Are you a veteran—or the spouse, partner, or child of one—ready to take your business idea seriously? Our 8-week business accelerator is built for people who already know how to operate under pressure. Now let's put that to work.
What you'll get:
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Your Skills Already Transfer: Leadership, logistics, working under pressure, executing with incomplete information...you know the drill, and the secret is that these skills are highly applicable to building businesses. This program helps you recognize and apply them.
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A High-Accountability Environment: You've operated in high-stakes environments before. We match that energy. Every session is designed to build momentum and keep it.
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Listen, Then Act: We start by understanding your vision and your challenges, then help you build actionable strategies to bring your business to life.
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A Tight Community: With only 12 spots, you'll build alongside a cohort of veterans and veteran family members who get it. The lived experience in the room will be one of your greatest resources.
Who Should Apply?
Veterans and immediate family members of veterans with a business idea, an early-stage startup, or a clear sense that it's time to build something. Whether you're refining a concept or ready to launch, this program meets you where you are.
Details:
Where: StartingBlock Madison (821 E. Washington Ave)
When: Weekly on Wednesdays, starting September 9th through October 28th
Time: 4-6pm
Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your idea into a market-ready business. Apply today and join a growing community of entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of business.
ASSOCIATED BANK VETERANS COHORT
Starts September 9th, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 12, 2026
What to Expect
EDUCATION
We provide multiple educational opportunities during the 12 week intensive program including sessions around business models, interviewing potential customers and developing an elevator speech
ACCESS
Get access to world-class content in a safe, friendly and fun environment
ACCOUNTABILITY
We work with you to identify your next critical milestone and develop a plan, budget and timeline to tackle it.
NETWORKING
Join our vibrant community with weekly networking opportunities and a dedicated space to work.










