Join the Fourth National Survey of Military-Affiliated Entrepreneurs!

We are thrilled to announce the fourth biannual National Survey of Military-Affiliated Entrepreneurs (#MilBizSurvey)! This is your chance to influence the future of military entrepreneurship by sharing your unique experiences and challenges.

Why Your Voice Matters

Your participation is crucial in shaping the future of military entrepreneurship in several impactful ways:

• Shaping Research – Your input will contribute to essential publications and briefs, offering valuable insights into the military entrepreneur community. These findings help inform policymakers and support organizations. Access data briefs and publications.
• Shaping Programming – Your feedback aids in developing tailored support programs for military-affiliated entrepreneurs, ensuring their effectiveness and relevance. Programs shaped by your input include the Veteran EDGE Conference, MEF, and M2M (Military to Market).
• Building Entrepreneur Communities – Insights from the survey support broader initiatives in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, fostering a robust community of military entrepreneurs. Key initiatives include the Center of Excellence for Veteran Entrepreneurship (COE) and the Coalition for Veteran Owned Business (CVOB).
• Informing Policy – Survey insights are crucial in advocating for policies that support military entrepreneurs at the national level. See our testimony on military-connected business ownership.

Survey Details

• Who: Military-affiliated entrepreneurs, including active duty, veterans, National Guard and Reserve, spouses, and dependents
• What: The National Survey of Military-Affiliated Entrepreneurs (#MilBizSurvey)
• When: August through September 2024
• Where: Take the Survey

Your participation ensures that the diverse experiences of military entrepreneurs are represented and addressed, driving meaningful change and creating opportunities for all military-affiliated entrepreneurs. Your voice matters—make it count!

Thank you for supporting this year’s survey! By spreading the word and encouraging others to participate, you empower access to opportunities for all military-affiliated entrepreneurs.

For survey inquiries, please contact:
ivmfsurvey@syr.edu

For media inquiries, please contact:
Stephanie Salanger,
Director of Communications
ssalange@syr.edu

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Subject: Shape the Future of Military Entrepreneurship – Participate in the 2024 National Survey of Military-Affiliated Entrepreneurs!

We are excited to announce that the 2024 National Survey of Military-Affiliated Entrepreneurs (#MilBizSurvey) is officially open! We need your input to support this largest national study of military-affiliated entrepreneurship. We want YOU to be a voice for your community! Help IVMF show what entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs in the military-affiliated communities like yours need to thrive.

Why should I take the #MilBizSurvey?

• Your feedback on the survey will help make positive changes for your business and other current and future businesses within the military-connected community.
• The survey findings offer insights and data that will inform national leaders, local communities, and decision-makers who have the power to advocate for you and drive reform.

Survey Details:

• Who: Military-affiliated entrepreneurs, including active duty, veterans, National Guard and Reserve, spouses, and dependents
• What: The National Survey of Military-Affiliated Entrepreneurs (#MilBizSurvey)
• When: August through September 2024
• Where: Take the survey online here

FAQs:

• Will my answers be shared? The survey is completely confidential. Only aggregate (group) responses will be reported. Any optional text responses are de-identified.
• How long will it take? Approximately 45-60 minutes depending on your answers.

We know you take on so much for your business and community; now it is our turn to help you. Help us be a voice for your business and your community by taking the survey today.

Please go to the following link to take the survey: Take the Survey

This research is being conducted by Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans & Military Families (IVMF). For more information about this research project, contact the IVMF Research Team at ivmfsurvey@syr.edu. We sincerely appreciate your help in this research!

Feel free to share this email within your network to encourage more participation. The more voices we hear, the stronger our impact will be.

Thank you for your support!

Best regards,

[Your Name]
[Your Position]
Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans & Military Families (IVMF)

For survey inquiries, please contact: ivmfsurvey@syr.edu

For media inquiries, please contact: Stephanie Salanger, Director of Communications, ssalange@syr.edu