Business Development Expert & Founder of Go 2 Girl LLC; Supplier Diversity Consultant; Host of "The Good, Bad, Ugly, and Sometimes the Lucky of Supplier Diversity"

Shelbyville, KY, USA
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Vanessa Pennoyer Biography

Vanessa Pennoyer is the founder and president of Go 2 Girl LLC, a woman-owned business development firm focused on supporting diverse entrepreneurs across the United States. With more than 25 years of experience in executive roles spanning sales, marketing, and business development, Pennoyer established a reputation as the "Go 2 Girl" within her professional network. This expertise became the foundation for Go 2 Girl LLC, a company dedicated to advancing equity and access in the business community.

As president of Go 2 Girl LLC, Pennoyer works with diverse business owners, including women, minorities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. She guides clients through certifications at the state, federal, local, and third-party levels to help them access supplier diversity opportunities. Pennoyer has processed hundreds of application submissions across 24 states, achieving a 99 percent awarded rate. Companies also engage Go 2 Girl LLC to develop transparent and effective supplier diversity programs. Her efforts have contributed to measurable growth for diverse-owned businesses, enabling many clients to increase revenue by leveraging supplier diversity funding.

Pennoyer's entrepreneurial journey began after her position at a minority- and women-owned company was eliminated. A request from a woman business owner seeking assistance with supplier diversity registrations led Pennoyer to establish Go 2 Girl LLC. Within the first year, she received recognition as ConnXus' "Share Your Story" winner, an honor that highlights the impact of diverse-owned businesses in the marketplace.

Pennoyer's work in supplier diversity has been recognized with several awards, including Member of the Year and Corporate Partner of the Year from NAWBO Kentucky, and the Greatest Ally Award from the Derby Diversity Business Summit. She was also nominated for Today's Woman Magazine's Most Admired category in Equity for her contributions at Go 2 Girl LLC. Pennoyer further developed her expertise by graduating from MGM Resort International's Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, which combines mentorship with intensive business development training.

In addition to consulting, Pennoyer hosts the podcast "The Good, Bad, Ugly, and Sometimes the Lucky of Supplier Diversity," which explores the challenges diverse business owners face and features interviews with supplier diversity managers and procurement officers. As a keynote speaker, she addresses topics such as engaging with supplier diversity programs, conducting business with government entities, and navigating federal procurement systems. Pennoyer's experience and advocacy position her as a knowledgeable voice in the supplier diversity and business development sectors.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/13/2026.

Vanessa Pennoyer Speaking Topics

  • I'm too small to have a supplier diversity program

    Everyone can be intentional with how and who they spend money with for their business. We'll uncover how to start and track metrics to align values with major corporations and government entities.

  • How to do business with State and Local Governments

    Learn to navigate and find open records, transparency, budgets and opportunities.

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Go 2 Girl, Certification Experts

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Minority Groups get access to opportunities through diversity certifications for a seat at the table to grow their business.

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