# Event Details - **Event Name**: Veteran Business Bootcamp - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 am – Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us in person for the Veteran Business Bootcamp to boost your skills and grow your biz!About this EventThe Veterans Chamber of Commerce presents the Veteran Business Bootcamp, a two-day training experience for veterans, service members, military spouses, and veteran-owned businesses.This event is sponsored by Industrial Fence and presented in partnership with the Veteran Business Outreach Center and the Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion.The bootcamp will be led by Keith S. Murphy, Veteran Business Outreach Center Director for Illinois and Minnesota.Over the course of two days, participants will learn how to evaluate a business idea, better understand their market, identify customers and industry opportunities, select the correct legal structure, explore financing options, and develop a stronger business plan. A special session will also be held following Saturday’s training. The Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion will review the State of Illinois Veteran Business Program, including recent updates and information relevant to veteran-owned businesses pursuing state opportunities.Who Should Attend?This event is designed for: Veterans interested in starting a business Veteran-owned businesses Service members exploring entrepreneurship Military spouses interested in business ownership Existing small business owners looking to strengthen their foundation Businesses interested in SBA, VBOC, certification, and state program resourcesAgenda Day One: Saturday, June 13 Building the Foundation Training modules: What is Entrepreneurship? Idea vs. Business Opportunity Doing Your Market Research Customers and Industry Special Session Following Saturday Training The Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion will review the State of Illinois Veteran Business Program and recent program updates.Day Two: Sunday, June 14 Building the Business Training modules: The Economics of Small Business Selecting the Correct Legal Structure Financing Your Venture Business Planning: SBA Resources for YouInstructor Keith S. Murphy Veteran Business Outreach Center Director – Illinois & MinnesotaSponsor and Partners Presented by: Veterans Chamber of CommerceSponsored by: Industrial FenceIn Partnership With: Veteran Business Outreach Center Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/veteran-business-bootcamp/100001990457544096 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-06-13T13:00:00Z - Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes - Location: Industrial Fence Inc - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Industrial Fence Inc - **lat**: 41.86404719999999 - **long**: -87.73755779999999 - **full address**: Industrial Fence Inc, 1300 South Kilbourn Avenue, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Veteran Business Bootcamp - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/79293ee84af6858a7e800edfea7492cf9c19bbbf602397a073fbd7f722d2905b-rimg-w1200-h600-dc02122f-gmir.jpg?v=1780234776 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Veteran Business Bootcamp being held? - **A:** Veteran Business Bootcamp takes place on Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 08:30 am to Sun, 14 Jun, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Industrial Fence Inc, 1300 South Kilbourn Avenue, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Veteran Business Bootcamp? - **A:** Veteran Business Bootcamp is organized by Veterans Chamber of Commerce, NFP. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Veteran Business Bootcamp is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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