For JJ Maes, business ownership meant more than fixing windshields
After 25 years working in body shops, JJ Maes decided it was time to build something of his own. Maes launched 11 Bravo Mobile Auto Glass in 2018 after moving […]
Blowing stuff up: A local veteran who once lacked direction now provides it for others
When David Linhart joined the Army at 18, he didn’t hedge about his motivation. He told his recruiter he wanted to blow stuff up. America was at war, after all. […]
Arizona veterans organizations collaborate on upcoming American Veterans Magazine
Two Arizona-based organizations dedicated to supporting veteran-owned businesses are collaborating on the upcoming edition of American Veterans Magazine. The Southwest Veterans Chamber of Commerce (SWVCC) and American Veterans (AMVETS) are partnering to produce and […]
In Scottsdale, military experience shapes a veterans first mortgage team
In Scottsdale, a veteran led mortgage team is building a business shaped less by sales language and more by shared military experience. The Victor Alpha Group, based in Scottsdale and […]
Mint Cannabis doubles Veterans discount to 44% to honor lives lost to PTSD
This Veterans Day, an Arizona dispensary chain is turning its everyday discount into a symbol of remembrance and advocacy. Mint Cannabis, which operates eight dispensaries across metro Phoenix, will double […]
Amid mass VA cuts, Air Force vet launches claims business in Pinal County
MARICOPA — With unprecedented employee slashing at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and limited services for veterans in Pinal County, who must seek healthcare benefits in Phoenix or Tucson, Paul […]
Southwest Vets Chamber, Foundation name new directors
Phoenix Legacy Foundation’s Jason Bressler presents a donation check to Tom Sheets, Carl Ulbrich, Sheldon David Linhart, Leo DeLangis and the team at Southwest Veterans Foundation on Feb. 11, 2025. […]
Invenergy donates $10K to Soldier’s Best Friend
A veteran will get to walk home with a new four-legged friend in the near future thanks to a generous donation from a leading energy solutions developer. Chicago-based Invenergy donated […]
Casa Veterans Ministry helps vets heal through spiritual programs
The Casa Veterans Ministry launched in 2012 in partnership with the Arizona Coalition for Military Families. It operates out of the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale, 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, […]
Free courses for Veterans seeking business help, apply by Aug. 26
Warrior Rising offers a free online course for service-disabled Veterans interested in starting or accelerating a business. Sponsored by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the course runs from August 29 […]