Fairfax, VA — MarCom Group proudly announces its official certification as a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). While MarCom Group has always operated as a self-certified and registered WOSB, this marks the first time SBA has directly awarded the designation.

“This is not just a certification — it’s a celebration of our company’s roots and our future,” said Lauren Rainford, President of MarCom Group. “We’re excited to bring our expertise and innovative spirit to new opportunities in the federal marketplace.”

The SBA was created in 1953 as an independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist, and protect the interests of small business concerns; preserve free competitive enterprise; and maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. SBA offers four certifications for small businesses, one of those being the WOSB designation.

“I started MarCom Group almost 30 years ago, so this achievement is deeply personal and exciting. It represents the efforts of so many people who believed in our vision and mission. We look forward to leveraging this certification to expand our impact and continue breaking barriers for women in business,” said Debbie Rainford, founder and CEO of MarCom Group.

Earning this certification involved more than two years of work from many members of the MarCom Group team. As our agency continues to grow, we’re excited to see what the future holds as an SBA-certified WOSB.

About MarCom Group
MarCom Group is an SBA-certified, woman-owned creative agency headquartered in Fairfax, VA. For nearly 30 years, MarCom Group has partnered with government agencies, corporations, and nonprofits to deliver creative advertising, marketing, events, and communications support. Recognized for creativity, reliability, and a client-first approach, MarCom Group combines deep expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients achieve their goals.