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Entrepreneurship Panel VetsFest 2025

Join us in Atlanta for an exclusive panel featuring veteran entrepreneurs sharing their journey to success

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Speakers

Meet the veteran entrepreneurs leading our panel discussion

Anisa Palmer

Anisa Palmer

Founder & CEO, I Will Survive, Inc.

U.S. Army combat veteran and nonprofit leader who founded I Will Survive, Inc. to support families impacted by breast cancer. Bronze Star recipient, Forbes contributor, and award-winning entrepreneur.

Ginger Miller

Ginger Miller

Founder & CEO, Women Veterans Interactive Foundation

Navy veteran and White House Champion of Change. Founded WVIF to empower women veterans nationwide through advocacy, education, and community support programs.

Thomas Helfrich

Thomas Helfrich

Founder & CEO, Instantly Relevant, Inc.

Marketing innovator blending AI with human expertise for business growth. Author, podcast host, and LinkedIn Top Voice recognized for entrepreneurship and automation leadership.

Misty Stutsman Fox

Misty Stutsman Fox

Director, Syracuse University IVMF

Leading veteran entrepreneurship education at Syracuse University's D'Aniello Institute. Oversees national programs like VWISE and Boots to Business for veteran business development.

John Thomas

John Thomas

U.S. Army Veteran & Entrepreneur

Army veteran turned successful entrepreneur with multiple ventures including VendorCall, 360clean, and VetEngage. Inspires veterans through franchise ownership and community leadership.

Michael Parks

Michael Parks

Regional Lead, Bunker Labs

Connecting veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs with resources and networks. Part of Syracuse University's D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families.