Supporting Utah’s Military-Connected Entrepreneurs
We provide entrepreneurial support to veterans, active duty, reserve, guard, and military spouses throughout Utah.
The Utah Veteran Business Resource Center (VBRC), established in 2017, supports Utah’s military-connected entrepreneurs—including veterans, active-duty members, reservists, guardsmen, and spouses—in starting or growing their businesses.
Backed by the Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs, Salt Lake Community College, the State of Utah, and the U.S. Small Business Administration, the VBRC provides counseling, mentorship, and business advising. It also created the Utah Veteran Business Registry to help veteran-owned businesses gain recognition and visibility.
In partnership with Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families, the VBRC offers the STRIVE Program—one of only seven in the U.S.—which provides in-depth training for aspiring veteran entrepreneurs. These efforts reflect Utah’s strong commitment to empowering its veteran business community through education, resources, and ongoing support.
Explore the Ecosystem (not Egosystem)
Discover the partners who power our work by exploring the interactive honeycomb.
Click the highlighted regions on the image to learn more about each sponsor’s mission and services.
Show That Your Business is a Verified Utah Veteran-Owned Business
You can request the digital decal by calling 801-957-3670 or by emailing bguertl1@slcc.edu. Printed vinyl decals will be available for pick up soon.
To qualify, you must be registered in the Utah Veteran-Owned Business Registry. Visit the link: https://vbr.veterans.utah.gov/s/ and select Register Business. The Utah Department of Veterans & Military Affairs will verify your veteran status, and the VBRC will verify your business license.
Registered businesses will receive formal state recognition and access to upcoming exclusive opportunities.