The Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program began its first cohort with contracted partners in 2016. The current contract will conclude on June 30, 2018. A request for proposals will soon be released to secure program providers. The VFEP will begin its fourth cohort to serve veterans interested in starting a business in Florida upon contract award. (anticipated start date of a new contract is July 1, 2018). During the webinar, potential partners will have an opportunity to provide input and gain an understanding of the eligibility criteria, programming, systems and funding allocations, prior to the release of the final RFP.