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Military service members, veterans, and their families are supported by countless organizations that acknowledge their sacrifices. We feature a top-tier organization each issue. Story by Michelle Baldanza
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Building the Next Generation of Military Business Leaders Make difficult decisions; adapt to changing dynamics; develop a plan and see it through. These are just some of the characteristics military members have because of their training and experience, but they’re also characteristics of their spouses who have dealt with the challenges of family life in the military. These very same characteristics are what make veterans and military spouses strong entrepreneurs and leaders outside of the military. The Rosie Network, a 2019 winner of a Newman’s Own Award, helps veterans, military spouses, and transitioning service members launch and grow their businesses. The nonprofit’s goal is to “build the next generation of military business owners and community leaders around the country.” “Veteran and military spouse business owners are 10 times more likely to hire fellow veterans and spouses,” said Stephanie Brown, military spouse and founder of the Rosie Network. “By empowering these individuals with meaningful training and mentorship, we are impacting their families, their communities, and our nation’s economy.” The Rosie Network provides several tools for military entrepreneurs. The Service2CEO program is a 16-week course that provides mentorship and a combination of on-line and classroom guidance to empower new entrepreneurs. Rosie’s List is a nationwide search tool for verified veteran-owned businesses. The network also publishes Military Entrepreneur Magazine (M.E.Mag) and sponsors Rosie Chapters throughout the country that provide local support to their members. To learn more, visit www.therosienetwork.org/
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THE PATRIOT • VOLUME 11 • ISSUE 1 • 2020
