Strategic Community Resource Advocates
Free Local Resources We Stand Behind
Fans and Members agree: beyond selling products and services, the three top issues facing business owners today are establishing visibility, hiring staff, and managing rising costs. That is where the power of ConnectWorking comes in. We heard you, and we reacted. BizVetsConnect has teamed up with amazing local resources to address these concerns, whether you are seeking general information, you are a veteran seeking employment, or you struggle to hire staff and are unaware of the assistance programs that may help fund your growth.
Combined with our Primary Service Advocates, who bring you web design, tax prep, affordable insurance, lending, AI integration, and more, our Strategic Community Resource Advocates can make a huge impact on your success.
Christina Riedel
Director, Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
If you have not been to the library recently, you are missing out on one of the most versatile and welcoming experiences Clarksville has to offer. Busy parents starting a business, young adults writing resumes, seniors looking for outreach, and children who want to hear stories all come together here. The library is a welcoming hub for information and inspiration, offering public computers, printing, and research assistance. Beyond books, digital resources, and programs for every age, it serves as a community meeting place for support events of all kinds, serving veterans, small business owners, and much more. Go sign up for your library card and bring the kids. You will not be disappointed.
Main Location: 350 Pageant Ln #501, Clarksville, TN 37040
North Branch: 435 Jordan Rd, Clarksville, TN 37042
Dave Dessauer
Director, Tennessee Small Business Development Center at Austin Peay State University
Business owners need coaching just as much as pro athletes do, whether you are a startup or well established. The difference is that this professional support is available at no cost. The Tennessee Small Business Development Center at Austin Peay State University helps new and existing businesses grow and prosper with confidential, no cost consulting, training, and resources. Over the years it has guided many BizVetsConnect members through the difficult startup phase, and it offers significant help for small and mid size businesses as well. Not sure where you will be in one to three years? Stop procrastinating and make an appointment with Dave.
Adam Lamb
Business & Community Engagement Coordinator, American Job Center Tennessee
Serving Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, and Stewart Counties
Helping job seekers connect with businesses while offering business owners assistance programs is a true win for everyone. Located in the heart of Clarksville, the American Job Center provides free local help for people looking for work and businesses looking for workers. This taxpayer funded resource offers public computers, job training programs, and career counseling under one roof. Job seekers get search tools, skill classes, career advice, and one on one guidance to plan their next move. Businesses get help finding qualified local workers, hosting recruitment events and job fairs, support with interviews, and market data. Need a career? Need solid staff? Look no further.
Jeff Stedman
Veteran Service Representative, American Job Center Tennessee
★ For Veterans & MilitaryFor veterans and military only. Serving Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Cheatham, Robertson, and Stewart Counties
Are you a veteran seeking employment, or would you like to employ a veteran? Jeff works specifically with veterans and the military community through the American Job Center, and his mission is to bring the two together. Located in the heart of Clarksville, the American Job Center provides free local help under one roof, including public computers, job training programs, and career counseling. Veteran job seekers get search tools, skill classes, career advice, job training, and one on one assistance to plan their next career move. Businesses seeking veterans get help finding qualified workers, hosting recruitment events and job fairs, support with interviews, and market data. Jeff is on a mission to help veterans, and we have his six.