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The Keys to Progress veteran vehicle giveaway program provides support to those in need in the following areas: Personal vehicle support: Our hope is to offer a little relief and improve the lives of military men and women facing tough personal circumstances for which a vehicle may help—from finding employment or transporting children to and from school…
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At the LA Regional VBOC, we know firsthand the grit, dedication, and leadership it takes to run a small business. Veterans and military spouses who transition into the culinary world bring a unique passion to their communities, serving up more than just great food—you serve as the heartbeat of our local neighborhoods. That is why…
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Attention Los Angeles area Veteran entrepreneurs and small business owners! The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has officially launched the Patriot Pitch Competition, a nation-wide initiative celebrating 250 years of American free enterprise and innovation. If your business has utilized SBA capital products to scale, innovate, and create jobs, this is your chance to showcase…
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Calling All Veteran Women Entrepreneurs: Apply Now for the 2026 BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program!
At the LA Regional Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC), our mission is to empower the veteran community by connecting you with the resources, capital, and support needed to thrive in the business world. Today, we are excited to share a fantastic opportunity specifically designed to uplift women-led small businesses. BMO, in collaboration with Deloitte, has…
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At the Los Angeles Regional VBOC, our mission is to provide the resources, training, and transition assistance necessary for our veteran community to thrive in the business world. We know that women veterans are one of the fastest-growing segments of the entrepreneurship community, bringing unparalleled leadership, resilience, and vision to the LA economy. That’s why…
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The Los Angeles Regional Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) is incredibly proud to announce that our very own Jason Payne has been named a 2025 Boots to Business (B2B) VBOC Instructor of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Out of a nationwide network of dedicated educators, Jason was selected for his unparalleled…
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During the current federal government shutdown, we want to assure our veteran and military-connected community that the LA Regional Veterans Business Outreach Center (LA Regional VBOC) is open and continuing all services without interruption. As a grant-funded resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), our operations and staff are not directly impacted by the…
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Historic Battleship USS Iowa to Host Launch Event to Commemorate the Grand Opening of the Los Angeles Regional Veterans Business Outreach Center The event takes place during National Veterans Small Business Week and will highlight contributions made by veteran small business owners and entrepreneurs Los Angeles (October 31, 2023) – The Small Business Administration (SBA)…
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Announcing the Grand Opening of the Los Angeles Regional Veterans Business Outreach Center Join us aboard the historic battleship Iowa to celebrate the launch of our new Veterans Business Outreach Center! Get updates on the new LA Regional VBOC Subscribe to our mailing list to get notified about our Grand Opening event and future news…