chamber of Commerce



Sponsored by: Industrial Fence



In Partnership With: Veteran Business Outreach Center Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Industrial Fence Inc, 1300 South Kilbourn Avenue, Chicago, United States

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