Company Updates
News & Updates
Updates and announcements from Coastal Guardian Solutions related to company developments, partnerships, and operational initiatives.
This page will provide insight into the company’s continued growth, mission support activities, and evolving capabilities.
March 2026
Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) — Program Completed
Coastal Guardian Solutions Founder & CEO Drew Dunham completed the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) program in March 2026. EBV is a nationally recognized program providing advanced entrepreneurship training for post-9/11 veterans. Completion strengthens CGS’s business development foundation as the company pursues federal prime contracting opportunities in 2026.
March 2026
VIP START Federal Contracting Program
Coastal Guardian Solutions attended the VIP START Veteran Federal Contracting Program in Potomac, Maryland. VIP START connects veteran-owned small businesses with federal prime contractors and contracting officers to build relationships and expand federal contracting opportunities.
October 2025
8(a) Business Development Program — Application Submitted
CGS submitted its SBA 8(a) Business Development Program application on October 3, 2025. Approval would expand access to sole-source and set-aside federal contracting opportunities.
September 2025
SDVOSB Certification Approved
Coastal Guardian Solutions received official Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business certification through the SBA VetCert program, effective September 17, 2025.
July 2025
Coastal Guardian Solutions Founded
Coastal Guardian Solutions was founded July 4, 2025 by U.S. Coast Guard veteran Drew Dunham. The company provides operational risk reduction and compliance support for federal and regulated industry clients.