SBA 7j 2016 Session - Understanding Small Business Certifications - Clarksdale, MS (via webinar)

Understanding Small Business Certifications

We invite you to participate in a workshop focused on sharing what certifications are available to small businesses and how they may benefit your business. This includes various federal, state and local certifications that can help you take your business to the next level.

REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 25 PARTICIPANTS! RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW!

There is no cost for 7(j) eligible businesses

In conjunction with the US Small Business Administration, QCM is providing training to 7(j) eligible firms.

• This session will help attendees understand the benefits of the various certifications, what are the minimum requirements and how to evaluate if it's a worthwhile investment for your business. Attendees that meet the certification criteria may be eligible for one-on-one assistance to provide support in completing certification applications.

Certifications that will be reviewed include but are not limited to:

Federal Certifications

• 8(a)
• Economically Disadvantaged/Woman-Owned Small Business (ED/WOSB)
• HUB Zone
• Veteran Owned Small Business
• Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business

State/Local Certifications

• Mississippi Department of Transportation
• Mississippi Development Authority

Other Certifications

• South Region (Arkansas-Mississippi) Minority Supplier Development Council
• Women’s Business Enterprise National Council

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"This project is funded by a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) - Grant # SBAHQ-15-J-0002 and SBAHQ-15-J-0003. SBA's funding should not be construed as an endorsement of any products, opinions, or services. All SBA-funded projects are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis." Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made, if requested at least two weeks in advance."