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Veterans and military spouses are breaking barriers and building businesses with the support of American Corporate Partners (ACP) and Visa Foundation. Learn how mentorship and community support are helping entrepreneurs like Monica Fullerton and Kasey Kelly achieve their dreams. https://vi.sa/3ARQFWr

“Ventures & Victories: Stories of Entrepreneurial Breakthroughs” follows the real-life stories of Veteran entrepreneurs and the challenges they overcome. The podcast is available exclusively on the ACP Village (link in comments). In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Monica Fullerton, an ACP Alumna and the founder and CEO of Spouse-ly, an online marketplace that exclusively features products and services from military and first responder-owned businesses. Monica shares her story as a military spouse and how it inspired her to pursue a brand of entrepreneurship that would uplift others in the process. Monica dives into the hurdles she encountered along the way, the power of marketing and branding, and how collaboration allowed her to expedite her platform’s growth. Tune in for Monica’s insight into the small business world and how you can jumpstart your entrepreneurial journey today! #veterans #entrepreneurs #podcast #militarytransition

Shop Spouse-ly. Big Impact ?? With the holiday season quickly approaching, consider shopping small on Spouse-ly & supporting military + first responder owned ???? Our Holiday Gift Guide is live & ready for you to start browsing, a big thanks to our amazing partner USAA Small Business Insurance for supporting our mission and helping us put more funds in the pockets of our nation's heroes this holiday season by supporting their businesses! ?? Corporate gifting & wholesale orders are also in full swing on Spouse-ly! If you are interested in learning more- feel free to reach out. Help us spread the word & make it another impactful season for all of our inspiring makers, creators, and entrepreneurs ?? #shopspousely : https://lnkd.in/d3X_awBW #smallbusiness #militaryfamily #community #militaryspouse #veteranowned #firstresponders #ecommerce

?? Honoring Military-Connected Entrepreneurs! We are thrilled to share the Fall 2024 Issue of Military Entrepreneur Magazine. ?In this issue, we are?featuring 25 incredible military-connected entrepreneurs who are making a powerful impact in their communities! ???? These leaders are transforming their experiences into successful ventures while giving back to veterans, military families, and their local communities. Their resilience, leadership, and commitment are inspiring a brighter future for us all. Inside this issue: ?? 25 Notable Military-Connected Entrepreneurs Giving Back ?? How Military Entrepreneurs Are Shaping Communities ?? Why Mentoring Matters in Business Growth Join us in celebrating these trailblazers and their contributions! ?? https://lnkd.in/gpEhchMK #MilitaryEntrepreneurs #VeteransGivingBack #CommunityImpact #MentorshipMatters #MilitaryFamilies #VeteranOwnedBusinesses #Entrepreneurship Emily Emmons P14 Troy A Small P16 Travis Arnold P20 Keyani S. Washington P22 Jen Amos P24 Cyle Adair P26 ?? Ruth YOung-LOaeza? P28 Scott R. Tucker P30 April Mitchell P34 Dr. Kenneth Gay P36 Ayren Pfeifer, ASP, GREEN, MRP P38 Jacob Mousseau P40 Deon Green P42 Rod Matthews P44 Kevin Schmiegel P46 Anna Wood P48 Sinuhe Montoya P52 Colleen Marchi P54 Monica Fullerton P58 Kimberly Nguyen P60 Moshe Krafchow P62 Hunter & Chase P64 Michelle Penczak P66 Stephanie Brown

#AmbersAdventures It's a been a suuuuper busy Friday getting things done, but I had to share my mail delivery today ?? My friend Katie Prill of Love and Lettering by Katie, send me some wonderful LOGO shirts that I will be ROCKING ??at the Military Influencer Conference next week?? On top of that, I asked her to send some #stickers I can give out as well, and she nailed it!!??Check out her Spouse-ly store at the link below? Just check out some of the funny ones below and let me know if you have a favorite one!!!?? #Travel Safe everyone, and I'll see you for another round of #hugs, #relationshipbuilding, #smiles, and some wonderful new ADVENTURES?? #VeteranDisabilityTravel ?#poweredbygirlvet Military Spouse Employment Partnership--MSEP Disability:IN Spouse-ly

