IVMF BunkerLabs

As we look ahead to next year, what are some business goals you have? If your business isn't certified #VeteranOwned Small Business yet, read more about the process and get started! #VOSB and #SDVOSB business get more opportunity to bid on government contracts. Start the process today. #ServiceDisabled https://lnkd.in/gAfBP6h6

Applications are open for Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF Bunker Labs #BreakingBarriers in Entrepreneurship program. If you are a small business owner of color and/or women #Veteran or #MilitarySpouse entrepreneur, this free, 8-week virtual program is for you. It is designed to equip #entrepreneurs of historically underserved communities with the specific tools needed to break barriers and succeed. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gbWpHCuz

Congratulations Erica Dobbs, CEO of Dobbs Defense Solutions for being awarded U.S. Small Business Administration Maryland Veteran Company of the Year! Learn more about how this #CEOcircle alumni went from being an E1 in the Navy to starting a government and civilian contract IT company that has a mission to hire women and Veterans. https://lnkd.in/g47NKrEw

Alejandra Amegin, proud US Navy Veteran, is the President and Founder of Jax Natural Healing, a holistic wellness center, and Vive Yoga Studio, the first Latina-owned yoga studio in Northeast Florida. As a trauma-informed, RYT-500 certified yoga instructor Alejandra is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces for sacred practices. She leads leadership programs and 200-hour yoga teacher trainings, with a focus on advancing BIPOC instructors. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gbWpHCuz

Applications are open for Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF Bunker Labs #BreakingBarriers in #Entrepreneurship. If you are an AAPI, Black, Latinx or female #Veteran or #MilSpouse, this free, 8-week program is for you. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gbWpHCuz

After nine years of supporting veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs, Bunker Labs' social media channels are officially signing off. But this is not goodbye—it's a new beginning! We're excited to continue serving this incredible community at Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF where we now offer even more training programs and resources to support #veterans and #MilitarySpouses in business, careers, your communities and more. Follow us to stay connected and access tailored training, events, and networks designed to help you succeed. Thank you for being part of the Bunker Labs journey. Come join us at IVMF!

Keeping up with the rapid advancements of AI can be overwhelming. While at Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF EDGE Conference this year, Frank Coppersmith, CEO of Smarter Reality (and CEOcircle participant) discussed how businesses can get ahead and start using #AI to scale up. Learn more about how to harness AI for your business. https://lnkd.in/gvN9Ec77

Holly Mosack is a #ArmyOfficer, CrossFit competitor, and #VeteransInResidence alumni who decided to make her own leakproof activewear apparel company for women after an unfortunate accident at a competition. Her tenacity and desire to equip women to continue their physical activities without limitations is admirable. Read more about her journey from the military to Moxie Fitness Apparel. https://lnkd.in/gEwsEWST

Want to attend our BBiE 25A Masterclasses or Speed Networking Sessions? Apply for BBiE Today! Our applications are OPEN for Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF #BreakingBarriers Program! Designed specifically for AAPI, Black, Latinx, and women #Veteran, #MilitarySpouse, and military family member entrepreneurs. Apply today to start overcoming your unique business challenges: https://bit.ly/bbies2024 What you can expect to get from the program: - Free, 8-week virtual program - Business tools & resources - Mentorship - Strong peer network Applications are open through December 30th, so don't wait to apply for the cohort that will run through January 27 - March 20, 2025! Alejandra Amegin / Nicole Dhanraj Ph.D, SHRM-SCP, CSSBB, CPPS, GPHR, PMP, CRA, R.T(R)(CT)(MR) FAHRA / Latoya Clark / Valerie Lavin

What happens when Joelle Choe an #AirForce veteran, who runs her own marketing agency, joins forces with her sister, a dedicated dog mom crafting whole food dog treats for her sensitive pups? The answer is Aribaro Pet Company - a brand born from love, dedication, and a deep understanding of what our furry friends truly need. This sisterly partnership combines military precision with culinary creativity, resulting in wholesome, natural treats that are wagging tails across the nation! 🇺🇸🐕 Discover their inspiring journey and how they're revolutionizing pet nutrition, one treat at a time. https://lnkd.in/gPR3YeuM