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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 8 – June 12, 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?

Accepted participants must submit a $25 commitment fee before the first session meeting. This $25 fee covers the cost of the public notary, materials, printing, and final application mailing.

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 Thursday, March 20
  • Applications close on Tuesday, April 22
  • Participants will be notified of acceptance by Thursday, April 24
  • Session 1: Thursday, May 8, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 2: Thursday, May 15, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 3: Thursday, May 22, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 4: Thursday, May 29, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 5: Thursday, June 5, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Session 6: Thursday, June 12, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm
    Business Owner must be in attendance to sign with a Public Notary
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