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VIP 2009 Graduates and Instructors

Bethesda VIP 2010 Graduates with Panelists and Instructors

Frederick VIP 2010 Graduates with Congressman Roscoe Bartlett

Panelists from left to right: Barry Kane, Catapult Technology (moderator); Diana Strong, Nuclear Regulatory Commission; Mauricio Vera, U.S. Agency for International Development; Cecelia Royster, National Institute for Standards and Technology

Bethesda graduating class participating in a question and answer session with panelists

About

The Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation (MCCCF), in conjunction with the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce (MCCC) and the MCCC GovConNet program, launched the Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP), an educational training program for veteran business owners, principals and C-level executives in September 2009. The VIP is a 6-session comprehensive certification program instructed by professional service experts and designed for veteran businesses to increase their ability to win government contracts by establishing best business practices. Eighty-five veteran-owned businesses have graduated from the program to-date.

The VIP classes are offered twice a month to one executive from each of the enrolled veteran-owned businesses. Class size is limited to 35-40 individuals. Funded entirely by Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation and VIP sponsors, the program is at no cost to participants. VIP enrollment is not limited to Montgomery County businesses.

Currently, the VIP curriculum is not applicable to businesses in the construction industry.  If you would like to be added to the waiting list for a future VIP session for Federal government contractors in the construction industry, please contact Barbara Ashe at (301) 738-0015 x215 or bashe@mcccmd.com. 

Eligible applicants:

1. must be a veteran business owner, principal or C-level executive for a veteran-business owned company
2. be in business for at least 2 years with a minimum of 3-4 full time employees
3. have experience working on government contracts as a prime and/or sub-contractor to a prime
4. have 2009 annual revenues less than $25 million

VIP is for veteran business executives with interest in best business practices in these areas:

• Contracting/Teaming Agreements
• Human Resources
• Compliance and Systems Approvals
• Insurance and Bonding
• Internal Controls
• Accounting/Budgets/Developing Rates
• Marketing and Proposals
• Certifications

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Apply

The Fall 2010 Session of VIP is now full. Complete the online application using the link below to be considered for the next TBD session of VIP.

Sign up for the Waiting List

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FAQ

List of Frequently Asked Questions

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Instructors

Instructor Bios and Contact Information

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Testimonials

"It is an honor to be associated with the Veteran Institute for Procurement. I am grateful to the Montgomery County Chamber Foundation for supporting the launch of VIP in Frederick. VIP will provide timely and effective opportunities for veteran entrepreneurs to gain the access and tools to successfully compete for federal government contracts. Veterans have historically demonstrated their success in business in both the domestic and global marketplace…VIP’s effort to provide the training and a network for our veteran-owned businesses has my unconditional support. It’s a win-win for our country and taxpayers when the federal government buys the innovative programs and services developed by local small business entrepreneurs."
- Representative Roscoe Bartlett, 6th District of Maryland

"We always say on the battlefield, leave no soldier behind.  We want to make sure when our soldiers come back and they're veterans that we don't leave them behind back here.  One of the most important things we can do is help them find opportunities in the business community."
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"As never before, the Federal Government has committed to contracting with Veteran-owned businesses. It is timely that the Chamber’s Foundation established VIP to train and qualify Veteran-owned businesses to compete for these procurement opportunities."
- Congressman Chris Van Hollen, 8th District of Maryland

"Wow!! What a rush!  The VIP was excellent! I enjoyed each session, because they were extremely informative. As a new VOSB, you have provided a path through the very challenging maze of federal procurement. After each session, I had a clear understanding of the necessary activities that I needed to undertake in order to advance to the next level in the overwhelming process of federal procurement."
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"During [my] presentation [at FDA] I mentioned that I was a graduate of the MCCCF’s VIP program.  Her eyes lit up with excitement as she stated 'WOW!  The VIP is big!!'"
- Constance L. Baptist, CISM, CEO, The AshField Group LLC

Read more testimonials.

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Graduates

VIP Class of 2010

Absolute Veritable Solutions, LLC
Aczen Technology, Inc.
AGi Mission Support Services, Inc.
AllStar Consulting,LLC
Avilar Technologies, Inc.
Axiom Corporation
Bradford Media Systems
C.Y. Strategy, LLC
CC&C Management Services LLC
Diamond Technologies, Inc.
DJR Associates, Inc.
EO Media Services, Inc.
Facilities Management Solutions, LLC
Facility Resource Group, Inc.
Future Technology Solutions and Security LLC
GCC Federal Services
Grant Funding Center
Growth Point Consulting
Haven Premier Centers
HCI Action Architectural Consultants, LLC
HJR OSINT Center, Inc.
Indicium Technologies Inc
Information Systems Solutions, Inc.
Innovative Facilities
Innovative Facilities Solutions, Inc.
Inspired Technology, LLC
IT Coalition
Jen-esis Communication Inc
L1 Enterprises
Legatus6
LODE Systems
MachadoCom LLC
Michael Anthony's Group, LLC
Mobre Consulting LLC
MOSAIC Technologies Group
NetCentric Solutions, Inc.
NOW Enterprises, LLC
OFFICEPRO, Inc.
OndoTec Inc.
Pixelworks, Inc.
Premier Technical Services Corporation
Presentation Media
Puente Technology LLC
qvinta energy services
Ruland Associates, Inc.
S4, LLC
ServiceMax Construction Services
Standard Medical Systems
Star Communication, Inc
TASA IT Group Inc.
The Reddix Group, LLC
Visionary Technology Solutions, Inc.
Washingtonian Coach Corporation
Wesley L. White

VIP Class of 2009

Aerospace Supply Chain Solutions, llc
A-G Associates, Inc
Applied Wireless Local Area Network, Inc.
ARADEM INC
The AshField Group LLC
Avaris Concepts, LLC
BEDD Group, LLC
Belle Vista International, Inc.
C2 Solutions Group, Inc
Carter-Lambert Divisions
Cogent Solutions
Delphi Prime
Diversified Resources, LLC
EAdvantage Inc.
Federal Data Systems Management, Inc.
Global E-Learning Consultants
The Grant Group, LLC
Hub Consulting Group, Inc. (HUBCO)
Ideal Scanners & Systems, Inc.
LAEL Group
LongView International Technology Solutions, Inc
MED Trends, Inc.
New Genesis Organization, LLC
Osiris Solutions
Phair Security Solutions Inc
RC Matrice
RightDirection Technology Solutions LLC
Sullivan Cove Consultants, LLC
TEXCOM Inc.
Vetegrity
Zanfer

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News & Events

The 2010 MCCCF VIP Fundraising Golf Tournament was a huge success!

Learn More and View Event Photos

Event Chair Doug Brown of PNC Bank with his foursome

2010 Golf Tournament Sponsor, GlobalNet Services, Inc., Promotes VIP on Company Website

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VIP Sponsors

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Donate

If you would like to make a donation to support the Veteran Institute for Procurement, please contact Barbara Ashe at 301-738-0015 x215 or bashe@mcccmd.com.

Or, you can donate online!

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Questions? Please contact Barbara Ashe, MCCCF President, at 301-738-0015 x215 or bashe@mcccmd.com.

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