OUR MISSION & WHY
We have trained and mentored active-duty, veterans, and military spouses for 10 YEARS. While our network has grown, our core mission remains the same.
All of our services are provided at no cost. As a 501(c)3, we depend on the generosity of our donors. If you are interested in making a financial gift to our program, contact Dale at Dganzow@therosienetwork.org.
about us
The Rosie Network is a non-profit organization founded by military spouse, Stephanie Brown, after spending hours searching online for a contractor to do repair work on her home. Preferring to hire a veteran, a vision was born to promote military family-owned businesses to the American public. Shortly after, Rosie’s List was launched, the first-of-its-kind search tool featuring verified veteran and military spouse-owned businesses. Understanding the complex needs of small businesses the Service2CEO Program was developed to educate and empower the next generation of military-connected entrepreneurs!
OUR IMPACT
60%
WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS SERVED
65%
ENTREPRENUERS SERVED ARE PEOPLE OF COLOR
99%
NET PROMOTER
RATING
35,000
MILITARY ENTREPRENEURS SERVED IN 2024
Serving Active Duty, Veteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneurs around the Globe!
WHO WE SERVE & WHY
48%
Of military spouses turn to entrepreneurship vs traditional employment as a viable and portable career option
90%
Of entrepreneurs without mentorship fail in the first 3 years.
24%
Transitioning Vets Choose Entrepreneurship
$1.2B
Military Spouse un/under-employment cost to taxpayers according to BSF Military Lifestyle Survey
1 in 5
Active-duty military families in San Diego qualifies for food subsidies
