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FOR VETERANS BY VETERANS
National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) was established in 2013 to address the growing need to identify and certify both service disabled and veteran owned businesses (SD/VOBs) in the government and commercial (corporate) marketplace.
The NVBDC administers a rigorous certification process designed to withstand the scrutiny of governmental and corporate entities seeking to utilize certified SD/VOBs.
The NVBDC adopted these rigorous standards to align with supplier diversity industry best practices. Supplier Diversity practitioners sought to do business with SD/VOBs but required assurance that the companies were owned and operated by SD/VOBs.
NVBDC sought to create a credible certifying agency to address this gap and to meet the needs of corporations by defining the governance for certification standards for SD/VOBs.
BEST IN CLASS PROGRAM
NVBDC certification provides the assurance to corporate partners that the veteran suppliers that they intend to contract with have gone through a rigorous vetting process.
Corporate partners will be provided access to a database of certified SD/VOBs.
The NVBDC will participate in and co-sponsor networking and educational events with our corporate partners.
The organization commits to launching a strong outreach campaign to grow its sponsorship to ensure success in finding the best qualified SD/VOBs.
In addition to strategic and target sourcing, the National Veteran Business Development Council strives to develop a best-in-class supplier development and training program to assure our corporate partners have access to a contract-ready pool of SD/VOBs.
FEATURED CERTIFIED SD/VOB TESTIMONIALS
Great Lakes Labels, LLC
Being a member of NVBDC has been a great benefit and a catalyst to our growth strategy over the past six years, the organization has provided us with valuable business connections, including introductions to Fortune 100 buyers, and has helped us build relationships that have led to new opportunities.
United Image Group
Since becoming NVBDC certified, United Image Group has strengthened its credibility and market presence, with customers consistently recognizing the certification as a mark of trust and validation.
Petoskey Plastics
Although certification has not directly resulted in new contracts, it has strengthened existing OEM relationships, supported supplier diversity conversations with new prospects, and enhanced veteran recruitment efforts.
Wisconsin Drink, LLC
We just got NVBDC certified, and we would have never made it without Toni’s help. The online meetings give you insight on how to approach contacting large companies, which was very helpful in preparing for Walmart Open Call.
Sevan Multi-Solutions, Inc.
NVBDC has helped improve our status as a company, built credibility, and provided a strong support system of fellow Veterans, the training opportunities and resources introduced through certification are helping position our business for continued growth.
LIFT Chocolate
NVBDC Certification validates our veteran and military-owned status for prospective retail partners,” Busch shared. “It’s an important part of how we present our business to major retailers and new opportunities.
Sevan Multi-Solutions, Inc.
Through NVBDC membership and certification, Sevan has developed and expanded connections with major organizations, including Walmart and Denny’s/Keke’s. These relationships continue to open doors for new opportunities and collaborations.
Briarwood Cattle Farm, LLC.
Frink has been NVBDC certified for five years, demonstrating his commitment as a veteran business owner and his alignment with supplier diversity standards. Through initiatives like this, NVBDC continues to support and amplify veteran-owned businesses that are driving impact beyond commerce.
SpeedPro Loop Chicago
“We have found that our NVBDC Service-Disabled Veteran status has been an important factor to both getting in the door and securing business- albeit few clients that we’ve worked with actually have an established goal to partner with DBE’s. In the last three years, we can safely attribute approximately $200,000 in revenue that we may have not otherwise seen the benefit of without the certification.”
Eric Lazar- President & Partner
W4 Const
“W4 Construction Group became certified with NVBDC as a Veteran Owned Business. As a direct result, NVBDC certification has opened up opportunities for large contracts with Ford Motor Company, Stellantis and Walbridge, as well as greater networking opportunities with fellow VOBs. Prior to becoming certified, W4 was not even considered for these contracts.”
Percy M. Jenkins-PMP, W4 Chief Executive Officer & Founder
ALLY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
The NVBDC system Keith and his team have in place, the relationships they cultivate, the tools they share, and the knowledge you gain as a member works! The NVBDC member corporations want to work with Vets. They spend the money to be able to hire Vets and when you put the work in – you get work. This month we received a Masters Service Agreement from JLL for J.P. Morgan Chase and a RFI from Pfizer. Sending a big thank you to the NVBDC Team!”
John J. Piekarski, U. S. Navy Veteran & President | ALLY Construction Services
CONTRACT PROFESSIONALS, INC.
As a result of our NVBDC certification, CPI has secured 6 new clients, and received multiple awards including the Veteran Owned Business of the Year!
Kristie Lohmeier, Contract Professionals, Inc.
RH&P LLC
I want to say thank you for your assistance to me and actually all Veterans. I am very proud to be a veteran and I look forward to making you very proud of your certification. I also want to say thanks for the people I have dealt with. James and Joann are extremely caring and professional people. Your organization is important and I am proud to be an extension of your great work.
I also look forward to working with your team in our future growth. Thank you for your faith and support.
Reo B. Hatfield. President | RH&P LLC
VETERAN SOLUTIONS GROUP
NVBDC network had helped me get a project from idea to launch. By being a member, the NVBDC team was able to point me into the right direction that allowed me to make the right connections and have the right conversations. These connections ultimately led to being able to add another 100% American made product line to the company’s portfolio in just weeks versus months. Had it not been for the NVBDC network this could have taken much longer and executed much less efficiently. I greatly appreciate the NVBDC’s team continuous efforts to support Veteran companies and am looking forward to being a member for years to come.
Gregg Marschner, President | Veteran Solutions Group
FEATURED CERTIFIED SD/VOB VIDEO TESTIMONIALS
Keith Roberts
CEO of Vision Bridge Consultants, Inc.
NVBDC Certified SD/VOB
Randall Laird
Anchor Media Services
NVBDC Certified SD/VOB
Rocky Raczkowski
President and Founder of Imperium Logistics
NVBDC Certified SD/VOB
Jim Walker
J Walker Enterprises, LLC
NVBDC Certified SD/VOB
Mark Hodder
Owner of MLH Services, LLC,
NVBDC Certified SD/VOB
Dave Iacarella
Founder & CEO of Talent Software Services, Inc.,
NVBDC Certified SD/VOB
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