Under CEO Kendrick Edwards’ leadership, Cash Flow on Wheels (CFLOW) is dedicated to empowering truck drivers who are on a journey toward financial independence and ownership, particularly focusing on those who face challenges, such as poor credit history.
The Interagency Mentor Protégé Program (IMPP) is a testament to METRO’s commitment to empowering small and minority businesses.
Subcontractors USA would like to thank every prime contractor, subcontractor, diverse supplier, agency and professional who attended this year’s Top 25 Prime Contractors, Subcontractors and Supplier Diversity Awards Luncheon.
As the Chief Business Equity Officer at Port Houston, Carlecia Wright’s role is multifaceted, encompassing the oversight of both internal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and external business equity programs.
Dallas County is committed to increasing opportunities for small businesses and continuing to provide economic opportunities to the Dallas business community.
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 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,…
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….
“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 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…
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…
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, 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…
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, 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…
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…
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…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider In keeping with METRO’s commitment to providing contracting opportunities to all businesses, on September 22, 2022, METRO’s Board of Directors adopted a Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (VOBE) Program and a Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE) Program. These new programs are in addition to the existing and successful Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and…
The 2022 EXPO Provides MBEs With Opportunities for EXPOnential Growth By Subcontractors USA News Provider Under the leadership of President Ingrid M. Robinson, the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC) continues to combat the challenges MBEs face with a commitment to seeing these businesses succeed.Since its founding in 1973, this nonprofit organization has remained a…
Texas is home to 3 million businesses with 99.8% of those being small businesses, and 1.25 million are women-owned (Texas Governor’s Commission for Women). Recent statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau highlight veteran-owned businesses made up about 5.9% (337,934) of all businesses, with an estimated $947.7 billion in receipts, approximately 3.9 million employees, and about…
