62 Empowering Veteran Entrepreneurs with Professor Melissa Rauer

In this episode of the InNOLEvation® Mindset Podcast, Student Marina Herrera hosts Professor Melissa Rauer from the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship at FSU. They discuss her background, journey to FSU, and work with veteran entrepreneurship programs. Professor Rauer shares insights into the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans' Families and the Accelerate program, providing invaluable support for veteran business owners. They also delve into the various opportunities and resources available at the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship, including student engagement activities and the importance of pitching and public speaking. Join us to learn about the entrepreneurial journey of veterans and the exciting initiatives at FSU. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:18 Professor Melissa Rauer's Background 01:27 Veteran Entrepreneurship Programs 05:21 Teaching at FSU 10:10 Student Engagement and Opportunities 15:35 Personal Business Experience 20:09 Final Thoughts and Advice