Urban Fusion Knowledge Experience
Urban Fusion Veterans
Empowering Veteran Founders. Redefining the Future of Urban Innovation.
Urban Fusion is a veteran-led movement advancing an inclusive economy of underrepresented entrepreneurs. As Chair and ally of the Veterans Advocacy Council (VAC), we create pathways for veterans to thrive as innovators, builders, and leaders.
Our Why
Veterans bring unmatched resilience, discipline, and leadership to entrepreneurship. At Urban Fusion, these values are accelerators of innovation and equitable growth.
Strength forged in service
→ translated into the innovation economy
Dedication to mission
→ harnessed to build enduring ventures
Brotherhood and sisterhood
→ echoed in inclusive ecosystems
Veteran-Led, Movement-Driven
Veterans are foundational leaders in Urban Fusion.
Veteran-led organization with national reach
Our leadership team brings military experience and values to every aspect of our work, ensuring we maintain a nationwide presence that serves veterans across the country.
Chairmanship with VAC aligns advocacy, access, and opportunity
Our strategic alignment with the Veterans Advocacy Council creates powerful synergies that maximize impact for veteran entrepreneurs at all levels.
Veterans recognized in the Urban Fusion Manifesto as underrepresented entrepreneurs driving systemic change
We explicitly acknowledge the unique value and perspective veterans bring to entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems.
The Manifesto Connection
Urban Fusion champions underrepresented entrepreneurs—including U.S. military veterans—as catalysts for equitable prosperity.
Centering dignity, ownership, and community wealth
We believe in creating pathways that honor veterans' service while building sustainable economic opportunities.
Translating policy and principles into real founder outcomes
Our approach moves beyond theory to deliver tangible results for veteran entrepreneurs.
Veterans as a core sub-cohort with tailored on-ramps
We recognize the unique needs of veteran founders and create specialized entry points accordingly.
Cohort Pathways for Veterans
Veterans align across multiple entrepreneurial identities within Urban Fusion:
01
Pre-Founders
Transitioning service members exploring entrepreneurship
02
Corporate Side Hustlers
Building ventures alongside careers
03
Entrepreneurs
Launching and scaling venture-backed or revenue-first startups
04
Solopreneurs
Independent builders creating sustainable, resilient businesses
What We Offer (At-a-Glance)
Community
Peer cohorts, mentors, operator councils
Capital Readiness
Investor intros, pitch prep, non-dilutive funding guidance
Capability Building
Sprints, masterclasses, venture design toolkits
Market Access
Pilot programs, corporate and civic partnerships
Policy & Advocacy
Through VAC alignment to reduce systemic barriers
Partnership With VAC
In partnership with the Veterans Advocacy Council (VAC), we:
Advance veteran-centered policy and programming
Working together to create systemic change that benefits veteran entrepreneurs at all levels.
Co-create pathways into innovation ecosystems
Building bridges between military experience and entrepreneurial opportunity.
Elevate veteran voices in national entrepreneurship conversations
Ensuring veterans' perspectives are represented in key discussions about economic growth and innovation.
Success Signals
100+
Veteran founders engaged
across cohorts
25+
Pilots launched
with civic and corporate partners
$5M+
Capital mobilized
and jobs supported
How It Works
1
Apply or join the open community to get started
Begin your journey with a simple application process that connects you to our veteran entrepreneur ecosystem.
2
Get matched to the right cohort track and mentors
We'll help you find the perfect fit based on your entrepreneurial stage and goals.
3
Build traction with sprints, pilots, and showcases
Accelerate your progress through structured programs designed specifically for veteran founders.
4
Access capital, customers, and community—by design
Connect with the resources you need to grow and scale your venture successfully.
Get Involved
For Veterans:
Join a supportive community of builders
Connect with fellow veteran entrepreneurs who understand your unique journey and challenges.
Access capability-building and market opportunities
Develop the skills and connections you need to succeed in the innovation economy.
For Partners:
Sponsor cohorts and sprints
Support veteran entrepreneurs through targeted programming.
Offer pilots or procurement pathways
Create market access opportunities for veteran-led ventures.
Mentor, advise, and invest
Share your expertise and resources to help veteran founders thrive.
Values in Action
Mission-first, outcomes-driven
We maintain the military focus on achieving objectives while measuring real impact for veteran entrepreneurs.
Inclusive, intersectional, and community-centered
We recognize the diversity within the veteran community and build programs that serve all who have served.
Data-informed, policy-aligned, and market-relevant
Our approach combines rigorous analysis with practical applications that create real opportunities.
From Service to Impact
Veterans answered the call to serve. Today, they answer the call to build, innovate, and lead. Urban Fusion Veterans is where service transforms into lasting economic impact.