Millennial Veteran Entrepreneurship: Research on the Next Generation of Veteran Entrepreneurs

Historically, veterans have been more entrepreneurial than non-veterans. However, millennial veterans participate in entrepreneurship at a lower rate than millennial non-veterans.  Important demographic differences exist between entrepreneurial millennial veterans and older veterans. This study examines how millennial veteran entrepreneurs differ from their non-veteran peers and veterans of previous generations, finding that millennial veterans tend to be more diverse. Additionally, a larger share of millennial veterans are women. The analysis suggests that policymakers should address the gap in entrepreneurship for millennial veterans and tailor support to account for their changing demographics. 

Read “Millennial Veteran Entrepreneurship: Research on the Next Generation of Veteran Entrepreneurs” to learn more. 

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For more information on programs to help veteran entrepreneurs, please see the following links: 

• Boots to Business 
• Office of Veterans Business Development