“The VIP START Program has given GrownFresh-n-Natural, Inc. the strategic insights and connections needed to thrive in government contracting. This certification enhances our credibility and positions us for new opportunities”
Las Vegas, Nevada, June 20, 2024 – GrownFresh-n-Natural, Inc. recently completed the Veteran Institute Procurement (VIP) START Program, a comprehensive training and certification program that helps Veteran-owned businesses strengthen their ability to win government contracts and do business with both military and civilian agencies.
On June 13, 2024, GrownFresh-n-Natural, Inc. was one of 51 businesses from 19 states to graduate from the Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP) START Program.
“The VIP START Program has equipped GrownFresh-n-Natural, Inc. with the tools and connections needed to excel in government contracting, enhancing our efficiency and credibility as a trusted partner.”
The first of its kind in the nation, VIP START is facilitated by industry and government subject matter experts to increase the participants’ ability to win and maintain government contracts. VIP START participants receive hands-on market-based instruction that helps establish best business practices for federal government contracting. Over 20 topics are taught, including law, accounting, insurance, human resources, marketing, and proposals.
“We are honored to give back to the men and women who served our country by providing them with the tools they need to succeed as government contractors,” said Barbara Ashe, President of the Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation. “We hope this training fosters their success as businesses and employers.”
VIP START is a three-day, 27-hour comprehensive certification program. Participants must be C-level leaders in a Veteran-owned small business operating for at least one year with one year of revenue generation; the owner must be a W-2 in their company or a full-time employee and spend 100% of their time in their business. VIP START is fully funded by the Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation, which has partnerships with SBA, Lockheed Martin, the State of Maryland, and VIP sponsors. VIP START is offered at no cost to participants.
For information: GrownFresh-n-Natural, Al Galarpe, 510-737-7456; AGalarpe@grownfresh-n-natural.com
For information on VIP: Barbara Ashe, 301-738-0015 x215; bashe@nationalvip.org
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