Our Program
We believe in fostering strong relationships with small businesses throughout our supply chain, recognizing their crucial role in driving American innovation and economic growth.
With the Verizon Small Business Supplier Accelerator, we are investing $5 billion over the next five years in American small business suppliers. This accelerator program helps create a pipeline for American small businesses to work with Verizon and other large corporations.
By empowering small businesses, we are building a resilient supply chain and investing in a more dynamic business ecosystem that benefits our company, our customers, and our communities.
Our Approach Is Multi-faceted
1. Regional seminars, training, and other resources – providing valuable insights on becoming a Verizon supplier and highlighting specific partnership opportunities based on our business needs in addition to the $5 billion supplier spend.
2. Flexible solutions – faster payment terms, modified insurance requirements, and adjusted indemnification requirements may help small businesses stay competitive as they grow.
3. Mentorship – connecting small businesses with larger businesses in our supply chain, and providing feedback on Go-to-Market strategies.
Who Qualifies
Small businesses are those that have been certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) pursuant to the SBA’s size standards or have self-certified as a small business on SAM.gov and appear in the SBA’s Dynamic Small Business Search database. Verizon will also honor small business certifications obtained pursuant to guidelines set by state and local government agencies and non-profit partners, provided that the criteria applied are compatible with SBA standards and the process of validating eligibility meets Verizon’s requirements.
Small Business Survey 2025
Verizon Business Sixth Annual State of Small Business Survey
An introduction to the survey findings
The 2025 Verizon Business State of Small Business Survey finds significant trends with the current behaviors, challenges and opportunities for SMBs while they explore AI adoption, social media usage, cybersecurity, technology, and workplace dynamics. The survey shows key data representing a national sample of 600 small to midsize business owners and decision makers.
Join the mailing list
To be added to the mailing list,
please send an email to:
SmallBizSupplierAccelerator@verizon.com
Qualification and participation in these programs do not guarantee current or future contracting opportunities with Verizon.