100 Entrepreneurs Project

100 Entrepreneurs Project Helping vets and their family members with entrepreneurship and business opportunities. They represent a wide range of ranks and backgrounds.

100 Entrepreneurs Foundation was created to provide seriously wounded service members, veterans and their families with information and ideas for creating their own businesses or exploring civilian jobs after they leave the hospital. While they learn how to ski, scuba, and golf on artificial limbs and post brain injuries, our program shows them that the job market in civilian life includes creatin

g new companies, including 8(a) businesses for government contracting. The veterans have a great many ideas for new businesses, addressing every market and in just about every industry. To support injured service members, veterans and their families, more than 100 Entrepreneurs have been interviewed and through their case studies, presentations and mentorship, they have provided the wounded with their stories, ideas, insights, and wisdom.

100 Entrepreneurs started in 2006 and continues with classes provided every other week during the spring and fall. Attendees include a mix of high school graduates and individuals preparing to attend college or graduate school after their recovery. They have interests in a broad spectrum of industries, from franchise restaurants and barber shops to consulting and real estate management. Most are in the hospital recovering from surgeries, while some have moved on but return to the hospital to participate in the program. While the program does not provide a degree, it does provide ideas and inspiration. Many won’t start their own business (yet) but will leave the hospital with more information on businesses in the civilian world. Team members have interviewed more than 100 entrepreneurs across over 80 industries. Classes include entrepreneur speakers addressing a range of business functions, presentations on aspects of starting and building a business, and case studies written from the interviews. We have connected participants with mentors, reviewed their business cases, and helped them conduct market research on their business ideas. Some have been helped with a specific business concept, while others have started to see opportunities for their lives after recovery. We base our success on the number of participants whose eyes light up with a new idea or inspiration.

Join Us on Sept 9th for a conversation about AI.
08/25/2026

Join Us on Sept 9th for a conversation about AI.

Part 2: The Andrea Martinez testimonial
07/09/2026

Part 2: The Andrea Martinez testimonial

Andrea, Martinez, a Navy Veteran, opens up about her struggle after...

Part 1: ASAP Building Community Through the Arts
07/09/2026

Part 1: ASAP Building Community Through the Arts

Andrea Reichwald and Jule Nelson-Duac explain the Armed Services Ar...

Part 2: The Andrea Martinez testimonial
06/26/2026

Part 2: The Andrea Martinez testimonial

Andrea, Martinez, a Navy Veteran, opens up about her struggle after...

Part 1: ASAP Building Veteran Community Through the Arts
06/26/2026

Part 1: ASAP Building Veteran Community Through the Arts

Andrea Reichwald and Jule Nelson-Duac explain the Armed Services Ar...

Please join us tomorrow at 12pm to listen to a dynamic veteran who will share his struggles and success in opening two g...
06/09/2026

Please join us tomorrow at 12pm to listen to a dynamic veteran who will share his struggles and success in opening two gyms in the greater Boston area.

Rich Roland has turned a passion into a career with hard work and persistence. Come on out and have a listen to his journey!

Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88273931600?pwd=Fv9qJkTzblJelKLMFaxSKqFFakwPDz.1

Tune in Wednesday, May 13 at 12pm!It's so exciting to have ASAP back. Join us to hear about all the new opportunities th...
05/11/2026

Tune in Wednesday, May 13 at 12pm!
It's so exciting to have ASAP back. Join us to hear about all the new opportunities they have
to connect with other Veterans and.... Who knows? You might possibly find a medium that speaks to you. Andrea, our guest speaker is a military spouse and
is eager to share her passions with you.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86472830536?pwd=1hO7rL2TtA82TGRJ7QN0nLgPu4VOpZ.1

Part 2- Holly Simmons, Founder of She Loves Me, explains that entrepreneurs should define an end goal early, building to...
05/05/2026

Part 2- Holly Simmons, Founder of She Loves Me, explains that entrepreneurs should define an end goal early, building to sell, pass to children, or create a heritage brand, because it clarifies priorities and commitment; she suggests writing a future “headline” for the business. She describes how an art studio and the first flower shop space came through recognizing opportunities, leveraging the appeal of flower shops to real estate developers for favorable rent, and later consolidating from three locations to one. Without formal business courses, she credits a seamstress mother and journalism for resilience, comfort with reworking, and not dwelling on mistakes. She chose the name “She Loves Me” for a subtle floral reference, secured the domain, and argue branding drives most business success. She outlines multiple revenue channels (weddings, retail/delivery, brand events, workshops) and stress early compliance via a part-time bookkeeper plus learning core finance/HR basics, while noting she should have sought coaching sooner and now prioritize enjoyment and family.

1 like. "Holly Simmons, Founder, She Loves Me on Strategic Planning & Success, April 2026 Part 2"

Part 1- Holly explains how she transitioned from journalism at the Washington Post and NPR into entrepreneurship. After ...
04/27/2026

Part 1- Holly explains how she transitioned from journalism at the Washington Post and NPR into entrepreneurship. After noticing changes in click-driven media and wanting to travel, she left her job and began teaching succulent classes at home, building early momentum around 2015 by trend-spotting and sourcing plants from California. She later realized she preferred the fast pace of flowers, hired a florist, and started with small budget weddings while working from a shared studio she co-founded with artist friends. She reinvested earnings from a separate account, committing seriously after reaching $15,000, then opened a standalone shop. COVID forced a rapid shift to deliveries, amplified by a charity bouquet for isolated seniors, leading to major volume and system upgrades. She systematized operations to reduce her workload, strengthen culture, and prepares for sale as she considers a move to Portugal; after exploring buyers and alternatives, she finds an unexpected buyer.

1 like. "From Petals to Profits: Holly Simmons' Journey with She Loves Me, April 2026 Part 1"

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