2024 Service-Disabled Veteran Business Propel Program Application                                

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Program Description and Eligibility Requirements
The Disability:IN Propel Program is designed to serve established  Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises ready to advance sustainable business growth to a new level. This eight-month development program brings together fifty service-disabled veteran business owners, fifty Disability:IN corporate partner mentors, and subject-matter experts to deliver a collaborative and engaging learning experience.   
 
The SDV-DOBE Propel Program has two components: 

1. 1. Virtual Learning 
  • Six virtual one-hour webinars on topics carefully curated from our program participants and leading business experts

  • A virtual program orientation and closing event

  • Webinars will be scheduled once per month.  

2. Mentorship 


Each participant will be paired with experienced professionals from Disability:IN's corporate partner organizations for an eight-month mentoring relationship designed to complement the virtual learning curriculum. Even though the mentorship is self-paced, it is expected that the mentorship pairs meet at least twice monthly.    


To participate in the 2024 SDV-DOBE Propel Program, you must meet the following requirements. 


Candidate Eligibility:  

  • Business is currently certified by Disability:IN as a SDV-DOBE in good standing OR is committed to becoming certified by February 29, 2024. The initial certification fee will be waived. 
  • Participant must be the majority owner.
  • $5+ Million in Annual Revenues
  • Demonstrates leadership maturity and committed to further advancing organizational capabilities.
  • Committed to fully participating in all components of the program.

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