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Great businesses aren't built alone. Day two of the DAV Patriot Boot Camp Alumni Accelerator put that idea into action. 🤝

Returning Patriot Boot Camp alumni spent the day sharpening their negotiation skills, connecting with experienced mentors and tackling the challenges that come with growing a business.

Sessions led by Sean Mangan, Director of Entrepreneurship and Community Development Clinic for the University of Cincinnati's entrepreneurship team, explored negotiations, while dedicated mentor sessions gave founders opportunities to work through questions and gain new perspectives while making valuable connections.

The day wrapped with a Deal Room Pitch workshop to help entrepreneurs strengthen how they communicate their business vision and opportunities.

This special alumni gathering builds on the foundation participants established during previous Patriot Boot Camp cohorts, giving them another opportunity to learn from experts and one another as their businesses evolve.
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Lawmakers have run out of excuses, and it’s time to end the wounded veteran tax once and for all.

In this episode of the DAV Podcast, Todd Hunter sits down with DAV Washington Headquarters Executive Director Jim Marsalek to break down a massive, rare procedural victory: securing 218 signatures on the discharge petition for the Major Richard Star Act.

Discover what this milestone means for the 50,000 combat-injured retirees whose careers were cut short, why Congress stalled for years over the cost, and—most importantly—how grassroots advocacy through DAVCAN.org is forcing accountability. We are closer than ever to the finish line, but the fight isn't over.

Listen in to find out how you can hold your representatives accountable before they head back to Washington.
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