VMAC - Veteran Business Accelerator Boot Camp
Veteran Business Accelerator Boot Camp
Take Command of Your Business. Build the Plan. Execute the Mission.
The Veteran Business Accelerator Boot Camp is a five-session, in-person business accelerator designed for veterans who are considering starting a business or want to improve, strengthen or expand an existing business.
Over five consecutive Saturday mornings, participants will use LivePlan, a leading business-planning software platform, to transform a business concept or growth strategy into a launch-ready, fundable business plan.
Presented through the Veteran and Military Advocacy Coalition (VMAC), this hands-on program combines practical business planning, direct mentorship and peer collaboration to help veteran entrepreneurs define their mission, build their strategy and prepare for what comes next.
Who Should Request a Seat?
The Veteran Business Accelerator Boot Camp is designed for veterans who live or work in Scottsdale and are:
- Considering starting a business
- Developing or preparing to launch a business concept
- Looking to improve an existing business
- Preparing to expand or grow their business
- Seeking greater clarity around marketing, operations, finances or strategy
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Five Saturdays. One Strategic Business Plan.
All five sessions will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on consecutive Saturdays in October at the HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center - Military Partnership Training Center, 7301 East 4th Street, suite 1, Scottsdale, 85251 (SEE MAP AT BOTTOM FOR PARKING INFO)
Session 1 | The Mission Analysis
Saturday, October 3
Establish the foundation of your business through an Idea Canvas and an examination of the problem you solve, your solution, target market and competitive landscape.
Session 2 | The Course of Action I
Saturday, October 10
Develop the strategy for bringing your business to market, including marketing, sales, operations and key milestones.
Session 3 | The Course of Action II
Saturday, October 17
Build the financial and organizational framework of your business by addressing revenue, direct costs and your hiring plan.
Session 4 | The Battlefield Order
Saturday, October 24
Translate your strategy into a financial roadmap by developing your budget, cash flow projections and executive summary.
Session 5 | The War Games
Saturday, October 31
Put your plan to the test. Participants will assess their strategy, adapt where needed and present the business plan developed throughout the Boot Camp.
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Commitment to All Five Sessions
The Veteran Business Accelerator Boot Camp is designed as a complete five-session accelerator, not a series of individual workshops. Each session builds upon the work completed during the previous week.
Acceptance into the program indicates your commitment and ability to attend ALL FIVE Saturday sessions.
Participants should also have access to a laptop to complete the hands-on business planning activities incorporated throughout the program.
Limited to 15–20 Veterans
To provide meaningful, hands-on support and direct mentorship, the Boot Camp is expected to include approximately 15 to 20 participants.
Veterans interested in participating are invited to complete a short interest form. The information provided will help organizers build a cohort whose business goals align with the program and who can commit to the entire five-session experience.
Completing the interest form does not guarantee placement in the program.
Submissions will be reviewed before participants are confirmed. If interest exceeds available space, applicants may be placed on a priority list for future programming and additional veteran business resources.
REQUEST A SEAT
Veterans interested in participating are encouraged to submit the program interest form:
https://business.scottsdalechamber.com/form/view/40298
Program Partners
The Veteran Business Accelerator Boot Camp is presented through a partnership between Arouet Capital, Scottsdale for Veterans, the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce and the Veteran and Military Advocacy Coalition (VMAC).
HonorHealth Military Partnership will host the five-session program.
Take command of your business.
Develop the mission. Build the strategy. Execute the plan.
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Date and Time
Saturday Oct 3, 2026
8:45 AM - 12:00 PM MST
The program will take place at the HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center - Military Partnership Training Center from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on all five Saturdays in October:
- October 3
- October 10
- October 17
- October 24
- October 31
Contact Information
Stephanie Miller
480-355-2704
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