Lead the next wave of American businesses
Be a Community Leader
Ambassadors serve as guides and connectors in their communities, helping veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs and small business owners find success through Bunker Labs programs such as Veterans in Residence.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
WHO
Entrepreneurial servant-leaders experienced in community building and facilitating discussions.
WHAT
A volunteer role supporting and connecting local entrepreneurs and small business owners.
WHERE
Bunker Labs communities nationwide.
WHEN
Twelve-month commitments starting in June of each year.
WHY
Grow as a community leader while meaningfully impacting the lives of veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs.
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WHY BECOME AN AMBASSADOR?
The Ambassador Program is a way to meaningfully impact the lives of veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs to help them validate ideas, gain traction, and connect with a broader ecosystem.
The program includes professional development in areas such as facilitation, ecosystem building, and entrepreneurship, and provides ambassadors with an opportunity to grow as business and community leaders.
Be part of a class of entrepreneurs that are leading the next wave of American veteran and military spouse-owned businesses.
Program Timeline:
Month 1
National Summit
Month 2-11
Facilitated monthly huddles
Quarterly in-person gatherings of all ambassadors and Bunker Labs stakeholders
Month 12
National Summit
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who is eligible to participate in the Ambassador Program?
Anyone.
What kind of commitment does the program require?
Five hours per week.
Which cities have Ambassador Programs?
Cities nationwide.
There is no existing Ambassador Program near me. Can I still apply?
Yes. Even if we don’t have an existing cohort, your Ambassador application may be considered in the event we decide to launch an Ambassador program in your area.
How big is each cohort?
100 ambassadors nationwide.
Are there any fees?
No.
How are participants selected?
An application will be released in Spring 2022, along with information about the application process.
Does Bunker Labs make investments in cohort businesses?
No. Bunker Labs does not make investments in participating businesses, nor do we facilitate external investments. There may be opportunities to connect with investors, however, through community events.
Do I need to be a military veteran to apply?
No.
I was rejected from the program in the past. Can I apply again?
Yes.
What are the criteria of competitive candidates?
Experience in entrepreneurship, community building, facilitating group discussions, and familiarity with the military community.