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Virginia’s Small Business Certification Program (SWaM)

This webinar is part of the “Time to ScaleUP” Webinar Series.

About this event

The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity in partnership with the Northern Virginia Black Chamber of Commerce present Time to ScaleUP webinar series.

Join us this week to learn more about Virginia’s small business program – the SWaM certification.

The Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned (SWaM) business certification is Virginia’s small business program to enhance procurement opportunities for SWaM businesses participating in state-funded projects. Join us to learn the advantages of SWaM certification and how to apply for it.

Speaker: Verniece Love, Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity

No Fee. Advanced registration is REQUIRED.

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Event Date May, 25

Event Time 4:00am - 5:00am

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