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Fifth Annual Vet100 List Revealed

Jun 10, 2022

Vet100 | The Top 100 Fastest-Growing Veteran Businesses in the USA

The Veteran Entrepreneurship Success Summit, held June 9-10 2022, brings together corporate executives, government agency leaders, and veteran entrepreneurs for a two-day mentorship, developmental, and networking event. This exclusive event is focused on addressing the needs of veterans as while their businesses are in a growing stage, while also celebrating their growth, accomplishments, and successes.


During this summit, the fifth annual Vet100 Dinner and Awards Ceremony was held, honoring the top 100 fastest growing veteran owned businesses in the United States. Criteria for these businesses included earning $5+ Million dollars in annual revenue for their business.


We at NaVOBA, are proud to celebrate this list of 100 veteran owned/operated businesses and proud that NaVOBA certified businesses were awarded this prestigious title as one of the Top 100 Fastest-Growing Veteran Owned/Operated Businesses in the USA at the conference this year.


Three NaVOBA certified companies made this top 100 list! Check out the NaVOBA certified businesses and learn more about their accomplishments below.


To see the full list visit the IVMF 2022 VET100 Site Here.


Launch Tech

LaunchTech was founded by a former United States Airman in 2016. Their mission is to deliver smart and innovative solutions to help companies meet the increasing technological demands of the present & the future. With values at the core of their business such as integrity, commitment, inclusion, and excellence, it is obvious why LaunchTech is a reliable & skilled partner.


Learn more about LaunchTech & their founder, Venus Quates, here.


Universal Spartan

Universal Spartan (SDVOSB) was started in 2013 by MAJ Alejandro Ramirez, having served 22 years and three tours in the United States Army. After leaving the military, Alejandro knew he could use his skills gained to open a tactical business and launched Universal Spartan, LLC.

Universal Spartan is a company with a mission to be the one stop sourcing solution for tactical, IT, electrical, industrial, and medical equipment for, both, the federal government and defense industry.


View their capabilities, certifications, and more about their consulting process at Universal Spartan, LLC's About Page.


Spinnaker Consulting

Spinnaker Consulting Group, a NaVOBA Certified Veteran’s Business Enterprise®, helps Fortune 500s get to where they’re going, faster. Spinnaker serves clients a variety of industries, with an emphasis on financial services. And while they have plenty of specialty players within each practice area – several of whom have more than 15 years of experience in their field – many of their team members have applicable expertise across multiple practices, providing clients with a nimble team that can approach their organization’s biggest challenges from multiple angles and perspectives.


Check out their full VBE Spotlight here!

By Events NaVOBA 04 Nov, 2024
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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