Alumnus helps veterans transition to civilian life, oversees Home Base move
When Armando Hernandez (’14, Exercise Science) left the Marine Corps, he faced a challenge. Four years of honorable service took...
With FGCU’s help, Army veteran’s business is booming
Law enforcement and private companies like SpaceX and Rocket Lab USA have purchased his product...
Veteran credits business success to FGCU
Stephen Berge of Cape Coral couldn’t have expected that joining the U.S. Marine Corps in 2000 would perhaps be the...
Alum turns riding on one wheel into big deal
Bill Mueller is accustomed to the kidding when he pedals about on a unicycle, from people making imitations of the...
Veterans prep for entrepreneurial competition
About three dozen veterans in the second annual Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program are honing their presentations for the session’s grand-finale...
Veterans: Apply now for free business program
Nearly 1 in 4 active-duty service members and veterans are interested in launching their own business, according to the Veterans...
FGCU honors veterans at appreciation luncheon
Dr. Chris Wright-Isak, assistant professor of marketing, warned the crowd of about 100 gathered in the Cohen Center ballroom Thursday...
Institute receives Schulze grant for veterans’ program
$40,000 will help support entrepreneurs who develop the best plans to launch or expand a small business....
Grant supports veterans’ entrepreneurship program
Deadline is Dec. 1 to apply for second round of free 15-week business course....
Philanthropist honors veterans with scholarships
As a veteran himself, William “Bill” Schoen believes in serving those who served. Schoen, a Naples resident for 35 years...
Attention! Veterans start mentoring program
With life experiences ranging from combat duty to extensive training in time management, organization and teamwork, those who served can...