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Who: APEX Accelerator
What: SWaM Certification
Are you a small, women-owned, minority-owned, micro, veteran, service-disabled veteran business looking to expand your opportunities? The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) invites you to a virtual informational session on the SWaM Certification process.
Why Get SWaM Certified?
Each year, the Commonwealth of Virginia spends over $8 billion on goods and services. Becoming SWaM certified can open doors to new business opportunities and increase your visibility among an additional set of potential customers.
SWaM certification is a powerful tool that can help your business secure contracts with:
- State Agencies
- Public Colleges & Universities
- Local Municipalities
- Private Sector Companies utilizing the SWaM database
What You'll Learn in This Workshop:
- Overview of the SWaM Program
- Eligibility requirements for certification (including Small, Woman-owned, Minority-owned, Micro, ESO, Veteran, and Service-Disabled Veteran designations)
- Step-by-step guidance on how to apply
Don't miss this chance to learn how SWaM Certification can help grow your business!
Presented by: Kathy Deacon, SBSD Business Services Manager, Southwest Virginia Region
When: May 14, 2026, 1-2pm
Where: Virtual
Details and Registration: https://www.sba.gov/event/79828
