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MWBE Business Resources

Below are key partner organizations and certifying agencies that provide resources, support and opportunities for minority-, women- and veteran-owned businesses. These programs and institutions offer guidance in certification, business development and access to networks that can help entrepreneurs grow and succeed.

Partner Agencies

  • Wake County Public School System – Minority Business Program
  • Wake Tech's Entrepreneurship & Small Business Center

MWBE Business Supportive Services

  • Carolina Small Business Development Fund
  • Hispanic Contractors Association of the Carolinas
  • NC Association of Governmental Purchasing
  • National Institute of Minority Economic Development
  • NC Minority Business Development Agency
  • NC Rural Center
  • NC Small Business Tech Development Center
  • NC Association of Governmental Purchasing
  • The National Institute of Minority Economic Development
  • United Minority Contractors of North Carolina

NC Certifying Agencies

  • NC Department of Transportation Office of Civil Rights
  • NC Office of Historically Underutilized Businesses

National Certifying Agencies

  • Women Business Enterprise National Council
  • National Minority Supplier Development Council
  • Veteran Small Business Certification
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