
- How do I get Vetrepreneur? You must be a Member of NaVOBA to receive the magazine. Vetrepreneur is a members-only magazine.
- When are the NaVOBA events? Since 2005, VOBE (Veteran Owned Business Expo) has been one of the premier national events in the veteran business community, combining educational tracks, networking opportunities, business matchmaking and star power. The next VOBE is tentatively scheduled for 2009.
- How do I login to the NaVOBA site? As of late February 2008 the login to the NaVOBA site was discontinued.
- What are the benefits of starting a franchise? If you are considering business ownership but are hesitant to venture out on your own, you may want to consider becoming a franchisee, or franchise owner. Becoming a business owner can be an intimidating process, but when you purchase a franchise, you get a team of support, which includes marketing assistance, HR tools, and training. Having others who are committed to your success as a business owner and who are willing and able to help when you run into problems is just one of the many advantages to franchise ownership.
- What's the benefit of applying for a GSA Schedule? Additional exposure and a step ahead, for one. Federal agencies us GSA Federal Supply Service Schedule Contracts and GWACs to make purchases. These pre-approved contracts are used to buy commonly used products, services and solutions needed to fulfill their missions and day-to-day operations. These opportunities are rarely announced on the FedBizOpps site, but are normally competed amongst pre-qualified vendors already under contract with the GSA.
- Is joint venturing a good idea, why? A Joint Venture Agreement is used to define a form of partnership that is put together for a limited purpose. The Joint Venture Agreement shares the risk between multiple parties for the project and any of its shortcomings. In addition, this agreement also defines the benefit as well as the risk for each contributing participant.
- How can I find contact information for corporations that support veteran business? To find this information please click here to visit the listing of current corporate members of NaVOBA.
- I'm attending TAP/ACAP and will be transitioning from active duty in the next few months and eager in starting my own business. Where should I be getting info from? First off, Join NaVOBA! Also, www.gijobs.net or www.turbotap.org or www.militaryonesource.com
Do you have questions that are not answered here? If so, please click here to submit them to the NaVOBA team.