VETERANS BUSINESS SUMMIT 2024

On September 21, 2024, from 0900 to 1530, the Jacksonville Veterans Chamber of Commerce will host its first inaugural event, Veterans Business Summit, with doors opening at 0800. This business gathering aimed to educate, empower, and sustain Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB).

To provide veteran business owners with innovative and informative resources that span three crucial tracks:

1. Supplier Diversity
2. Access to Capital
3. Business Foundations

There are several sessions to choose from; the full agenda will be out in August.

The event is free for veteran business owners and vendors, while civilian vendors ($200) and participants pay ($25) entrance fee. Impressively, 90% of the proceeds will be allocated to two veteran nonprofits, and several grants will be awarded at the end of the event to diverse VOSB/SDVOSB attendees. An application window will be advertised starting August 1st-30th.

The event will feature:

• Engaging speakers who will share their expertise and tips on navigating the complex world of business.
• Panel discussions that provided deep dives into the intricacies of supplier diversity, securing funding, and laying solid business foundations.
• Vending & Networking opportunities with industry leaders and peers, fostering connections that can lead to future collaborations, support, and showcasing products/services.

Participants will leave the event feeling empowered and better equipped to tackle the challenges of running a successful business.

We look forward to making this event a success!

Please stay connected with us for updates on future expos and opportunities to support veteran-owned businesses. SHARE WITH OTHER VOSB/SDVOSBs.

For more information, visit jaxvcc.org or contact us at [email protected].

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A Philip Randolph Boulevard, Jacksonville, United States