Our own Scott Lippert joined Monica Fullerton on the Spouse-ly podcast to share his journey from third-generation Navy officer to leading 8,000 employees in U.S. Bank call center operations. Tune in for his inspiring story and tips for veterans seeking roles in the corporate world. https://bit.ly/4dcmqH1

Cheers to *FOUR* years of Love and Lettering by Katie! I can hardly believe it! There were moments when I wanted to throw in the towel, when imposter syndrome was so loud, it felt impossible to show up. There were weeks when sales were flat, my ideas were running dry, and doubt crept in more than I care to admit. But despite it all, I kept going—because of you. Every order, every message, every bit of support along the way fueled this journey, even when it felt tough. Thank you for being a part of this wild ride! Thank you to Spouse-ly for all of the love and support from the very first day I opened my shop. I’m grateful for the friendships I’ve gained, the knowledge and support from the most amazing leader Monica Fullerton and my fellow vendors - vendors who I call my friends ?? The biggest thank you goes to my husband, Ben Prill and our two amazing boys - I couldn’t have done any of this without you! You have supported me every step of the way, and for that I am so grateful. As a small token of my gratitude, enjoy 15% off all weekend long with code CHEERS4 from now?until Sunday, September 15.?To this next chapter in my small business, here’s a virtual cheers ?? because I just know year 5 is going to be the best one yet!

It’s PCS season, and hundreds of thousands of servicemembers and their families will face the daunting task of moving, again. Because of their familiarity with the pain points, it shouldn’t be a surprise that many #veteran and #MilitarySpouse #entrepreneurs have launched companies aimed at making PCS moves easier. We’ve compiled a list of Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF Bunker Labs alumni running companies right now that want to help your next PCS experience be your best. Give them a look today! ?? Anthony Gantt, M.A., LSSYB Jr., #Marine Corps Veteran, Founder of atease Rentals ?? Monica Fullerton, #AirForce Spouse Founder of Spouse-ly ?? Shea S. Sines, #Army Spouse, Founder of BoxOps? ?? Vic Hill, Army Veteran, Founder of MyRUCK ?? Jason Anderson, Army Veteran, Founder of VeteranPCS https://lnkd.in/g4NcuqdB

?? Exciting Collaboration Announcement! ?? We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Charlie Madison Originals, a custom-designed bracelet company founded by a retired U.S. Navy family. Their passion for connecting military families shines through their amazing community, which is one of the best around thanks to the incredibly supportive and inspiring military families that are part of it. To support our documentary "In the Shadows of Service," they have designed an exclusive bracelet just for our Kickstarter campaign! "Resilient Harmony" - white marbled beads represent the chaotic life of a military spouse and how we keep things centered no matter what. The bracelet has a balanced look just like how military spouses retain our family lives. We’re resilient, make sacrifices to keep life calm and provide harmony. This beautiful piece is more than just a bracelet—it's a symbol of unity, resilience, and the strong bond within our military community. Get your bracelet today - ?????????????????? ???????? ?????????????????? ???? ???? ??????-???? via our Kickstarter campaign! Donate today! ?? Kickstarter Campaign: https://lnkd.in/eyySUxaZ Join us in celebrating this collaboration and wear your bracelet with pride! And THANK YOU Charlie Madison! #InTheShadowsOfService #CharlieMadisonOriginals #MilitaryFamily #BraceletForACause #SupportOurFilm #Kickstarter

What better person to choose to help with a military spouse's cause than a military spouse herself? Big thank you to Katie Prill for designing these! So proud and excited to share the first images of the Kickstarter campaign rewards for our documentary, "In the Shadows of Service". There are different rewards available at different donation tiers. Be sure to check them out! You're helping #militaryspouses in more ways than one!