Veteran Business Leadership Association
Roundtable & Networking Event
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Veteran business owners are invited to join the NYC Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) for a roundtable to celebrate the launch of the Veteran Business Leadership Association (VBLA), a specialized program that offers monthly educational workshops, networking opportunities, and one-on-one support to help veterans grow their businesses.
The VBLA roundtable will take place on Monday, April 11th, at Brooklyn Borough Hall. Veteran business owners are invited to attend to learn more about the initiative, network with peers, and meet stakeholders.
EVENT INFORMATION:
WHEN:
Monday, April 11, 2022
3:00 – 5:00 pm
WHERE:
Brooklyn Borough Hall
209 Joralemon Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
HOW TO JOIN:
Register here.
CONTACT:
Telephone: 646.904.8745
Email: info@NYCVBLA.org
MORE ABOUT THE VBLA:
The VBLA will help veteran businesses grow by offering the following services:
- Education: Offering one-on-one counseling and small group training to educate veterans in all areas of business development.
- Certification: Assisting veteran business owners with completing and submitting applications for government certifications programs.
- Marketing Strategy: Helping veteran business owners develop a plan to market their products or services to existing and new customers.
- Selling to the Government: Developing trainings to promote best practices in pursuing, securing, and performing on government contracts.
- Networking: Organizing networking opportunities to share veteran success stories and to encourage veteran business owners throughout their entrepreneurial journey.
- Outreach: Facilitating training and outreach events to educate veterans in all areas of business development.
- Advocacy: Collaborating with our strategic partners to champion the issues that matter most to the veteran business community.
Learn more at NYCVBLA.org.
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Fleet Week Returns to NYC: May 25th - 31st
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The U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Coast Guard will return to New York City for Fleet Week after two years of the event being held virtually. Multiple ships and nearly three thousand Sailors and Marines will visit the five boroughs, marking the beginning of summer, as well as New York City’s continued recovery from the pandemic. A press conference was held at City Hall this week to announce the event’s return.
“Fleet Week New York is an iconic partnership that represents the respect and gratitude we have for our military service members and Veterans. This tradition creates an invaluable opportunity for New Yorkers to understand and appreciate what it means to serve our country. This year, Fleet Week also symbolizes New York City’s resilience as we emerge from the pandemic. We are so happy to welcome Fleet Week back to NYC." - James Hendon, Commissioner of the NYC Department of Veterans’ Services
Fleet Week returns to NYC May 25th through May 31st! Visit nycgo.com for more information.
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Celebrating Women Veterans:
A Virtual Women’s History Month Event
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In celebration of Women’s History Month, DVS will host a virtual panel highlighting the stories of women veterans on Monday, March 28th. Panelists will include:
- Nancy Preston, CEO of Milk Money Kitchen and US Army Veteran
- Angela Indardeo, U.S. Army NY Recruiting Command
- Keyonna Fennell, Air Force National Media Engagement
WHEN: Monday, March 28th | 6-7pm
HOW TO JOIN: Join the event on Zoom here or visit facebook.com/nycveterans
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Leveraging LinkedIn to Enhance Your Brand
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On Thursday, March 31st, 6 - 7pm, DVS will host an online workshop to teach NYC veterans and military spouses how to use LinkedIn to enhance their personal brand and advance their career! Register here.
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Teaching JROTC Students Cybersecurity
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DVS worked with the U.S. Army to add a four-year cybersecurity curriculum to the JROTC program at Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Education High School in Queens. Students will begin cybersecurity courses this fall. Learn more here.
JROTC students are not required to enter military service upon graduation.
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DVS Programs and Initiatives
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Get the Benefits You Deserve
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DVS represents NYC veterans in claims for benefits from the VA. During a time of economic crisis and high unemployment, we wanted to ensure that every veteran got the financial benefits they earned. To file a claim, fill out the VetConnectNYC.org form (select "Benefits Navigation" as your preferred service).
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VetConnectPro: A New Employment Tool for NYC Veterans
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This past Veterans Day, the NYC Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) officially launched VetConnectPro - a new employment tool designed to help veterans find employment, professional mentorship, and resources to advance their careers. Get started by creating or uploading your resume today: nyc.gov/vetconnectpro.
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Mission: VetCheck volunteers make check-in calls to veterans across NYC. Through these calls, volunteers provide veterans with information regarding vital public services, including free meals, information on COVID-19 testing and vaccination sites, and mental health resources. To volunteer with Mission: VetCheck or request a check-in call, click here.
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Fighting Veteran Homelessness
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Over the past five years, our housing team has moved over 1,000 veterans from shelters and into permanent housing. Learn more about DVS's efforts to end veteran homelessness in NYC here.
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VetBizNYC: NYC's Veteran-Owned Business Map
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The Veteran Voices Project (VVP) is an oral history initiative designed to preserve the stories of NYC's Veterans. For more information, visit nyc.gov/vetvoices.
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How DVS Responded to the Pandemic
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Making supportive calls. Distributing face masks. Preparing meal kits. Housing the homeless. Processing VA benefit claims. Watch this video to learn how DVS responded to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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SITREP NYC: NYC's Official Veteran Podcast
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Listen to SITREP NYC, NYC's official veteran-focused podcast, to hear stories from veterans who are often ignored and underserved. Hear the complete season here or see below for a list of episodes:
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Stories of Transition
The Black Veteran Experience
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LGBT Veteran Stories
The Health of Women Veterans
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