veterans business outreach center
ARIZONA TERRITORY
Our mission is to provide business training and counseling services to active duty personnel, veterans from any era, and military spouses who want to learn more about, then start and grow a small business of their own.
The VBOC network has 31 centers spread across the US to serve veteran and military spouses in all 50 states and US territories.
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about
eligibility
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Transitioning or Active-Duty
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Veteran of Any Era
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National Guard or Reserve
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Military Spouse
how we help
The Arizona Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) program is a valuable resource for veterans, service members, and military spouses who are interested in starting or growing a small business. Here’s how it can assist you:
entrepreneurial development services
WE HELP by providing business training, counseling, and resource partner referrals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand, we can offer guidance tailored to your needs.
workshops & training
WE HELP by conducting workshops, training sessions, and counseling in your local area in Arizona. These cover various aspects of entrepreneurship, including business planning, financial management, and marketing.
transition assistance
WE HELP by collaborating with SBA district offices and Transition Service Managers to conduct Boots to Business classes. These classes help you transition from military service to entrepreneurship.
pre-business plan workshops
WE HELP by offering workshops specifically addressing self-employment. They cover essential topics, including using the Internet as a tool for business development.
business plan preparation
WE HELP assist clients in developing and maintaining a five-year business plan. This plan includes legal considerations, equipment requirements, organizational structure, market analysis, and financial projections.
comprehensive feasibility analysis
WE HELP assess the strengths and weaknesses of your business plan, increasing the likelihood of success. The results guide revisions to your strategic planning.
mentorship & personalization
WE HELP by conducting on-site visits to ensure adherence to business plans. We also tailor mentorship opportunities to address the unique needs of veteran entrepreneurs, including service-disabled veterans and women veterans.
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Where can I get training for starting and running a small business?Check out our BASIC TRAINING page, where we cover essential topics for entrepreneurs. Additionally, explore the federal Small Business Administration’s various training programs and business counseling partners, including the VBOC, SBDC, SCORE, and Women’s Business Centers. If you’re still active duty and eligible for the DoD’s Transition Assistance Program (TAP) or a military spouse, consider registering for the “Boots to Business” Intro to Entrepreneurship track. Reach out to the TAP manager at your base for class schedules.
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What does the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) do?The VBOC’s mission is to provide business training and counselling services to active duty personnel, veterans from any era, and military spouses who want to learn more about, then start and grow a small business of their own. The VBOC network has 28 centers spread across the US to serve veterans and military spouses in all 50 states and US territories. Our office serves the entire state of Arizona from its office in Phoenix with counseling in person, by phone and online. To locate a VBOC other than Arizona, go to: https://www.sba.gov/tools/local-assistance/vboc
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Why do I have to register?First, the VBOC is legally required to get your written consent to receive counseling, training, and advice. Consequently, we can only give you general information until you have submitted the Electronic Request For Counseling (ERFC). The EFRC also serves as our Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Agreements provided for your security.
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How do I qualify for VBOC services?All U.S. military veterans, including Active Duty personnel and those with any prior military service, as well as military spouses, and surviving military spouses qualify for VBOC services, go to: https://www.sba.gov/tools/local-assistance/vboc to determine which regional office to contact.
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Is the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) a part of the Veterans Administration (VA)?No. The VBOC is an U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Resource Partner, operating under the SBA Office of Veteran Business Development. For questions regarding benefits or disability claims, please go to http://www.va.gov to find the VA office nearest you.
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How much does it cost?NOTHING! You have earned access to the VBC’s services through your military service or your personal relationship to a military member. VBOC’s business counseling, training and resources are provided at no cost to you. All you have to do is register here: www.arizonavboc.org
upcoming training*
We offer an array of training to assist and support you in your small business journey, at any phase along the way.
The training schedule and sign up is managed through an external site maintained by VBOC & SBA.
*NOTE: THE LINK BELOW WILL REDIRECT YOU TO AN EXTERNAL SITE MANAGED BY THE SBA & YOU MUST SIGN UP BEFORE YOU CAN REGISTER FOR A TRAINING
STEP 1
Click the link to view or sign up for any upcoming training.
...and once you're on the external site...
STEP 2
Ensure that the Date Range, Topic, Type, and Center are filled out according to your needs or recommendations.
STEP 3
For Arizona clients, select: VBOC/A New Leaf from the Center dropdown
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