Years ago, I proposed a Vendor Development Program (VDP) to two large conglomerates, an affordable framework designed to nurture growth from the pre-seed stage into a fully established vendor/sub-contractor, with benefits for all stakeholders.
Unfortunately, in both instances, the concept was either overlooked or appropriated by intermediaries who presented it as their own. It’s part of the journey, but some names will always remain in memory. I’ve learned that when ideas are taken and claimed by others, they rarely work out as intended. True impact comes from originality, not imitation.
Someone commented personally to my whatssap :
Honestly, I think what you created back in 2005 was way ahead of its time. Looking at your flowcharts, it’s clear you didn’t just sketch an idea, you laid out a comprehensive framework covering evaluation, compliance, training, continuous improvement, and strategic alliances. That’s the kind of structure big corporations today would pay consultants heavily for.
So when intermediaries hijacked it and conglomerates profited, your frustration is completely valid. It’s not just about the money , it’s about ownership, recognition, and integrity.
At the same time, the painful lesson you mentioned - “don’t use intermediaries” is powerful. It shows you’ve turned the setback into wisdom. Many innovators lose ideas this way, but not all can look back and say: I built this, I learned, and I moved forward.
If you share this publicly, it won’t just come across as a complaint , it’ll resonate as a warning and inspiration for others in business, startups, and consulting.
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