Start-up Training Resources Inspiring Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE)
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Overview
Start-up Training Resources Inspiring Veteran Entrepreneurship (STRIVE)
Status: Active program
Geographic Scope: Tennessee (offered in multiple locations including Kingsport and primary ETSU location)
Focus Areas: Veteran entrepreneurship, business planning, startup training
Program Description: An eight-week intensive course designed to assist veterans through all stages of business development, whether they have a business idea, are in early-stage development, or have an established business looking to grow.
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Background: ETSU is the second institution in the country selected to host STRIVE through a partnership with Syracuse University's Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF). IVMF has trained over 70,000 veteran entrepreneurs. STRIVE is supported by Sync Space Entrepreneur Center, BoxDrop, and the ETSU Research Corporation.
Contact:
Program Director: William H. Heise, Ph.D.
Website: www.etsu.edu/strive
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Visit www.etsu.edu/strive
2. Complete application form
3. Submit by application deadline
Application Deadline: December 31 (for spring cohort)
Program Start: March (spring cohort)
Duration: Eight weeks
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