At the heart of our mission are the recorded tri-weekly educational Veteran Search Network Roundtables, where veterans gather to learn, engage, and grow in understanding key concepts of Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA). Each roundtable features a focused theme addressed by guest speakers with knowledge in various aspects of business acquisition and entrepreneurship. After each roundtable session, community members receive a newsletter featuring additional resources to build upon and prepare for future roundtable sessions.
Furthermore, we provide tailored resources specifically curated to enhance learning. This includes a rich library of learning materials, expert insights, and practical tools, all designed to streamline and support the process of acquiring and managing a business.
Beyond these educational cornerstones, Veteran Search Network offers unparalleled access to a robust veteran community. This is a space for networking, sharing experiences, and building lasting relationships with fellow veterans who are navigating similar paths.
Founder
Charlie McCarthy is the founder of Veteran Search Network, a nonprofit that began as Veteran ETA in 2023. Charlie previously served a U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer and is currently a Navy JAG reservist. He now brings his military background and corporate legal experience to Veteran Search Network. There he helps veterans find their way into business ownership.
Gabby Fong is the President of Veteran Search Network, a nonprofit that began as Veteran ETA. She is currently bcaked by investors to acquire and run a business for the next chapter of her career. Prior to searching, Gabby was an investor at First In, a security-focused venture capital firm. She started her career in the Navy as a Surface Warfare and Intelligence Officer. She continues to serve in the Navy Reserve. At Veteran Search Network, she helps empower fellow veterans to use their leadership in a new mission: finding, buying, and running a business of their own through Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA).
