Business Resources for Veterans
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development has many business development services to help you succeed, including:
Small Business Assistance Office
First point of contact for questions on business start-up, operation and expansion
Small Business Development Centers
Provide business counseling services and training programs throughout the state
Minnesota WorkForce Centers
Statewide Business Services Specialists will introduce you to a wealth of services, including veterans representatives, regional labor market analysts and information, tax incentives, business and community development loans, and more
Other Business Services
Minnesota offers many other programs for business owners and entrepreneurs
Federal Resources
Reserve and Guard Small Business Guide
Small Business Administration guide to restarting a business after returning from active duty
Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Low-interest loans to eligible small businesses facing financial needs because the business owner or essential employee was called to active duty
Microloan Program
Very small loans to start-up, newly established, or growing small business concerns. SBA makes funds available to nonprofit community-based lenders which, in turn, make loans to eligible borrowers in amounts up to a maximum of $35,000. The average loan size is about $13,000.
Find out more about national programs from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Enabling Veterans in Minnesota to achieve economic security by facilitating career-related services.