Center of Excellence for Veteran Entrepreneurship (COE)

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The mission of the Center of Excellence (COE) for Veteran Entrepreneurship is to create, collect, organize, and share knowledge, resources, and networks to advance entrepreneurial opportunities for transitioning service members, veterans, and their families. This is accomplished through the development and delivery of innovative programs and educational resources; timely and relevant research and policy analysis; and by cultivating veteran-connected ecosystems across the United States.

Three ways we move the mission forward

The COE's work spans programming, research, and relationships. Each reinforcing the other to build a stronger pipeline for veteran-owned business.

Education & training

We design and deliver hands-on programs and educational resources that walk veteran entrepreneurs from an early idea through a growing, sustainable business.

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Ecosystem building

We cultivate veteran-connected networks across the country by closing gaps between entrepreneurs, corporations, and support organizations rather than leaving each to work in isolation.

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Research & policy

Our research and analytics team studies what actually helps veteran-owned businesses succeed, turning that evidence into policy analysis that shapes decisions at the local and national level.

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