From service to startups: Patriot Ventures opens new doors for veterans, first responders
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the program was held at Adapting Social on Veterans Day.
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New Wall Township resource helps veterans enter the workforce and start businesses
A new resource in Wall Township called Patriot Ventures aims to help veterans and first responders turn their experience and leadership skills into business ownership or employment.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the program was held at Adapting Social on Veterans Day. Local officials, first responders, veterans and their families gathered to celebrate the joint initiative between Bridging the Gap for Veterans Foundation and Adapting Social.
The initiative combines a national network of veteran and first responder entrepreneurs with the operational support needed to run a business resource center.
"We realized that there are so many more challenges when you leave the military. It’s not just about business — it’s about mental health, finding your new tribe, finding structure," said John Vagueiro, founder of Adapting Social.
"Whether you’re a new business or existing. We want to help them with business acumen, marketing strategies, access to funding. We want to make a difference so they can thrive," said Michael Ferraro, executive director of Bridging the Gap.
Patriot Ventures became available Nov. 11.
