If you are a small business, getting your business certified can offer many strategic benefits. While there are many reasons, NDWBC has compiled its top five reasons to certify your woman-owned business.
1. ACCESS TO CONTRACTS
Government agencies, corporate businesses, and some state and local agencies make a point to set aside a certain portion of their contracts for certain businesses. By getting certified, you increase visibility and credibility for these contracts and could offer your business a stable and predictable revenue stream. (READ MORE 5 Tips For Small Business Government Contractors) We recommend talking with the agency posting contracts to see if they accept and honor state certifications.

For example, the owner of Total Quality Maintenance, Inc., Ellen Glood, located in Rapid City, SD, shared with us that their business has won several contracts and credits NDWBC’s “fast, simple, and affordable” certification in part for giving her the edge over her competition across the Midwest.
2. ACCESS TO CAPITAL AND RESOURCES:
Many banks and corporations offer loans, mentoring, and other resources for various ownership statuses. To learn more about grants and programs for owners, search through NDWBC’s Funding Opportunities platform. Funding Friday’s NDWBC features unique funding opportunities that we share with small business owners just like you.
3. INCREASED VISIBILITY
Holding a certification can help you stand out to corporations, state, and government agencies in a crowded market.
With your North Dakota certification, you can qualify your business with official logos on your website, brick-and-mortar windows and walls to distinguish your status.

Diane J Hochhalter Studios is proud to own a North Dakota Certified Business.
4. NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Your certification can open doors to networking events and conferences with your peers, helping you establish valuable connections and partnerships.
NDWBC prides itself on creating networking opportunities for small business owners. As a North Dakota Certified Business, you can enjoy discounts to our events and be the first to know when we release tickets to our annual signature event, Business Summit.
5. ESTABLISHED CREDIBILITY
A certification adds credibility to your business and shows that you are committed to inclusion, helping you attract likeminded customers and retain existing ones.
NDWBC is pleased to offer the North Dakota state certification to business owners who can prove they have majority ownership and control of a business entity (at least 51%).
Don’t miss out on these benefits. Consider certifying your business today!