0655 - All About Certifications
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Course Description
Are you a small business owner in Georgia looking to explore the world of Federal, State, and Local contracting? If so, this class is for you! In this webinar, you will learn about the contracting assistance programs and socio-economic certifications available, including public certifications such as the WOSB, SDB, 8(a), HUBZone, VOSB/SDVOSB, DBE, the state of Georgia Business Certification Program, as well as private certifications such as the WBE or MBE.
This introductory class will provide an overview of the eligibility requirements, how to apply, and how to determine which certification program is the right one for you.
Learner Outcomes
- Navigate the certification process
- Review the requirements of the various certification programs
- Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each program
- Conduct your due diligence for the pre-application process
- Determine if a public or private market certification is right for your business
Tulu Kaifee is the Procurement and Finance Specialist at the UGA SBDC. She joined the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center’s Specialty Programs Division in October 2023 as a procurement and finance specialist. Tulu has spent over 20 years in the financial services industry with experience in the consumer, small business and commercial lending segments serving entrepreneurs across Georgia.