2024 MILITARY FRIENDLY® SUPPLIER DIVERSITY PROGRAM
COMPANIES ON THE MILITARY FRIENDLY® SUPPLIER DIVERSITY LIST ARE EAGER TO DO BUSINESS WITH VETERANS BECAUSE IT'S GOOD FOR THE BOTTOM LINE.
The Military Friendly® program stands as a testament to its developmental ethos, aiming to foster program evolution through data-driven proven processes, all meticulously calibrated to meet market demands. This unique initiative spans four crucial pillars: veteran employment, military spouse employment, military consumer services and protections, and veteran-owned business supplier programs.
At the forefront of this endeavor is the Military Friendly® Supplier Diversity list, showcasing 142 companies dedicated to empowering the veteran community by actively engaging veteran-owned businesses in their supplier diversity initiatives. These corporations recognize the inherent value in partnering with vetrepreneurs, understanding that such collaborations not only enrich communities but also bolster their own bottom line.
For those seeking corporate partnerships, the Military Friendly® Supplier Diversity list serves as an invaluable resource. Crafted annually through exhaustive research drawing from public data sources encompassing over 8,800 Organizations nationwide, alongside insights garnered from the proprietary Military Friendly® Companies survey, this list offers a comprehensive overview of companies committed to supplier diversity.
The survey's questions, methodology, criteria, and weighting were honed with the support of an independent research firm and a third party to validate and handle scoring. Military Friendly® Supplier Diversity Program list, ensuring alignment with the standards set forth by VIQTORY. It's worth noting that while our partners expertise lends valuable insights into the process, their role is strictly advisory, focusing on refining methodologies rather than providing assurance.
Moreover, participation in the survey is open to all organizations, with no associated fees. This inclusive approach underscores the program's commitment to transparency and accessibility, inviting all stakeholders to contribute to the advancement of supplier diversity within the veteran community.
The Military Friendly® Designation is awarded to companies who meet the requirements in the Methodology section above. They are committed to being Better for Veterans and are an example to American companies.
The Military Friendly® Employer with Bronze distinction is an employer who scored within 30% of the 10th best Employer in their category. These Employers have exceptional military/veteran programs and this award showcases their dedication.
The Military Friendly® Silver Designation is awarded to companies who meet the requirements and score within 20% of the 10th ranking Employer in their category. Only a select group of companies achieve this honor.
The Military Friendly® Employer with Gold distinction is an employer who scored within 10% of the 10th ranking Employer in their category. These employers are setting the example with their programs and initiatives.
The Military Friendly® Top 10 Employers are the guidon bearers for military/veteran programs and initiatives. They set the standard for other designations and are programs that continue to improve every year.See the list here.
