Veterans Business Network
Supporting Veteran-Owned Businesses in Far North Queensland
The Cairns Veteran Business Network (CVBN) connects and promotes businesses owned by veterans, as well as organisations that actively support veteran employment. Many veterans choose entrepreneurship after leaving the Australian Defence Force. In fact, more than half of veterans go on to start or run their own businesses.
CVBN helps these businesses grow while strengthening connections between veterans, local industry, and the wider community. By supporting veteran-owned businesses, you are helping members of our Defence community continue their service through leadership, innovation, and local employment.
If you know of a Veteran owned business or Veteran friendly business, then we would welcome you to share both the Brochure and the Membership application with them.
Our Purpose
The Cairns Veteran Business Network was established in 2020 to bring together veteran-owned and veteran-friendly businesses across the region.
Our goals are to:
- Increase visibility of veteran-owned businesses
- Create networking opportunities for veteran entrepreneurs
- Support employment pathways for veterans
- Promote businesses that actively hire veterans
- Strengthen the veteran community across Cairns and Far North Queensland
Together, we are stronger when we support each other.
Why Support Veteran Businesses?
Veterans bring valuable skills to business and employment, including:
- Leadership and teamwork
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Operational planning and management
- Commitment to community
Supporting veteran businesses helps ensure these skills continue to benefit the local economy.
Help Us Grow the Network
Do you know a business owned by a veteran or one that proudly employs veterans?
Please share the Cairns Veteran Business Network brochure or membership application with them and help us grow this supportive community.
Together we can continue building a network that supports veterans and their families.
Want to Join or Learn More?
If you are interested in joining the Cairns Veteran Business Network or would like more information, please contact us.
Phone: (07) 4249 3030
Email: marketing@crslsb.org.au