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VETERAN SUPPORT
Jared’s journey from joining the British Army at 16 years of age to founding Ravinn in 2019 has provided him with a forward-focus, one that led him to the programs offered for veterans by Prince’s Trust Australia.
“I was interested in starting my own business, and in 2018 I approached the Prince’s Trust about the Enterprise program. It was a bit like an incubator to help people take their ideas and turn them into a real business. It gave me the tools and confidence to know that I actually could do it.
“Being with others who are on a similar journey and shar- ing ideas and worries is a great place to validate ideas, un- derstand the areas that I needed to focus on to get going and to get a foot in the door.”
Ravinn is a young company and facing the difficulties the novel coronavirus pandemic presents all of us. Still, Jared feels that defence members of a particular strength – resilience.
“Not long ago I don’t think many of us would have thought we’d see the whole world shut down. This virus has taught us that you need to be prepared to change, even in good times,” Cunningham said.
“Most of us have been in really tough situations before, and although this crisis looks a bit different, our resilience and capacity are still there. Undoubtedly this has affected what I had planned for my company, but it’s vital to adapt, to change
“RAVINN IS FACING THE SAME PANDEMIC DIFFICULTIES AS EVERYONE ELSE BUT JARED FEELS THAT DEFENCE MEMBERS OFFER A PARTICULAR STRENGTH – RESILIENCE.”
focus, and look at getting back on track. It’s very challenging in retail and hospitality at the moment, but it’s important to know that you don’t have to do this on your own.
“This was a key message emphasised by The Prince’s Trust team. Don’t be scared to ask for help and support from others. I’ve often been guilty of it but call on the team and resources that surround you – family, friends, others running a business. Don’t try to struggle through on your own,” Cunningham concluded. ■
Note: Prince’s Trust Australia supports veterans and ADF family members with the confidence, skills and networks they need to explore self-employment and prepare for the future of work. Visit princes-trust.org.au to find out more.
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