{"id":14241,"date":"2017-05-02T09:05:59","date_gmt":"2017-05-02T13:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/?p=14241"},"modified":"2017-05-12T12:24:23","modified_gmt":"2017-05-12T16:24:23","slug":"veteran-owned-businesses-supply-chain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/veteran-owned-businesses-supply-chain\/","title":{"rendered":"Veteran Owned Businesses in Your Supply Chain"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494605229905{margin-bottom: -5px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Members-Help-Members-Build-Success\">How Our Business Model Works For You<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/\">Veteran Owned Business Roundtable<\/a> (VOBRT) is the conduit which provides VOB&#8217;s\u00a0the resources to grow and expand their business with the initiatives of government agencies and corporations that are dedicated to increasing\u00a0the number of certified and mission-ready VOBs in their supply chain. Corporate Members\u00a0are an important element in\u00a0providing\u00a0support and enabling VOBRT&#8217;s Committees to implement its business model and work to meet the organizations\u00a0goals and objectives.<\/p>\n<h2><!--more-->Members Help Members Build Success<br \/>\n<strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-14286 size-medium\" src=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/newproject_1_original-2-450x236.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/newproject_1_original-2-450x236.jpg 450w, https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/newproject_1_original-2-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/newproject_1_original-2-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/newproject_1_original-2-1144x601.jpg 1144w, https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/newproject_1_original-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Corporate Members work continuously to educate, train, and inspire VOB owners in order to enhance their access to internal supplier programs. This is accomplished through a variety of crucial business development practices and relationships initiated by corporate members which are tied to the business model guidelines.\u00a0VOBRT executives coordinate and implement the business model guidelines by participating on the Corporate Advisory Board, Executive Board and Committees. The business model is successful for a VOB due to guidance at every strategic level and stage of implementation.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494597259557{padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p id=\"Mentorship-and-Education-Programs-that-Demonstrate-Results\">Members at every\u00a0level support VOBRT&#8217;s <a href=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/about\/about-us\/\">mission<\/a> by maximizing the 4 key pillars of VOBRT&#8217;s business model. These pillars are:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Connecting<\/strong> members with other members<\/li>\n<li><strong>Educating<\/strong> members on various topics to help them succeed<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mentoring<\/strong> members and sharing past experience, success and pitfalls<\/li>\n<li><strong>Advocate<\/strong> for members and promote\u00a0contracting opportunities specifically for VOB&#8217;s<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Implementation of the 4 pillars create an experienced VOB\u00a0that is certified\u00a0and successful in\u00a0acquiring and maintaining contracts awarded\u00a0from our Corporate Members and Agency Partners.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;22px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a id=\"6a0e61fa3d13a\" rel=\"wp-video-lightbox\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PkAfmgHxVfQ&#038;width=853&#038;height=480\" title=\"\"><img src=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/vob-member-interview-anthony-tarkowski-president-of-sygnetics_1200-450x236.jpg\" class=\"video_lightbox_anchor_image\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a>    <script>\r\n    \/* <![CDATA[ *\/\r\n    jQuery(document).ready(function($){\r\n        $(function(){\r\n            var width = $(window).innerWidth();\r\n            var setwidth = parseFloat(853);\r\n            var ratio = parseFloat(0.56271981242673);\r\n            var height = parseFloat(480);\r\n            var link = 'https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=PkAfmgHxVfQ&amp;width=853&amp;height=480';\r\n            if(width < setwidth)\r\n            {\r\n                height = Math.floor(width * 0.56271981242673);\r\n                \/\/console.log(\"device width \"+width+\", set width \"+853+\", ratio \"+0.56271981242673+\", new height \"+ height);\r\n                var new_url = wpvl_paramReplace('width', link, width);\r\n                var new_url = wpvl_paramReplace('height', new_url, height);\r\n                $(\"a#6a0e61fa3d13a\").attr('href', new_url);\r\n                \/\/console.log(new_url);\r\n            }\r\n        });\r\n    });\r\n    \/* ]]> *\/\r\n    <\/script><br \/>\nCLICK THE IMAGE TO WATCH THE VIDEO<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Mentorship &amp; Education: Programs that Demonstrate Results&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494601174011{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494597259557{padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494603969867{margin-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;]Effective results-driven programs\u00a0are\u00a0measured\u00a0by the success of each\u00a0program participant\u00a0and is essential to our partnership with Corporate Members. By offering access to create these important skill-sets through VOBRT <a href=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/mentorship-program\/\">Mentoring Programs<\/a>, veteran owned businesses will be better prepared to be matched with government and corporate contractors.