Today, we are the innovative leader in the sale of privately held companies. With diligence and expertise, a commitment to internal education and unsurpassed professionalism, VR is driven to exceed expectations. VR has always been at the forefront of developing educational and operational practices to create successful entrepreneurial leaders. VR’s unparalleled commitment to fostering “Best Industry Practices” has been long standing and proven to pay dividends many times over for office owners and intermediaries. VR CEO, Peter King and VR President, JoAnn Lombardi purchased the VR Franchise in 1999 and have since expanded the franchise internationally; with offices located in Turkey, Puerto Rico, and Hawaii. As we look back, the last few years were extraordinary for the VR organization, as well as for all business enterprises. It is clear that we successfully managed through an extremely difficult time in the global economy, and have emerged in a position of strength. Our ability to achieve both our expectation and our aspiration is a product of the quality of our business, the skill and teamwork of our people, and the confidence our clients have in the VR brand. This past year was not for the faint of heart; but at year-end, the jobless rate dropped to a near 3-year low of 8.5%. This is the strongest evidence yet that the economic recovery is gaining steam, and VR is positioned to help put America back to work. In 2011, the Clinton Global Initiative hosted an event to focus on the U.S. economic recovery, where a myriad of organizations assembled to create short-term solutions and long-term strategies for growth. VR was invited to join a Veterans Working Group, which focused on strategies to lower unemployment among new veterans. VR is committed to the innovative VR-VET50 Program, which helps veterans attain the dream of business ownership. This coming year, VR will be supporting Veterans with opportunity inside the organization. VR was again awarded the honor of being a “Top 50 Franchise for Veterans.” With our deep appreciation for the service and sacrifices of members of the military and Veterans, we have introduced the VR-VET50 Program. As a company, we understand the value Veterans bring to the workforce and the entrepreneurial population, including practiced leadership skills, commitment, discipline, ability to perform under extremely stressful situations and a solid work ethic. For more info on Vet50 please visit http://www.vrbusinessbrokers.com/overview/Corporate-Overview/VR-VET50-Program-For-Returning-U-S-Military-Veterans.html
