Accepting applications for all VIP programs - Apply now!
Accepting applications for all VIP programs - Apply now!
VIP START is an entrepreneurial program tailored for Veteran-owned small businesses seeking entry into the federal marketplace. The program boasts a meticulously curated curriculum, designed and delivered by industry subject matter experts. VIP START imparts invaluable knowledge but also serves as a powerful risk mitigation strategy, ensuring that your company is poised for procurement success upon completion of the program.
VIP has earned national recognition from the Small Business Administration (SBA), the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, and various federal agencies for its dedication to supporting Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). The training program has been essential in helping agencies successfully meet their VOSB and SDVOSB goals.
VIP START graduate companies increased their revenue by an average of 96% within their first year of graduation and 181% two years after graduation.
Enhance federal contracting success with market-focused training. Here is a sample of key takeaways.
Owner, principal or C-level executive of a for-profit Veteran-owned small business
The company has been in business for at least 1 year
The company has a live website
The company has an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov)
The company has generated revenue in the past year
The company has owner that is working full-time
Requirements to do Business with a Prime or Government
Strategic Planning in the Federal Market
Accounting / Budgets / Developing Rates Compliance
Cybersecurity
Contracting – Sub-Contracting/ RFP/ RFI
Operational Program Controls
Financing / Capital Management / Banking
Human Assets Management
Business Insurance
Business Development / Proposals
Full attendance is required to graduate. If a participant misses more than 3 hours, their enrollment in the session will be terminated and they will be charged the cancellation fee.
Upon acceptance into the VIP Program participants must provide a credit card to secure their spot. VIP participants will not be charged for services outlined above. The credit card will only be used if the VIP participant cancels their participation in the program after the date that is noted in their acceptance email. Cancellations must be received in writing. The cancellation charge is $1,000.
