Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development
Welcome to the Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development (“DMWBD”). We want to partner with you in your success!
Our mission: To promote equality of economic opportunities for MWBEs and to eliminate barriers to their participation in state contracts. We supplement New York State's economic leadership with information and resources that increase access to information and opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses throughout the state.
Our key objectives:
- Encourage and assist state agencies to award a fair share of contracts to MWBEs.
- Review applications by businesses seeking certification and maintain a directory of certified MWBEs.
- Promote the business development of MWBEs through education and outreach to NYS agencies as well as MWBEs.
Need direct business development help? Please contact us.
NEW YORK STATE MWBE FORUM: TRANSFORMATION 2017
ENGAGE | EMPOWER | ELEVATE
Join New York State agencies and public authorities at the NYS MWBE Forum, the largest statewide business event for minority and women-owned businesses (MWBEs). It is a once-a-year opportunity to learn more about contract areas and explore new markets that have great potential for business. The Forum will take place on Wednesday & Thursday October 4 - 5, 2017 at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center in Albany, NY.
With this year’s theme, your participation will guarantee that you ENGAGE with the right decision makers, EMPOWER your company with the right information and ELEVATE your position in the marketplace with new found industry intelligence.
For additional information, and to register, visit: www.nysmwbeforum.org