Go Further,
About
The Jonas Project works with Veteran Entrepreneurs on their quest to become tomorrow’s high-impact business leaders. Once accepted into The Jonas Project, Veterans are provided with a number of critical resources for the first two years of their business launch.
We have assembled a powerful team of mentors – business leaders, market innovators, and successful Veteran entrepreneurs – that serve as the support backbone for our Veteran Entrepreneurs. Our mentors are matched to a Veteran based upon his or her needs and are committed to our Veterans and their success. Our mentor network spans the country, and with backgrounds as varied as the veterans themselves, these mentors are postured to provide impactful support, no matter the venture.
We expect our Veteran’s to succeed, and with success comes responsibility. By hiring qualified fellow Veterans, our Warrior Entrepreneurs remain committed to never leave fellow soldiers behind.
Mission
Creating jobs by growing Veteran Owned Business opportunities through collaboration not duplication.
Vision
Provide assistance and professional mentoring to eligible Veterans with a desire to become entrepreneurs; these Veterans, in turn, hire fellow Veterans and/or spouses of Veterans as employees, ultimately contributing to job growth for Veterans and their families.
Values
Honor the service and sacrifice of our military men and women, and the need for Veterans to have gainful employment, respect, honor, and dignity as they transition to civilian life.
Meet the Team
The People Who Make it Possible
John and Teri Kelsall are the proud parents of Jonas B. Kelsall. They are dedicated to The Jonas Project so that his desire to give back and his legacy may live on. Jonas had a passionate zest for life, and took advantage of every opportunity to grow, to learn and to explore the world around him. John and Teri dedicate this project in his honor and to his unwavering belief that every person should live their lives to the fullest, and do what makes them happy every day.
Founders
Over a span of 20 years, Teri as been serving her community through her employment with non-profit organizations. Before co-founding The Jonas Project, she served as Vice President..Learn More
John has been President & CEO of The Greater Lakewood Chamber of Commerce in Lakewood, CA, since December 2005, where he has immersed himself in the community and in all aspects of job and business creation and growth… Learn More
Our Team
David joins The Jonas Project from a program called Mission Continues, which empowers… Learn More