<\/p>\n<p id=\"building\">As a Corporate Member\u00a0of\u00a0the VOBRT, you are on the front-line in creating business skills, certification workshops and webinar training criteria that build a successful foundation for VOB success.\u00a0The relationships established between\u00a0Corporate Members,\u00a0Subject Matter Experts and\u00a0VOB&#8217;s\u00a0throughout each program\u00a0creates meaningful and measurable results that\u00a0exceed\u00a0the minimal requirements set forth in supply chain and government contracting opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;14519&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; onclick=&#8221;img_link_large&#8221; zoom_on_hover=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494604049595{margin-bottom: -5px !important;padding-top: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<em>Tricia Keith, EVP, Chief of Staff &amp; Corporate Secretary at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan at the BCBSM 2012 Supplier Diversity Achievement Awards<\/em><br \/>\n&#8220;<a class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/sixteenmilesofstring\/8256206923\/in\/set-72157632200936657\" rel=\"nofollow\">Creative Commons BCBSM 2012 Supplier Diversity Achievement Awards<\/a>&#8221; by <a class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/healthiermi\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">A Healthier Michigan<\/a> is licensed under <a class=\"external text\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">CC BY 2.0<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Building Connections with VetConnect Program&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494600789103{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494600368243{padding-right: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;14452&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221; onclick=&#8221;img_link_large&#8221; lightbox=&#8221;yes&#8221; zoom_on_hover=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494604104866{margin-bottom: -5px !important;padding-top: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<em>George Barnes and VOB Members at<\/em><br \/>\n<em> &#8220;Doing Business with the City of Detroit&#8221;<\/em><br \/>\n<em> information session<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494600381545{margin-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;]Corporations are looking to increase contracts with successful\u00a0VOB&#8217;s.\u00a0Today, more than ever, there is a true need for innovative VOB\u00a0products and services. Thanks to Corporate Members of\u00a0the VOBRT, a VOB Member&#8217;s connectivity with the business community is enhanced. This is accomplished through\u00a0several key events, including, the VOBRT Annual Golf Outings, Vet Expos and Matchmaker Events.<\/p>\n<p id=\"accountability\">These networking opportunities create results that not only matter to Veteran Owned Businesses, but also to our Corporate Members and Agency Partners as we introduce certified and experienced VOB&#8217;s into their supply chain via the <strong>VOBRT&#8217;s <a href=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/vetconnect\/\">VetConnect Program<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;VOBRT Accountability&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_row_inner css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494597259557{padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494597104508{margin-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;]Accountability at every level is a bottom line requirement for the VOBRT and for all VOB Members. Projects awarded, proposals submitted and confirmed connections are all monitored. In addition, the VOBRT has testimonials to account for successful members.<\/p>\n<p>Feel free to review the\u00a0Corporate Membership page and determine how the VOBRT is able to be the best partner to assist\u00a0in your continuous efforts of adding qualified Veteran Owned Businesses into your corporate supply chain.\u00a0 Contact the <a href=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/learn-how-vobs-are-supported-by-corporate-america\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/learn-how-vobs-are-supported-by-corporate-america\/\">VOBRT<\/a> for more information or <a href=\"https:\/\/veterans.agilecrm.com\/calendar\/vobrt\" target=\"_blank\">schedule a meeting<\/a> with a VOBRT Business Development Executive.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&rdquo;.vc_custom_1494605229905{margin-bottom: -5px !important;}&rdquo;] How Our Business Model Works For You The Veteran Owned Business Roundtable (VOBRT) is the conduit which provides VOB&rsquo;s&nbsp;the resources to grow and expand their business [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":14286,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[13,66],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14241"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/33"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14241"}],"version-history":[{"count":81,"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14241\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14537,"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14241\/revisions\/14537"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14286"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14241"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14241"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/veteranroundtable.org\/backup\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14241"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}