October 8, 2025
Each year, National APEX Day recognizes the impact of the APEX Accelerator program and the small businesses that drive innovation, growth and resilience in government contracting.
To mark the occasion, and to celebrate 40 years of APEX Accelerators, we are proud to share testimonials from some incredible clients we have had the privilege of supporting. Their stories highlight the hard work, determination, and success that define the small business community.
We will continue updating this page with new testimonials through out the year, so be sure to check back to see more success stories from our clients or submit your own if you are already a client here.
Question 1: In one or two sentences, how has the Empire APEX Accelerator helped your business?
“APEX has helped me to overcome the hurdles of federal and state level paperwork. These things are necessary in order to be established and to have monetization, but can be very complicated and intimidating.” – Photo and Drone Solutions
“Our counselor, Finn Kreidler, has provided steady guidance to me for 2 SDVOSBs over the past 2 years, helping me secure more than $7 million in government contracts.” – DISE LLC
“They gave me great ideas and the support to implement them.” – NL Solutions Inc
Question 2: What would you tell other business that are looking for government contracting help that have not connected with their local APEX Accelerator?
“APEX is a resource that is a must have. They are game changers, as they are expert at navigating these arenas that we have very little to no experience in. Instead of doing it alone and struggling for years, you can accelerate your opportunities to contract with government entities by working with them.” – Photo and Drone Solutions
“Do your homework, draft a business plan, reach out to APEX and start working with a counselor. If the chemistry isn’t there, try another. We did and couldn’t be more pleased with the results.”
“That they are missing out on a great resource.”
