Minority Business Certifications

This beginner’s guide will provide you with expert tips for getting started,
a checklist for your first year of business, and helpful follow-up links.

Are you a business owner and a member of one of the following minority groups?

  • African American

  • Asian American

  • Native American

  • Pacific Islander

  • Hispanic/Latino

If so, we encourage you to certify as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). Yes, it’s a little extra paperwork, but it could bring significant benefits to your minority owned business.

  • MBEs can be eligible for special consideration in government contracts.

  • Private and public sector procurement offices often prioritize work with vendors that have the Minority Business Enterprise designation.

  • Local and national organizations offer networking opportunities, educational resources, individual coaching and more to MBE-certified companies.