Built by Idaho Veterans. For Idaho Veterans and Spouses.

    VEA is Idaho's #1 resource for veterans and military spouses ready to transition and build real businesses.

    You Bring the Drive. We Bring the Backup.

    If you are a veteran or spouse in Idaho and you want to start or grow a business, VEA is your support team. We combine AI assisted onboarding, one-on-one strategy support, education, and community so you are not guessing alone.

    Our Foundation

    What VEA Is Built Around

    Three pillars that power every program, event, and connection we make.

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    Educate

    Business education, training, workshops, courses, and access to resources.

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    02

    Empower

    Mentorship, coaching, funding opportunities, and personalized business support.

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    03

    Connect

    Networking events, partnerships, and creating a connected community.

    Our Story.

    VEA was founded by Isaac Belden, an Idaho veteran who saw firsthand that the resources available to veteran entrepreneurs were scattered, underfunded, and disconnected. He built VEA to change that, one veteran business at a time.

    What started as a one day educational event in Boise has grown into Idaho's most active veteran entrepreneur community, with 900+ members served, 500+ businesses launched, and more than $2M in funding secured for veteran-owned businesses across the state.

    Isaac Belden at the 2018 Veteran Entrepreneurs event

    Supporting Idaho Veterans Statewide.

    From Boise to Coeur d'Alene, VEA connects Idaho veterans with the tools, training, and community they need to launch and grow successful businesses. Whether you're just separating from service or already running a side hustle, Idaho veterans will find free resources, real mentors, and a network that speaks your language.

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    900+
    Members Served
    500+
    Businesses Launched
    17,000+
    Hours of Education
    $2M+
    Funding Secured

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    Backed by Trusted Partners

    Mission43JKAF
    Borbonus Family Foundation
    Idaho Technology CouncilIdaho Division of Veterans Services

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    Meet the VEA Team

    The veterans, advocates, and staff leading Idaho's veteran entrepreneur movement.

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    VEA's Impact and Results

    900+ members served, 500+ businesses launched, 17,000+ hours of education, see the numbers.

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    Free Veteran Business Programs

    Browse all of VEA's free programs spanning education, mentorship, and 1-on-1 strategy.

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    VEA in North Idaho

    How VEA serves veteran entrepreneurs in Coeur d'Alene and the broader North Idaho region.

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