Company Information:
Name: Eco Quality Solutions LLC®
Headquarters: Eastvale, California
Any additional sites/facilities: Scottsdale, AZ and Green Bay, WI
Company Website: www.ecoqualitysolutions.com
# of employees: 5
Year founded: 2021
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VBE Spotlight: Robert J. Kendall Jr. and ECO Quality Solutions
Marketing NaVOBA • Feb 25, 2022
ECO QUALITY SOLUTIONS LLC®
ECO QUALITY SOLUTIONS LLC® (EQS®) is a NaVOBA Certified SDVBE® based in Southern California that imports and distributes environmentally conscious consumer packaged goods (CPGs) and bio-sourced, eco-friendly packaging alternatives and solutions to single use plastics, including compostable, biodegradable and reusable food grade products for food service and retail.
EQS® introduces novel Microbial-Based Cleaning Products (MBCPs) for American household, commercial, industrial and institutional use. Their green products are not only free of artificial/synthetic ingredients and toxic chemicals but also offer better residual efficacy or after-protection.
We spoke with Robert Kendall Jr., President of ECO Quality Solutions to learn about his military experience and his business.
When and how did you start your business? In January 2021, we created our company Eco Quality Solutions LLC. EQS is committed to the proposition of “green” homes and workplaces and we make it an intrinsic part of our mission and values.
What services do you provide? EQS distributes novel microbial-based cleaning products, commonly referred to as probiotic cleaners, to American homes and buildings.
Who are your primary customers? for American household, institutional, government, commercial and industrial use.
What were some of the challenges in getting your business started? As a customer-centric entity, we are built on a culture of innovation and excellence. We aim to inspire our customers to replace traditional cleaners with cleaners made of 100% natural ingredients and biology One of the most important challenges is educate American families, businesses and government to fact that microbial-based cleaning products can compete with traditional or conventional hard surface cleaners and skin cleaners in terms of performance, safety, availability – and price – and there is science and data to back up these claims.
What is the key to the success of your business? We are passionate about helping your business improve standards, reduce costs, and ensure compliance while being environmentally responsible.
What lessons learned can you share with people to make their business succeed? As you begin to grow a small business, you begin to learn most everything is a learning process – and part of it is a relatively simple process – one that is made easier with help of those who have gone before you.
What pitfalls should they avoid? The most important pitfalls to avoid include not having a business plan or clear, evolving road map to success, difficulty blending multiple personalities into a cohesive and responsive team, failure to develop key competencies, inconsistent communication, and feedback, and not learning from mistakes and errors.
What other information about you and your business would you like to share with the NaVOBA community? Eco Quality Solutions LLC® is a global health and sustainability HUB that specializes in the identification, development and commercialization of green technologies that provide a pathway for businesses to prosper post-pandemic. Our goal is to help people make healthier, more informed choices.
Military Service: United States Marine Corps, United States Marine Corps Reserve 1983 USMCR, 1984-1988 USMC, 1989-1991 USMCR, 1995-2016 USMC, Chief Warrant Officer 4
Why did you join the military? To travel the world and gain life experience
What did you do in the military? Administrative Clerk/Chief, Combat Engineer, Career Planner, Classified Material Control Custodian, Personnel and Legal Officer
Fun Facts
What is your favorite TV show? King of Queens and the Mayans MC
What is your favorite sports team? Green Bay Packers
What do you do to relax? Reading Non-fiction books
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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