Designations
Woman Owned Business
Veteran Owned Business
Disabled Veteran Owned Business
Small Business Enterprise
Disadvantage Small Business Enterprise
Disabled Veteran Business
A disabled veteran business is a business that is owned and operated by one or more disabled veterans who have served in the military and were injured or became ill as a result of their service. Disabled veteran businesses are often eligible for certain government contracts and programs designed to support small businesses owned by disabled veterans.
In the United States, the government has established a number of programs to support disabled veteran businesses, including the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) VetBiz program and the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Office of Veterans Business Development. These programs provide resources and support to help disabled veteran business owners start and grow their businesses, including access to training, funding, and procurement opportunities.
In addition to government programs, there are also a number of private sector initiatives and organizations that support disabled veteran businesses, such as the National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA) and the Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF).
Creating and supporting disabled veteran businesses is important not only for the individuals involved, but also for the wider community. These businesses help to create jobs and promote economic growth, while also giving disabled veterans the opportunity to use their skills and experience to build successful businesses and contribute to society in meaningful ways.
Woman Owned Business
A woman-owned business is a business that is majority-owned and operated by one or more women. Women-owned businesses are an important part of the economy, and they play a critical role in creating jobs, promoting economic growth, and driving innovation.
In the United States, the federal government has established a certification program to help women-owned businesses compete for federal contracts. The program, called the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contracting Program, helps eligible women-owned businesses secure government contracts by setting aside a certain percentage of contracts for competition exclusively among WOSBs.
In addition to government programs, there are also a number of private sector initiatives and organizations that support women-owned businesses, such as the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) and the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). These organizations provide resources and support to help women-owned businesses start and grow, including access to training, funding, and networking opportunities.
Creating and supporting women-owned businesses is important not only for gender equality but also for economic growth and innovation. Women-owned businesses bring new perspectives and ideas to the market, and they help to create a more diverse and inclusive economy that benefits everyone.
State Designations
California
CMAS
County of Los Angeles
SBA Woman Owned
VA Disabled Veteran Owned
California SBE
Metro SBE (coming soon)
Arizona
Woman Owned
Disabled Veteran Owned
SBE
DVBE
Nevada
Woman Owned
Disabled Veteran Owned
SBE
DVBE