Ohio MBE, EDGE and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Certifications
Ohio certification routes for minority-owned, women-owned and qualifying disadvantaged small businesses. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance]
Ohio Department of Development, Minority Business Development Division. Ohio program. Official program information
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Who qualifies
For-profit businesses with at least 51% eligible ownership meeting the selected MBE, WBE or EDGE category rules. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance]
- Generally, operate for at least twelve months with the same owners and ownership percentages. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance]
- Qualifying owners must demonstrate genuine ownership, expertise, independence and daily control. EDGE applicants also document small-business size and social and economic disadvantage. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance]
Cost
A certification fee is not stated in the official sources reviewed. Ask the agency before applying. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance]
Processing time
A typical processing time is not stated in the official sources reviewed. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance]
What it unlocks
- Recognition under the corresponding Ohio MBE, EDGE or WBE certification program. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance]
How to apply
- Obtain the applicable form and instructions from Development’s Minority Business Development Division. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance] Read the application rule.
- Provide the required business, ownership and financial records and participate in any requested interview or inspection. [Ohio MBE, EDGE and WBE guidance] Check certification evidence requirements.