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

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: washingtonapex.org/wp-admin/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