Boots To Business | United States Small Business Administration

409 3rd St., Ste. 5700, Washington, DC 20416

Eligibility

Active duty service members and their family members who are transitioning back into civilian life.

Hours

Varies based on when the workshops and classes are offered.

(202) 205-6773

Voice

(800) 877-8339

Voice

https://www.sba.gov

Application process

Service member should inquire with the TAP coordinator for his or her unit.

Fees

Free.

Service area

Ohio

Description

Provides transitioning active duty service members training in how to start and grow a business. Offers a 2 day Introduction to Entrepreneurship workshop taught at a local military instillation which will provide an education on business fundamentals and an analysis on the feasibility and sustainability of the service member's business concept. Also offers an 8 week Foundations of Entrepreneurship course taught online via the University of Syracuse in which the service member will learn the fundamentals of developing a business plan.

What's Here

Families of Active Military Personnel Small Business Development Active Military

Providing organization

United States Small Business Administration

Provides access to capital, counseling, and contracting assistance to individuals who wish to start or expand a small business. Operates programs that focus on international trade, research and development, minority enterprise development, women, veterans, business owners, federal government procurement, and disaster assistance. Provides business counseling through Small Business Development Centers and is a resource partner of Cleveland SCORE.