Company: Greencastle Consulting
Company Description: Greencastle Associates Consulting, LLC is a 100% veteran-owned and operated implementation consulting firm that tackles critical projects with a unique, military-precision approach. Founded by veterans in 1997, Greencastle provides metric-driven results to businesses looking to execute strategic initiatives. Our team is mission-focused, adaptable, and ready to get stuff done.
Nomination Category: Company / Organization Categories
Nomination Sub Category: Veteran-Owned Business of the Year
 Nomination Title: Greencastle Consulting Veteran Owned Business of the Year
- Which will you submit for your nomination in this category, a video of up to five (5) minutes in length about the achievements of the nominated organization since January 1 2023, OR written answers to the questions for this category? (Choose one):
Written answers to the questions
- If you are submitting a video of up to five (5) minutes in length, provide the URL of the nominated video here, OR attach it to your entry via the "Add Attachments, Videos, or Links to This Entry" link above, through which you may also upload a copy of your video.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this second question: Outline the organization's achievements since the beginning of 2023 that you wish to bring to the judges' attention (up to 250 words):
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Since 2023, Greencastle Consulting has achieved remarkable milestones that underscore our dedication to strategy execution and veteran excellence.
Expanded Service Offerings: We offer a range of solutions and services to help our clients drive success on their most critical projects. These include strategy execution, operations consulting, and data and analytics.
Innovative Project Management Methodology: This year we launched o proprietary methodology, the GSD Framework, that enhances focus on the most impactful factors for project success. This tool enables our teams to reduce project timelines for major utility clients.
Client Impact: Through our extensive utility experience, we’ve developed an unparalleled expertise in managing IIJA-funded projects. Our IIJA Playbook, helps utility clients navigate federal compliance, manage funding more effectively, and achieve on-time delivery of critical infrastructure projects.
Employee-Centric Initiatives: Over the past year our company has grown by 5% while maintaining a 100% veteran workforce. We’ve built our company with our employees in mind, offering best-in-in class benefits and an adult-rules work environment that consistently allows us to achieve Employee Net Promoter Score () of 67 among our team (according to Perceptyx, scores above 50 indicate a great company).
Community Engagement: We host an annual festival at our corporate headquarters that exclusively features veteran-owned business and veteran-sgenerating revenue and exposure for local veteran-owned businesses. We’ve also donatedalmost $250,000 to veteran charities and volunteered 100+ hours in support of veteran organizations this year.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this first question: Briefly describe the nominated organization: its history and past performance (up to 200 words):
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Greencastle Consulting is a 100% veteran-owned and entirely veteran-operated consulting firm specializing in strategy execution for enterprise-level businesses. Founded by a team of military veterans, our purpose is to bridge the gap between strategy development and execution. Drawing from our military roots, we apply discipline, adaptability, and teamwork to drive meaningful results for our clients.
Since our inception, we have focused on helping organizations implement complex strategies with precision and efficiency. Our expertise spans multiple industries, including utilities, manufacturing, government, and life sciences, with a strong emphasis on strategy execution, operational consulting, and data and analytics.
Our team is exclusively comprised of veterans, which fosters a unique culture of leadership, accountability, and problem-solving. Each consultant brings firsthand experience in navigating high-pressure environments, translating strategic vision into actionable plans, and uniting diverse teams toward a common goal.
With a hybrid work model grounded in trust and self-management, we deliver value-driven solutions that align people, processes, and resources. From managing large-scale IT projects to helping clients meet federal compliance requirements, our operations are guided by the same principles that define military excellence.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this third question: Explain why the achievements you have highlighted are unique or significant. If possible compare the achievements to the performance of other players in your industry and/or to the organization's past performance (up to 250 words):
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The achievements highlighted demonstrate Greencastle Consulting’s unique ability to blend military values with business strategy to deliver unparalleled results.
Our 100% veteran team and our genuine commitment to client success set us apart in the consulting industry. When organizations struggle to implement strategic initiatives, our methodology enables them to quickly gain traction and get the results they demand. Compared to industry benchmarks, our teams help our clients routinely achieve reduced project timelines and improved budget adherence, surpassing the performance of larger competitors.
Our IIJA Playbook is another differentiator, showcasing our expertise in federal compliance. While many consulting firms struggle to operationalize government requirements, we provided a turnkey solution for utility clients, enabling them to secure and manage federal funding efficiently. This positions us as a go-to partner for IIJA projects in our industry.
Equally significant is our veteran-centric mission. By exclusively hiring veterans, we’ve built a team uniquely equipped to manage high-stakes projects with discipline, resilience, and adaptability. Our 99+% employee retention rate reflects the strength of our culture, an achievement unmatched in a sector grappling with high turnover.
Finally, our community engagement initiatives, such as the veteran food truck festival, showcase our commitment to supporting veterans beyond the workplace. This holistic approach to business—balancing impact for clients, employees, and the community—sets us apart as a leader among veteran-owned businesses.
- You have the option to answer this final question: Reference any attachments of supporting materials throughout this nomination and how they provide evidence of the claims you have made in this nomination (up to 250 words):
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Greencastle website- Our newly re-designed website describes our services in various forms of content while highlighting the unique skills a veteran brings to the job.
Highlight reel- In this quick video our CEO explains the history of Greencastle and why he believes hiring veterans brings a unique perspective to any project.
Instagram reel featuring culture- These reels highlight our culture and some of the military traditions we incorporate as a nod to our military backgrounds.
Instagram reel featuring community engagement- This reel highlights just one of the community events we participate in annually. We dedicate time and money to supporting veteran service organizations.
VetFest website- This webpage highlights our annual veteran food truck and veteran owned business festival. This is just one way we support the local veteran community.
Employee feedback blog- This quick blog highlights our employee-centric culture and includes how we use employee feedback to continue enhancing the culture and continue to grow the company.
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