OMWBE Certifications - Why they're important and how to obtain them

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This workshop is a part of our workshop series "Preparing for Public Projects w/The Interstate Bridge" and will focus on all things you need to know about certifications with the Office of Minority & Women's Business Enterprises (OMWBE), the official certifying agency for Washington state businesses.

You will learn:

  • The importance of certification
  • Specific eligibility requirements
  • How to get started with the certification process for both state and federal
  • State Certifications (MBE, WBE, MWBE, CBE, SEDBE)
  • Federal Certifications for US Department of Transportation (DBE, SBE, ACDBE)
  • How to ensure a smooth application process
  • About the new Public Works Small Business Enterprise (PWSBE) Certification

This will be an online 1 hour presentation with 30 minutes available for Q&A

Primary Instructor: Elia Mendoza - OMWBE Small Business Development Manager

Brought to you by: Columbia River Economic Development Council (CREDC) and WA APEX Accelerator Advising


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