Annette Whittenberger

Army retired turned owner of a media company focused on elevating our voices to share our stories. Mental health advocate, speaker/author

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Help me become the Entrepreneur of Impact, appear in Entrepreneur Magazine, and win $25,000!

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Who or what is your inspiration in business?

My inspiration in business is impact. As a retired Army veteran, I saw how many stories go unheard after service. I built my platform to amplify those voices, bridge the military-civilian gap, and turn adversity into purpose. Entrepreneurship allows me to create meaningful spaces where storytelling, resilience, and leadership inspire others to find their voice.

How do you stay motivated?

My inspiration in business is impact. As a retired Army veteran, I’ve seen how many powerful stories go unheard—especially from veterans and military families. I built my platform to amplify those voices and turn lived experiences into connection, resilience, and purpose. Entrepreneurship allows me to lead with service, create meaningful conversations, and build communities where stories inspire change.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would invest the $25,000 to scale my mission-driven media platform that amplifies veteran and military family voices. The funding would support podcast and digital media production, storytelling projects, and partnerships that expand our reach. My goal isn’t just growth—it’s impact: building a sustainable platform that turns lived experiences into powerful stories that foster connection, healing, and meaningful change.

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