BETHESDA, Md.—Date, 2024—IQ Sig, LLC, a global provider of advanced signal intelligence, management, analysis, and cybersecurity solutions to U.S. military and intelligence customers, recently completed the Veteran Institute Procurement (VIP) START Program. This comprehensive entrepreneurial training and certification program helps Veteran-owned businesses strengthen their ability to win government contracts and do business with both military and civilian agencies.
“As CEO of a small Veteran-owned business dedicated to providing innovative solutions and industry-leading expertise to help organizations advance U.S. defense initiatives, I am grateful for the advice and guidance the VIP START program provided to IQ Sig,” said IQ Sig CEO Ray Mack. “The valuable strategies, tactics, and best practices delivered through this certification program are immediately applicable and will help accelerate IQ Sig’s success in federal procurement.”
VIP START is fully funded by the Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation, partnerships with SBA, Lockheed Martin, the State of Maryland, and VIP sponsors, and is offered at no cost to participants. Mr. Mack and C-level leaders from 50 other Veteran-owned small businesses participated in the Program, receiving hands-on market-based instruction covering more than 20 topics, including law, accounting, insurance, human resources, marketing, and proposals.
“We are honored to give back to the men and women who served our country by providing them with the tools they need to succeed as government contractors,” said Barbara Ashe, President of the Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation. “We hope this training fosters their success as businesses and employers.”
“Attending VIP Start bolstered IQ Sig’s strategic position in the intelligence, cybersecurity, and engineering sectors. Through comprehensive workshops and networking opportunities, we gained insights into the latest industry trends, which are instrumental in enhancing our capabilities to support worldwide operations,” said Mr. Mack. “Additionally, the event facilitated invaluable connections with fellow Veteran entrepreneurs, fostering potential partnerships and opening new avenues for business growth. This experience enriched our knowledge base and reinforced our commitment to excellence.”
About IQ Sig
IQ Sig, headquartered in Bethesda, MD, is a registered SBA-certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business dedicated to providing innovative solutions and industry-leading expertise to help organizations overcome challenges and achieve their objectives. IQ Sig leverages cutting-edge technologies and subject matter expertise to deliver multi-domain solutions supporting national defense efforts. IQ Sig’s team of experienced professionals from the Armed Forces and national security arena has a deep understanding of and specialized skills in the signal intelligence, management, analysis, and cybersecurity fields. IQ Sig brings a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience and is passionate about delivering exceptional results to its global customers. For additional information, please visit IQSig.com.