On this episode of Money Talk With Tiff, Tiffany Grant dives into the world of minority business certifications and government contracting with special guest, Susanne Mariga. Susanne brings her expert insights on how these certifications can benefit minority and women-owned businesses, and shares actionable advice on how to navigate the often complex certification process.

Listen in to learn about the various levels of certifications, the benefits they offer, and how to leverage them for government contracts. Additionally, Susanne discusses best practices, potential pitfalls, and the importance of building relationships in the business world.

Check out the full show notes: https://moneytalkwitht.com/podcast-show-notes/minority-business-certification

Key Points

• Introduction to Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) certifications
• Different levels of certifications: city, state, federal, and private sector
• The certification process and its benefits, including educational programs, funding opportunities, and networking events
• Examples of real-world benefits, such as access to grants during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Understanding government contracting terminology and the role of certifications in securing contracts
• Steps for finding and bidding on government contracts
• The critical importance of understanding costs and realistic pricing for successful bids
• Importance of leveraging unique skills and expertise to stand out in competitive environments
• Collaboration and partnership strategies for winning contracts

Get Susanne’s Book: Profit First for Minority Business Enterprises by Susanne Mariga

• A dollar from every copy sold supports the education of girls in Zimbabwe through a partnership with Hope Worldwide.

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• LinkedIn: Susanne Mariga LinkedIn Profile

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