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ATLANTA & DALLAS & TAMPA, Fla. - PennZone -- Atlanta GA Cornerstone Hospitality Solutions, LLC recently completed the Veteran Institute Procurement (VIP) COMMERCIAL course, a program dedicated to equipping Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned businesses with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to enter or scale in the private sector.

On October 17, 2024, Cornerstone Hospitality Solutions, LLC was one of 51 businesses from 17 states, plus Washington DC, to graduate from the Veteran Institute for Procurement (VIP) COMMERCIAL program.

"Completing the VIP COMMERCIAL program has equipped us with a deeper understanding of commercial contracting best practices, allowing Cornerstone to expand our reach in the private sector and continue offering exceptional service to our clients," said Robert Thompson, Founder and CEO of Cornerstone Hospitality Solutions.

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The first program of its kind in the nation, VIP COMMERCIAL, is taught by subject matter experts. Participants heard from successful Veteran-owned business CEOs and engaged directly with dozens of supplier diversity representatives from the private sector. The instructors and panelists shared their expertise and insights to help participants better understand the methods and best practices to navigate and successfully grow their businesses in commercial contracting.

"We are excited to bring our newest program — VIP COMMERCIAL to Veteran-owned businesses looking to enter or expand their companies in the private sector," stated Barbara Ashe, VIP National Director.

VIP COMMERCIAL is a 4-day, 27-hour certification program specifically designed for Veteran small business owners or a C-level executive. It is offered at no cost to the Veteran-owned company. To qualify, the VOSB/SDVOSB must have at least three years of operations and earn at least $3 million in annual revenue. The program, taught by subject matter experts from the private sector, is fully funded by the Montgomery County Chamber Community Foundation in partnership with the National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA) and a roster of founding circle sponsors from the private sector.

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About Cornerstone Hospitality Solutions, LLC is a Veteran-Owned business that specializes in providing staffing and workforce solutions across multiple sectors, with a primary focus on hospitality and light industrial hourly contract labor. Committed to delivering exceptional service, Cornerstone supports the growth of its clients by offering reliable labor solutions. Currently, the company operates in 17 states, partnering with 129 hotels and facilities nationwide.

For more information about Cornerstone Hospitality Solutions and its participation in the VIP COMMERCIAL program, please visit www.cornerstonesolutionsusa.com.

For information on VIP: Barbara Ashe, 301-738-0015 x215; bashe@nationalvip.org

For additional information, please visit www.NationalVIP.org