Veteran Business Project’s Upcoming Event: Valor to Venture Gala
Join the Veteran Business Project, Inc. (VBP) on Thursday, October 29, from 6 PM to 10 PM at Hotel Arista, Naperville, for our third annual Valor to Venture gala, where we celebrate veteran success stories.
What to Expect at Valor to Venture
- Cocktail Hour: Mix and mingle with veteran business owners.
- Dinner & Live Auction: Enjoy a plated dinner followed by a live auction, hosted by professional auctioneer David Goodman, with exciting items including authentic WWII knives.
- Emcee: The event will be led by Mike Tobin from Fox News Network.
- Honors: Celebrate partnerships and honor veteran business owners.
The gala aims to fund programs, including a PTSD Mental Health initiative in collaboration with the Veterans Assistance Commission of DuPage County and the University of Chicago.
About VBP: Supporting Veterans’ Business Dreams
Founded 14 years ago by Vietnam Marine Lynn Lowder and restaurateur Dale Eisenberg, VBP helps veterans and military spouses achieve business ownership. Over the last 48 months, VBP has supported 75 new veteran-owned businesses and expanded educational partnerships with organizations like College of DuPage.
The unique model of Rosie’s Home Cookin’, a VBP subsidiary, not only serves the community but also funds VBP’s mission.
Honoring John P. Calamos, Sr.
Mr. Calamos will receive the first YET (You’ve Earned This) Award for his exceptional support of veterans and VBP.
Tickets & Sponsorships
- Tickets: $300 each
- Sponsorships: Packages available, each includes tickets.
For more details, visit VeteranBusinessProject.org.
Event Summary
- What: Valor to Venture Gala
- When: Thursday, Oct. 29, 6 PM – 10 PM
- Where: Hotel Arista, 2139 CityGate Lane, Naperville
- Tickets: $300 each; sponsorships available
Support our veterans—join us for a night of celebration and inspiration!
