How to Haul Freight for Walmart, Target & Amazon as a Minority-Owned Trucking Company
Major retailers spend billions on freight annually and actively recruit diverse carriers. Here's exactly how to get your trucking company …
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Breaking the Catch-22: How to Win Government Contracts Without Past Performance
Every year, the federal government awards over $183 billion to small businesses—but most new entrepreneurs hit the same wall: "You …
APEX Accelerators: Free Government Contracting Help in All 50 States
There's a federally-funded office in your state whose only job is to help you win government contracts. They don't charge …
MBE vs WBE vs 8(a) vs WOSB: Which Certification Unlocks the Best Contracts?
Confused about MBE, WBE, 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone? This data-driven comparison shows you which certifications access the biggest contract …
Federal Government Contracting for Diverse Businesses: Your 2025 Roadmap to $183 Billion
The federal government awarded $183B to small businesses in FY2024. Learn how 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone certifications can unlock …
Fortune 500 Supplier Diversity Spending: Where the $50 Billion+ Opportunity Lies
85% of Fortune 500 companies have supplier diversity programs. Walmart spent $13B with diverse suppliers in 2023. Learn which corporations …
7 Financing Options for Certified Diverse Businesses in 2025
Certified MBE, WBE, and veteran-owned businesses have access to specialized lending programs. From CDFIs serving 65%+ minority businesses to SBA …
The ROI of MBE Certification: $183 Billion in Federal Contracts Await Your Business
Discover why MBE certification delivers a 133% greater ROI on procurement. With $183 billion in federal small business contracts awarded …
Corporate Supplier Diversity in 2026: What Actually Matters for Your Business
Despite federal policy shifts, 85% of Fortune 500 companies maintain supplier diversity programs. Here's where the real opportunities are and …
How to Protect Your Small Business Certification During Heightened SBA Oversight
A practical compliance framework for 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone certified businesses navigating the most intense enforcement environment in the …
SBA Certification Rule Changes for 2026: Complete Guide for WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, and 8(a)
Comprehensive breakdown of 2026 SBA certification changes by program: new recertification rules, deadline extensions, eligibility requirements, and action items.
Federal Supplier Diversity in 2026: The New Landscape and What It Means for Your Business
January 2025 marked the most significant shift in federal supplier diversity policy in decades. Here's what actually changed, what remains …
The 8(a) Program Audit: What Every Certified Business Must Know
The SBA has launched a comprehensive audit of all 4,300 8(a) participants. Deadline extended to January 19, 2026. Here's what …
How to Use AI to Win More Contracts: The Diverse Supplier's 2026 Guide to ChatGPT, Proposals, and Competing Against Big Business
Small diverse businesses can now compete with Fortune 500 contractors using AI. Learn exactly how to use ChatGPT to write …
NMSDC MBE Certification: The Complete 2026 Guide to Minority Business Certification
Everything you need to know about NMSDC MBE certification. Learn eligibility requirements, application steps, costs, timeline, and how to access …
How to Get 8(a) Certified in 2026: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
The definitive guide to SBA 8(a) certification. Learn exact eligibility requirements, the 5-step application process, required documents, and how to …
Department of Defense Leads Federal 8(a) Spending with $19.3 Billion in FY2025
The Department of Defense awarded over $19.3 billion in contracts to 8(a) certified small businesses in fiscal year 2025—more than …
Over 400 Fortune 500 Companies Now Seek LGBTQ+-Owned Suppliers
Nearly 450 Fortune 500 corporations partner with NGLCC to source from LGBTBE-certified businesses. Learn which companies are leading LGBTQ+ supplier …
Corporate Spending With Disability-Owned Businesses Doubles Since 2015
Companies spending with DOBE-certified disability-owned businesses grew from 27% to 56% between 2015 and 2024. Learn which corporations are leading …
Federal Government Exceeds SDVOSB Goals: $31.9 Billion to Veteran-Owned Businesses
The federal government awarded $31.9 billion to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses in FY2024, exceeding its 5% goal. Learn how veterans …
Top 10 Companies Leading in Minority Business Enterprise Spending
Discover which corporations spend the most with minority-owned businesses (MBEs). Verified spending data from Walmart, AT&T, Ford, and other supplier …
The 43 Companies Spending $1 Billion or More With Diverse Suppliers
Meet the Billion Dollar Roundtable: 43 corporations each spending at least $1 billion annually with minority and women-owned suppliers. Verified …
Tech Giants Are Spending Billions on Diverse Suppliers: How to Get on Their Radar
Microsoft spent $18 billion with diverse suppliers last year. IBM, Apple, Google, and Amazon have similar programs. Here's how certified …
Veteran-Owned Businesses Are Winning Big in Federal Contracting: Here's How to Join Them
The VA awarded over $10 billion to service-disabled veteran-owned businesses last year—exceeding goals by 4x. Here's how veteran entrepreneurs are …
Federal Contracting in 2026: What the New SBA Rules Mean for Your 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB Certifications
Major changes to federal small business contracting programs took effect in 2025-2026. Here's what you need to know about the …
Got Certified? Now What: 7 Strategies to Actually Win Contracts After Certification
Your diversity certification is a door opener, not a deal closer. Here are seven battle-tested strategies that certified suppliers are …
The State of Supplier Diversity in 2026: What's Changed and What Every Business Owner Needs to Know
Corporate supplier diversity programs are evolving rapidly. While some companies retreat, others are doubling down with billions in commitments. Here's …
Is MBE Certification Actually Worth It? What I Learned After 18 Months
A candid look at whether minority business certification delivers real ROI. Spoiler: it depends on your industry and how you …