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Corporate America

If your company wants to connect with private-sector buyers, the Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) certifications can be real assets. Used correctly, these certifications can help you do business with corporations including IBM, Microsoft, Walmart, CVS, and Marriott.

Who is eligible

For-profit enterprises of any size that are located in the United States and are owned, operated, and controlled by group members, or women, who are U.S. citizens. For the purposes of these corporate certifications.

Certifications

Cost of Certification:
About $350-$1,200, depending on region of the country.
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State Certifications

Many states also have minority-owned business programs. In Texas, the most recognized programs are the Texas State Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) which is overseen by the Texas Comptroller’s office, and the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), overseen by the Texas Department of Transportation.

Who is eligible

For most programs, at least 51 percent of a business needs to be owned by a woman of any ethnicity, in order to qualify for certification.

Certifications

No cost for certification.
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Federal Certifications

The Small Business Administration offers several Federal small business certifications for any business that would like to become suppliers to the U.S. Government. These valuable certifications help companies win contracts in the public sector.

We create opportunities for women or anyone who wants to access business information, personal guidance, and insight into business-management skills. Our services are open to anyone regardless of their gender, race, or if you are a member of the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Who is eligible

The business must be at least 51 percent owned by economically and socially disadvantaged individuals. Ownership needs to be direct, which means that businesses owned by another business or trust that are in turn owned and controlled by a ‘disadvantaged’ individual don’t qualify.

Certifications

  • The cost for the processing and certification is $500.00
  • 8(a) Business Development Program
  • Federal HUBZone
  • Small Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
  • Service Disabled Veteran owned
Interested in a Certifications?

If you have any questions the GSCC team can help.