Locations/Headquarters: Albuqerque, NM
Business Accolades:
SBA Veteran-Owned and Certified
NaVOBA Certifed
NMSDC MBE Certified
U.S. Black Chambers - ByBlack Certified
VBE Spotlight on: Tanta Solutions
June 28, 2023
Tanta Solutions & Acquisitions Inc.
Tanta Solutions was founded in 2021 by Jonathan Edwards
Meet Tanta Solutions and Acquisitions Incorporated - a Minority and Veteran-Owned enterprise specializing in top-tier training, development, and recruitment services. Their commitment to providing quality experiences for companies, including government entities, has driven them to become a trusted partner in facilitating workforce enlightenment. From fostering 'lightbulb' learning moments to recruiting exceptional contractor workforce, they aim to exceed your expectations while simplifying your processes. Guided by their CORE values - Courage, Openness, Respect, Empathy, and Safety Culture - they aspire to be the world's go-to Training Management Company. At Tanta, they don't just provide services; they partner with you to foster successful learning journeys.
Learn more about Tanta Solutions by visiting their website at tantasolutions.com
About the Business - Excellence is Not Overrated
What services do you provide?
"Training Management."
Who are your primary customers?
"Our primary customer at this time is I-CAR"
When and how did you start your business?
"'It was started in 2001, and it is self-funded."
Business Growth Challenges - Growing Through Challenge and Change
What were some of the challenges in starting your business?
"Finding clients continue to be a challenge."
What is the key to the success of your business?
"Being able to network and to be able to leverage our experience to provide excellent training products."
What lessons learned can you share with people to make their business succeed?
"Stick with it if you can and learn to be humble."
What pitfalls should they avoid?
"Understand that you will not get some calls back and can take rejection and have some contracts end abruptly."
What other information about you and your business would you like to share with the NaVOBA community?
"Tanta Solutions and Acquisitions Incorporated provides training management services as a vendor for small, medium, and large companies, including governmental entities. In addition, our services include training management expertise for companies."
Service information
Branch:
United States Navy; United States Navy Reserves
Service Years:
2001-2023
Highest Rank Attained:
E-6/Petty Officer First Class
Why did you join the military?
"To find my place in the world and to travel."
Military Occupation:
"Undesizinated Airman, Plane Captain, Aviation Maintenance Administrator, Yeoman"
Significant Achievements/Experiences:
"I have over 22 years of experience affiliated with the United States Navy, including many years as a contractor, so I understand the need there are for good, sound training management."
Biography/Fun Facts
In 10 years you see yourself...
"I see a very successful company working worldwide with local, federal, and companies to improve their training opportunities and goals."
Your favorite TV show?
"My favorite set of TV shows are Star Trek (DS9 is my favorite)"
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On October 22, NaVOBA celebrated the Minority Veteran's Business Enterprise of the Year Awards Ceremony during the 2024 National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) Conference in Atlanta. Hosted at Cuts Steakhouse, a sponsor of the event alongside Accenture, Shell, and Hilton, the event was complete with a full course meal, drinks, and networking. Mimi Lohm, NaVOBA's Chief Development Officer, kicked off the event and set the stage for the awardees. Keynote speakers included Brandi Rauch, General Manager of Supply Chain for Shell, Che' McFerrin, Associate Manager, Global Supplier Inclusion & Sustainability at Accenture, and Matthew Pavelek, NaVOBA's President. Before the announcements of the winners, NaVOBA surprised Don McKneely, Chairman & CEO of Minority Business News, with the 2024 Veteran's Business Champion Award. The program then went on to highlight two companies who have demonstrated excellence within their industries with the 2024 Veteran's Business Enterprise (VBE)® We Love Awards. The first VBE We Love Award went to Demond Crump, CEO of REIGN Premium Sanitary Napkins. Founded in 2019, REIGN Premium Sanitary Napkins specializes in providing innovative sanitary napkins and panty liners infused with a Nobel Prize-winning material featuring a super absorbent system. The key to REIGN's success lies in prioritizing their mission over profits, ensuring that the focus on empowering women and young girls takes precedence. Demond served honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1990 to 1994, achieving the rank of E-5 and specializing as an Operations Specialist. He is Aegis system qualified and brings a wealth of strategic expertise from his military service to his entrepreneurial journey. You can read more about this VBE spotlight here . The second VBE We Love Award was presented to Paden Sickles, CEO of SickFit. Founded in 2021, SickFit specializes in wholesale and custom socks, as well as murals. SickFit caters to a diverse customer base that includes service members, athletes, corporate partners, active individuals, and government entities. The key to SickFit's success lies in its commitment to innovation and authenticity. As a veteran-owned, woman-owned, and minority-owned company, SickFit represents a movement focused on resilience and empowerment, particularly for those in underrepresented communities. Paden served from 2014 to 2024 in the Army, achieving the rank of Captain and earned the Expert Soldier Badge and Air Assault Wings. You can learn more about this VBE spotlight here . NaVOBA then celebrated the 2024 Minority Veteran's Business Enterprise ® of the Year: Robert Swain, CEO of Swain Enterprises. Established in 2020, Swain Enterprises specializes in federal projects, including restoration and renovations for military bases, federal facilities, and hospitals in the Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC areas. Swain Enterprises is committed to providing the highest level of service to government, commercial, educational, and institutional clients. The key to the success of Swain Enterprises has been a focus on integrity, hard work, and strong relationships. From the outset, the company has committed to delivering high-quality work and exceeding client expectations. As a fully veteran-owned business, Swain Enterprises is dedicated to empowering veterans and creating opportunities for those moving from military to civilian careers. You can read more about NaVOBA's 2024 Minority Veteran's Business Enterprise of the Year here .
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