The Small Business Center’s Role in Dallas’ Renovation Projects

The Small Business Center’s Role in Dallas’ Renovation Projects

The Small Business Center in the City of Dallas plays a pivotal role in the city’s ambitious renovation projects, particularly in the revitalization efforts aimed at iconic landmarks like the Dallas Memorial Auditorium and the Black Academy of Arts and Letters. Tasked with overseeing the evaluation criteria for minority and women-owned business enterprises (M/WBEs), these…

The Dallas Fort Worth Minority Supplier Development Council Building on a 50-Year Legacy of Resilience, Inclusion & Growth

The Dallas Fort Worth Minority Supplier Development Council Building on a 50-Year Legacy of Resilience, Inclusion & Growth

The Dallas Fort Worth Minority Supplier Development Council is dedicated to fostering business connections between our buying entity members, which include corporations and public-sector agencies, and certified minority-owned businesses. Our primary goal is to meet supply chain demands, contributing to the economic development of our communities through the utilization of certified MBEs. At DFW MSDC,…

Dallas Independent School District: Servant Transparency, Equity, and Collaboration

Dallas Independent School District: Servant Transparency, Equity, and Collaboration

The dynamic force behind the Dallas Independent School District’s Minority/Women Business Enterprise Program can’t be attributed to solely one individual. The department’s success has been predicated upon an esteemed Board of Trustees, general superintendent, chief of staff, executive leadership, M/WBE Advisory Committee, M/WBE Advocacy organizations, and competitive business community coupled with a competent M/WBE team….

Bexar County: Small Business & Entrepreneurship Department —Transforming Business Ethics in San Antonio Department

Bexar County: Small Business & Entrepreneurship Department —Transforming Business Ethics in San Antonio Department

“We promote San Antonio’s economic growth and encourage nationwide participation.” – Renee Watson Renee Watson, the Director of The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Department (SBED), orchestrates the convergence of economic development and entrepreneurship in Bexar County. Facilitating programs for Small, Minority, and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (SMWBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Watson ensures compliance with…

SubContractors USA’s E.C.O Summit Promotes Networking Celebration

SubContractors USA’s E.C.O Summit Promotes Networking Celebration

Subcontractors USA held its first annual E.C.O. Summit, a gathering of visionaries, leaders, and change-makers from diverse backgrounds and industries. We wanted to talk about three essential pillars that underpin our collective journey: Expansion, Collaboration, and Opportunity. Expansion is the pulsating core of progress within the construction sector. It involves extending our horizons, pushing the…

2023 Top 25 Prime & Subcontractors Supplier Diversity Awards Luncheon

2023 Top 25 Prime & Subcontractors Supplier Diversity Awards Luncheon

Houston, recognized as one of the most culturally diverse cities in the United States, presents a multitude of chances to celebrate its diversity in both the economy and job market. At Subcontractors USA, we view it as an honor to showcase the cooperation between agencies, prime contractors, and subcontractors in promoting diversity in Texas. This…

The UH HUB Operations Department Continues to Evolve to Promote Inclusion & Effectively Serve HUBs

The UH HUB Operations Department Continues to Evolve to Promote Inclusion & Effectively Serve HUBs

Listening, Learning & Responding to the HUB Community The University of Houston (UH) HUB Operations Department (HOD) continues its strong commitment to the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) community by taking action through effective programs and other initiatives to promote the inclusion of HUB vendors in university procurements. Leading UH’s HUB Operations is Director Dr. Linelle…

Noble Texas Builders: Always Looking Forward. Exceeding Expectations.

Noble Texas Builders: Always Looking Forward. Exceeding Expectations.

Noble Texas Builders, LLC (Noble) is respected, results-driven, and award-winning for its unique and professional approach to the construction business. Firmly standing on its core values of trust, teamwork, and community, Noble provides general contracting, design-build, construction management, facility maintenance, and development services designed to exceed the expectations of every client it serves. Noble was…

HCC’s Emphasizes Why ‘Access to HCC’ Expo is Important for Small Business Owners

HCC’s Emphasizes Why ‘Access to HCC’ Expo is Important for Small Business Owners

Houston Community Colleg’s Procurment Operations Department has improved its Small Business Development Program (SBDP). With the additions, its provided greater opportunity to certified small businesses that participate in the procurement process at junior institution. Part of those expansions included the City of Houston MBE (minority), WBE (women), PDBE (person with disabilities) and DBE (disadvantaged). This…

Helen Callier on Remaining Committed to Permitting & Helping Clients #BuildSafe

Helen Callier on Remaining Committed to Permitting & Helping Clients #BuildSafe

Helen Callier, who recently served as Emcee for the first annual Harris County Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Summit with SBA Houston, is expanding PermitUsNow’s position in theconstruction industry. As President of the firm, Callier uses PermitUsNow, an industry recognized building permit expediting firm helping architects, contractors, and project owners, to save time and…

Looking at Industry Challenges, Forecasts & the Future

Looking at Industry Challenges, Forecasts & the Future

For solid and consistent business success in a competitive construction market, it’s vital that you remain aware of statistics and data.  These recent findings highlight the state of construction around Texas and our nation, which will prove valuable in your decision-making when it comes to partnerships, certifications, and expansion efforts.  Whether you are a general…

The Upcoming Annual Bexar County Business Conference Continues To Connect Small Businesses To Opportunities for Success

The Upcoming Annual Bexar County Business Conference Continues To Connect Small Businesses To Opportunities for Success

Bexar County’s Small Business & Entrepreneurship Department (SBED), led by Renee Watson, continues its concerted effort to connect small businesses with billions of dollars in contracting opportunities. One of the SBED’s initiatives serving Small, Minority, Women, and Veteran Business Owners (SMWVBO) is its annual Bexar County Business Conference held on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at…