NEWS & INSIGHTS

Aventi joined more than 750 economic development leaders from across Central Ohio at the record-setting ED411 convening. With record attendance, ambitious goals, and a shared commitment to building the workforce and industries of the future, the Columbus Region is well-positioned for another decade of strong economic growth.

Aventi Enterprises (Aventi) proudly hosted a successful Supplier Outreach session on November 11, 2025, in partnership with Columbus City Schools (CCS), as part of our ongoing role as the District’s Outreach Services Consultant.

In November 2025, during the NAWBO Columbus luncheon, I had the privilege of interviewing Makeda Mathews, Supplier Diversity Manager at Delta Air Lines. Her insights were both practical and inspiring, especially for business owners seeking to break into corporate supply chains. While government contracting often dominates supplier conversations, Makeda reminded the audience that corporate contracting is its own ecosystem with its own rules, expectations, and pathways to oppo

Aventi Enterprises assumes the role of Outreach Services Consultant for Columbus City Schools to strengthen their Local and Economically Disadvantaged Enterprise (LEDE) vendor program.

Pilot projects and phased contracts are becoming a preferred way for buyers to test and build relationships with small businesses. If you know how to position yourself for these opportunities, they can be your stepping stone to bigger wins.

For many small businesses, government contracts often get the spotlight. But did you know corporate contracts can be just as transformative and sometimes even more accessible?

If your goal is to create consistent revenue in government contracting, learning how to position your company for IDIQs is a smart move.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a valuable tool for businesses writing proposals for government and corporate contracts. From accelerating the drafting process to enhancing compliance checks, AI has the potential to save time, improve quality, and increase your win rate. However, using AI in proposal writing requires careful planning and discernment.

Over 200 S&P 500 companies have removed terms like “diversity,” “equity,” and “inclusion” from their annual SEC filings in 2025. According to a joint analysis by Harvard and financial researchers, DEI mentions in company reports dropped by nearly 70% over the past two years.

As of February 2025, significant policy changes are reshaping the landscape of government contracting in the United States.

Securing contracts in the competitive commercial cleaning industry can be challenging, especially when balancing competitive pricing with...

When developing a government contracting business, understanding the foundational components is important for long-term success. Here at...

Hispanic-owned businesses are playing an increasingly significant role in shaping the U.S. economy, fostering innovation, creating jobs,...