Minority, Women, Disadvantaged-Owned Business Enterprises (MWDBE) and Veteran Owned Companies

With so much development and investment happening in Portsmouth, it’s more important than ever to remain focused on the City’s commitment to include Minority, Women, Disadvantaged-Owned Business Enterprises (MWDBE) and Veteran Owned Companies.

As a small business-focused agency of local City government, Portsmouth Economic Development promotes equal access to procurement opportunities for all enterprises and helps position businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs to take advantage of local opportunities, and grow their businesses beyond Portsmouth.

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Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity

Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity

The Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned Business (SWaM) certification program is a state program of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The purpose is to enhance procurement opportunities for SWaM businesses participating in state-funded projects.

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LISC Hampton Roads

Hampton Roads office of Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), a national nonprofit that provides financing and support for community development around the country. As one of 35+ local offices, LISC Hampton Roads works with local government, community development corporations and other nonprofits to revitalize neighborhoods and catalyze opportunity.

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Hampton Roads Chamber

The Hampton Roads Chamber is the premier pro-business organization serving the region to build the best climate for businesses to thrive. The Chamber provides a variety of program offerings and services to support the business community.