Palm & Crescent is a certified Service-Disabled-Veteran Owned Small Business supporting government contracts and business ventures. We participate in the Department of Affairs Vets First Contracting program and SBA programs. We have over 34 years of combined procurement experience in the VA and DOD.
Providing Veterans with
Value-Centric Healthcare
Solutions
Who we are
Matthew Gruber
President of P&C
Former Air Force Medical Logistics and Contracting professional. Comprehensive background and knowledge of government contracting and procurement processes. During my Air Force career, he effectively managed over $38.6 million in capital equipment purchases and $39 million in medical commodities and pharmaceuticals. Experienced leader in team management and administrative accountability skills. Oversaw DOD contracting processes from contract solicitation to final contract award. Managed medical warehouse supplies and staff. Managed warehouse inventory of 500+ line items valued at $450K which provided medical care for 78,000 beneficiaries. Maintained contract compliance covering 120 government contracts. Expertise in all procurement processes including the maintenance and upgrade of the military’s material management system DMLLS. Currently manages day-to-day operations of Palm & Crescent LLC including the financial services division.
Heather Gruber
Vice President of P&C
Extensive medical products, medical device and capital sales experience spanning over a 22-year career. Worked closely with the DOD & VA customers as a Prime Vendor Representative as well as a clinical product representative. Supported and implemented GSA & FSS contracts. Providing insight into the public sector’s role in government purchasing and logistics. Promoted the Prime Vendor program with local DOD & VA customers to streamline and offer beneficial procurement solutions that resulted in increased efficiencies and lower costs. Working with the government customer provided me with valuable insight into the government’s procurement processes and how to be of value and service to the DOD/VA customer. I have a tremendous amount of respect for the men and women who served our nation with honor, integrity, and selflessness.
Mission Statement
Palm & Crescent provides access to quality medical, dental, and laboratory products and services to government organizations that directly impact and improve the lives of servicemen and women who proudly served our nation.