The Legend Acres founder and lead instructor, Kristi May shares her mission of using her military background and training to “continue serving the community — just in a different uniform,” said the Surprise veteran and businesswoman.

May said she is honored to recount her journey for Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, Nov. 19, which is designed to recognize and support women-owned businesses that contribute to the economy and community development. According to published reports, people are encouraged to shop at women-owned businesses, support female founders like May.

She has received lots of recent recognition for her contributions as a woman veteran and entrepreneur. Among her many accolades, she was named the 2025 Arizona Vetrepreneur of the Year.

“It is incredibly humbling. Being named

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