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OMBE BUSINESS CERTIFICATION COHORT

The OMBE Business Certification Cohort Program is designed to equip minority business owners with the accountability and technical assistance needed to obtain their Office of Minority Business Enterprise Certification. Getting certified begins with gaining an understanding of the certification criteria and gathering the necessary information and documentation to complete the application.

Running May 16 – June 20, this program provides 6 weeks of in-person accountability and support. Facilitated by Autumn Sanders of Quire Consulting, each session meets Thursdays from 4:00 – 5:00 pm, but participants can expect to spend 2-3 hours a week working on the materials for this cohort. You will write things you know to be true about your venture, find the documents that already exist, and create new documents.

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WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?

  • Small business owners located in the Greater Birmingham Region
  • An eligible business must have been in operation for at least one year
  • The business entity must also be at least 51% owned and controlled by the minority or female owner(s)
  • US Citizen

WHAT DOES IT COST?

Due to the limited class size, accepted participants must submit a $25 commitment fee prior to the first course meeting. After the participant has attended all six sessions and completed the course, they are eligible for a reimbursement of the $25 commitment fee.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR THE BUSINESS OWNERS?

  • OMBE Certification: We’ll guide the participants through the certification process, breaking it down week by week.
  • 1-to-1 Technical Assistance: Participants will receive guidance to tackle their unique business challenges.
  • Peer Network: This cohort is capped at 14 participants. You will be able to engage with like-minded entrepreneurs, share experiences, and build valuable connections.
  • Resources: Participants will also be able to gain access to valuable tools, information, and resources to drive their business forward. 
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION HERE

KEY DATES

  • Applications open Friday, March 1
  • Applications close on Tuesday, April 30
  • Participants will be notified of acceptance by Thursday, May 2
  • Session 1: Thursday, May 16, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 2: Thursday, May 23, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 3: Thursday, May 30, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 4: Thursday, June 6, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 5: Thursday, June 13, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 6: Thursday, June 20, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
    Business Owner must be in attendance to sign with a Public Notary
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