Rafael Marrero & Company, a business-to-government management consultancy based in Doral that works with small businesses to develop strategies to secure contracts with federal government clients, is recognized by Inc. magazine as one of America’s 500 fastest-growing private companies.

“Breaking into the federal marketplace is so complicated that many qualified small businesses turn their backs on the opportunity out of frustration. Our team of management professionals help firms to research and prepare marketing materials and proposals to obtain federal work,” said Rafael Marrero, president and CEO.

The firm was rewarded for its work by the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council (FSMSDC) with the honor of being named 2016 MBE Supplier of the Year Class II. It’s the highest award presented to a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). The Supplier of the Year must have distinguished itself as exemplary – marked by a solid bottom line, innovative management and a strategic and energetic approach to future growth. In addition, Rafael Marrero & Company was put on the inaugural list of Inc.’s 50 Best Places to Work in 2016 – out of 500 companies that were audited.

Rafael Marrero & Company advises minority-, veteran- and women-owned small businesses how to navigate the federal contract market. The U.S. government by law awards 23 percent of all contracts to small businesses, with federal agencies setting aside a percentage of contracts for companies verified as minority-owned.

“We were lost in the government maze of red tape until Rafael Marrero brought his experience to our door and renewed our confidence that our firm’s experience and qualifications will prevail,” said Ray Casas, president, whose MBE firm is a member of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

About Rafael Marrero & Company

Rafael Marrero & Company is a full scope business-to-government (B2G) management consultancy focused on helping small businesses “get their ducks in a row” with services aimed to help them successfully break into the federal government market. Value proposition:

·         Accelerate MBE, Women Business Enterprise, 8(a) disabled veteran-owned, veteran-owned, and         Disadvantaged Business Enterprise firms to becoming strategic suppliers

·         Help small businesses identify their correct market niche/supply chain area

·         Perform advanced federal government marketing, contract acquisition and contract management services

·         Help small businesses increase their capacity and develop growth plans