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About Us

Since 1997. Local Service. Regional Reach.

Founded in 1997 in Vincennes, Indiana. From one office and a handful of clients, VEI has grown to seven locations across four states.

29

Years in Business

7

Office Locations

4

States Covered

6+

Brands Carried

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How VEI Got Here

VEI Communications was founded in 1997 in Vincennes, Indiana on a different model than most dealers: carry multiple brands so the recommendation matches the operation, do a real coverage analysis before quoting hardware, and staff every office with technicians who can repair equipment the same day.

That model scaled from Vincennes to Evansville, Seymour, Louisville, Russellville, Lumberton, and Darlington. Today VEI serves thousands of commercial and public safety organizations across Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The principle has not changed: the recommendation fits the job, not the inventory.

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Leadership

Dan Shepherd, President

Dan started VEI Communications in Vincennes in 1997 after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps and earning his degree from Southern Illinois University. What began as a Kenwood dealership in southern Indiana grew into a seven-office operation covering four states.

He built the company on a simple idea: match the right equipment to the job, not the inventory. Nearly three decades later, that approach hasn't changed.

Today VEI employs 27 people across Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Every office is staffed with factory-certified technicians. Every recommendation starts with a coverage analysis, not a sales pitch.

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Our Partners
  • KenwoodTait CommunicationsHyteraOmnitronicsUnicationTelexIcomEFJohnson
Great folks! Friendly, knowledgeable and prompt. It is a pleasure doing business with VEI Communications.

Robert Johnson

BIS Digital

Best in the business! They take care of your every need! Most cost effective option out there. THE friendliest staff you'll find, anywhere.

Grant Matzel

Google Review

yall had the best customer service, I've ever seen, wish people like yall worked in public and wish there was more of yall, I will be purchasing more from them!!

Nick Davis

Google Review

An absolute GREAT company with dedicated and professional people!

Joe Boone

Google Review

Fast, friendly and knowledgeable! It's a pleasure doing business with them!

Daniel Miller

Google Review

Best Kenwood service in the area.

John Cox

Google Review

Great people to deal with.

Frank S.

Google Review

Always helpful.

Kristin Houlahan

Google Review

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