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aztecsky49: Glad to know there are others interested in something like this. As you can probably see, the idea actually started back in May of 2007. The basic concept was to coordinate an event that would feature exhibitors offering opportunities for Military Veterans to become business owners of their own via various means. Additionally, there would be a few workshops and seminars available, as well. Finally, a few competitions. I was able to get SCORE and the SBA interested and they also offered to support the event as much as they could. I also have a few potential speakers lined up waiting... so people are interested and as I can see from this forum thread so are the Military Veterans, BUT...

It all comes down to money and that`s where I`m at a stand still.  That and time. Granted, I have recently left the Marine Corps(after almost 12yrs), but until one of my "GREAT IDEAS" come to life, I have to stick to the "traditional" corporate job I have. : ) No offense to my corporate employer. Great company... but I do have other goals.

I`ve also had individuals offer to help and I appreciate that, but like I said... it`s the money. I need money to cover the cost of overhead such as the venue, marketing, etc. I do have a few businesses that are willing to sponsor some finances, but only if I can confirm that I will have a fair amount of Exhibitors and Attendees.  It`s a catch 22.

I`m currently working on setting up a site to begin generating some buzz about the event, so stick around(choose to be notified of replies to this thread) and do the following:

1. Keep following this thread so you`re notified when I launch the site. I`ll post on this thread the link.
2. Be sure to tell others that are interested, attendees and potential exhibitors alike.
3. Be sure to join the Mailing List as soon as it is available once the site is launched. If I can get people to sign-up on the mailing list and fill out a quick questionnaire, I can get a better idea of how big(or small) this event could be.

More to come...