— OKIN Process Recognized as Part of Verizon Small Business Supplier Accelerator
As part of the Verizon Small Business Supplier Accelerator, OKIN Process is bringing additional opportunities and investment to San Antonio
Pictured above from left to right: Jim Gowen from Verizon, Diane Bevan from Idaho Technology Council, Tom Demarest from OKIN Process, and Joe Montana from Liquid 2 Ventures
SAN ANTONIO (June 12, 2025)— OKIN Process has been recognized as part of Verizon’s new Small Business Supplier Accelerator, a program that will invest $5 billion over the next five years in US small business suppliers.
This investment could represent a $22M – $49M investment in San Antonio over 5 years.
The program helps create a pipeline for American small businesses, to work with Verizon and other large corporations. This program is designed to strengthen small businesses — the backbone of the US economy — and to help the country create a more resilient supply chain.
“Verizon recognizes that small businesses are the backbone of the American economy and a staple in our local communities,” said Hans Vestberg, CEO, Verizon. “Our long-standing commitment and investment in small businesses aims to empower local businesses and communities with financial, technology and business expertise and resources to advance economic growth and foster job creation.”
The Verizon Small Business Supplier Accelerator builds on the comprehensive support that Verizon has provided to small businesses and the communities they serve for years. On top of the $5B in supplier spend, the program aims to empower American small businesses to work with Verizon and other large corporations through targeted training and flexible solutions such as faster payment terms, modified insurance requirements and adjusted indemnification requirements. The goal is to make it easier for small businesses to join Verizon’s supplier network.
“The vision of the Small Business Supplier Accelerator from Verizon aligns with OKIN Process’ vision of making work better. We are excited as American based company to support American businesses and grow opportunities here in San Antonio,” explained Tom Demarest, CEO, OKIN Process. “Helping to create a more resilient supply chain is something we are well positioned to do from our Brooks location and aligns with the values of our team.”
One of the companies OKIN Process has shared this information with is TelResource, another San Antonio-based company also located at Brooks.
“We are excited that OKIN Process is helping to highlight these opportunities from Verizon to other small businesses in San Antonio,” added Larry Gomez, President, TelResource. “These types of investments will help us continue to expand our capabilities and bring new job opportunities to our community. As a veteran, I appreciate Verizon investing in our domestic supply chain and leveraging veteran-owned businesses where possible.”
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More about OKIN Process:
OKIN Process is focused on making operations function better for our clients by providing front and back-office outsourcing solutions. We assist established enterprises manage and improve their business processes and scaling businesses to accelerate their business growth. We are the partner our clients turn to and trust to help constantly improve business processes and make work better. For more information, visit okinprocess.com.
