BUDDY-TO-BUDDY VOLUNTEER SUPPORT CALL June 21, 2016 Buddy-to-Buddy is a peer-to-peer outreach program that trains veterans to provide peer support and linkage to needed resources for Michigan Post-9/11 service members and veterans. Visit us at www.buddytobuddy.org or reach us at buddytobuddyvvp@umich.edu or 1-888-82-BUDDY. Every week, Buddy-to-Buddy holds Support Calls for its 120+ volunteers, sharing resources and bringing guest speakers to provide information on topics of interest and available services.
Guest Speaker Presentation
Vet Biz Central Guest Speaker Matt Sherwood Executive Director Vet Biz Central 810-767-8387 matt@vetbizcentral.org Guest Speaker Summary Vet Biz Central is a federally funded 501(c)3 nonprofit organization They are a nationwide organization and their office in Flint, MI serves veterans in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Services are 100% for veterans o Help veterans start or expand small businesses o Provide 1-on-1, in-depth counseling regarding business plans and feasibility of them o They don’t provide financing, but they do help veterans get their ideas ready to pitch to lenders – come up with business plans, projects, etc. o Provide info on vet-owned certifications, helpful webinars Provide services to Active Duty, Guard, Reservists, and their immediate family members Provide workshops for veterans interested in starting their own business Hold annual Veteran Business Matchmaking conference – helps existing business owners engage with opportunities to win contracts, etc.
Buddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program
www.buddytobuddy.org
To get more information  Visit www.vetbizcentral.org  Email matt@vetbizcentral.org
Buddy-to-Buddy Volunteer Veteran Program
www.buddytobuddy.org