Big Sky Economic Development Authority VBOC
Veteran business services for Montana, Utah, and Wyoming.
About
Big Sky VBOC provides entrepreneurial development services to veterans, service members, and military spouses in Montana, Utah, and Wyoming.
Big Sky Economic Development Authority VBOC is a Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC) that delivers comprehensive entrepreneurial development services to veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses across Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. As an SBA-funded resource center, Big Sky VBOC specializes in helping the military community transform their service experience into successful business ventures. The center provides free, personalized business counseling, training workshops, and mentorship programs designed specifically to address the unique challenges veteran entrepreneurs face when transitioning to business ownership. Services include business planning assistance, market research guidance, financial planning support, access to capital resources, and help navigating federal contracting opportunities available to veteran-owned businesses. The VBOC program recognizes that veterans bring valuable leadership, discipline, and problem-solving skills to entrepreneurship, and Big Sky VBOC leverages these strengths to help military-connected entrepreneurs launch and grow sustainable businesses. Whether you're in the early planning stages or looking to scale an existing veteran-owned enterprise, Big Sky VBOC provides the expert guidance and resources needed to succeed without the high costs typically associated with business consulting.
Services Offered
Program Type
Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC)
Cost
Free
Services
Free business mentoring, business plan development, financial planning, market research, funding and loan assistance, veteran contracting resources, training workshops, startup guidance
Best For
Veterans, service members, military spouses, and veteran-owned business owners in Montana, Utah, and Wyoming
Focus Areas
Impact Areas
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does Big Sky Economic Development Authority VBOC provide?
Big Sky VBOC offers free one-on-one business mentoring from experienced advisors, comprehensive business plan development and review, market analysis and research support, financial planning and accounting guidance, help accessing small business loans and funding opportunities, veteran-specific contracting assistance, business startup workshops and training seminars, and ongoing support for growing veteran-owned businesses. All services are tailored to the unique needs and backgrounds of military entrepreneurs.
Is Big Sky Economic Development Authority VBOC free to use?
Yes, all Big Sky VBOC services are completely free. As an SBA-funded Veteran Business Outreach Center, the program is designed to remove financial barriers for veteran entrepreneurs. There are no consulting fees, no membership costs, and no hidden charges. Veterans, service members, and military spouses can access unlimited mentoring, workshops, and business resources at no cost.
Who can use Big Sky Economic Development Authority VBOC?
Big Sky VBOC serves veterans, active-duty service members, reserve and National Guard members, and military spouses in Montana, Utah, and Wyoming. You don't need to be a business owner yet—the center helps both prospective entrepreneurs developing business ideas and existing business owners looking to grow. There are no income limits or business size restrictions for accessing VBOC services.
How do I get started with Big Sky Economic Development Authority VBOC?
Contact Big Sky Economic Development Authority VBOC directly in Billings, MT to schedule your first appointment. You can reach out by phone, email, or visit in person. During your initial consultation, a business advisor will assess your needs, discuss your business goals, and create a customized support plan. Most services can be delivered through one-on-one meetings, group workshops, or virtual sessions, making it convenient for busy entrepreneurs across the three-state region.
Last updated: February 28, 2026