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

Download Resources here: https://washingtonapex.org/wpadmin/p...

Primary Instructor: Elia Mendoza OMWBE Small Business Development Manager

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