Companion Data Services, LLC (CDS) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the 2026 HIRE Vets Platinum Medallion Award by the U.S. Department of Labor. This prestigious recognition honors employers that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to recruiting, hiring, and retaining veterans. By meeting the criteria required for a Platinum Medallion Award, CDS demonstrated both patriotism and recognition of the value veterans bring to the workplace. This marks the third consecutive year CDS has received this honor, having previously earned the Gold Medallion Award in 2024 and 2025 before achieving the program's highest distinction in 2026. This is truly an amazing achievement and reflects our commitment to leading by example within our community, showing that our veterans matter and that their contributions are valued, respected, and supported throughout their careers.

The HIRE Vets Medallion Program, established under the Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act, is the only federal award program that acknowledges businesses for their dedication to veteran employment and career development. By meeting the rigorous standards for the Platinum Medallion Award, including strong veteran hiring and retention rates, access to veteran-specific resources, and leadership development programs, CDS continues to empower veterans and celebrate their invaluable contributions to our organization.

Veterans bring unique strengths to CDS, discipline, mission focus, attention to detail, and leadership, that enrich our culture and drive excellence. Today, 11% of CDS employees are veterans, a testament to our commitment to integrating and supporting those who have served.

 “As an organization, we remain committed to ensuring veterans have access to career development opportunities through programs focused on coaching, mentorship, cybersecurity, technology skills, and leadership development,” said Lola Jordan, President of CDS.

CDS also supports veterans through dedicated HR initiatives, competitive compensation, and tuition assistance programs, part of our broader mission to foster a values-driven culture of innovation, service, and performance excellence.

About the HIRE Vets Medallion Program
The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is the only federal-level recognition for employers who go above and beyond in veteran employment practices. Learn more at HIREVets.gov.