Archive for the ‘minority owned businesses’ Category

What companies/businesses have to purchase from Minority owned businesses…?

Sunday, October 4th, 2009

Automotive yes, government yes, anyone else?
And companies that contract with the government. Probably your best source. If they are a federal contractor they have to do a minority set aside

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Wheatley: Support Minority-Owned Buisnesses

Friday, May 18th, 2012

Pa. State Rep. Jake Wheatley encourages his colleagues to vote for his amendment which would ensure that businesses owned by minorities, veterans and women would be given an equal chance to compete for projects in the public-private partnerships created in the underlying legislation (H.B. 3). The amendment passed the House with 156 votes.

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Strengthening Women, Veteran, and Minority Owned Small Businesses

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

Dave’s amendment to strengthen small businesses owned by women, veterans, and minorities was included in the bipartisan JOBS Act that passed the House.

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Waters: Support Minority-Owned Businesses

Friday, February 17th, 2012

Pa. state Rep. Ronald G. Waters speaks in support of an amendment that would ensure fair treatment of minority-owned businesses when dealing with state government.

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Am I considered an ethic minority (Latino)?

Tuesday, February 14th, 2012

Ok here’s a synopsis of my ethnicity.

Both of my parents were born in Argentina (hence of Latino origin). They immigrated to the United States 25 years ago and were granted US Citizenship.

I myself was born in the United States and currently reside in NJ.

English being a given, I also speak fluent Spanish and have assimilated many South American cultural facets. 

In the manner more specifically set forth above, would I be considered a Latino ethnic minority?

The reason I ask is because I am pursuing Minority Owned Small-Business status for a business that I own. 

When my state agency (in New Jersey) considers my application, will I be deemed a minority business owner?

Please feel free to ask any questions.

Thanks!

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Behind the Headlines – Jan. 20

Sunday, February 12th, 2012

This week (Jan. 20), the Behind the Headlines panel discusses the reports on suburban schools which conclude that Germantown, Bartlett, and Collierville could get existing school buildings at no cost. Plus, Electrolux awards more contracts to local minority-owned businesses, and the County Commission’s debate over redistricting almost comes to blows.

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An Unlikely Entrepreneur: Elizabeth Woods

Tuesday, February 7th, 2012

Elizabeth Woods persevered through unbelievable challenges, started her own business and now thrives as a leading entrepreneur serving up magnificent quiche. For more stories and information about starting your own business, please visit our website: http://thestoryexchange.org/.

At The Story Exchange, we are inspired by the fact that women around the world are starting businesses at higher rates than ever. We want to share their stories and encourage others because there is never a short supply of inspiration!

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QTS and Gov Tips at the 2011 WBENC National Conference

Sunday, February 5th, 2012

Dona Storey discusses her businesses, QTS and Gov Tips, during the 2011 WBENC National Conference.

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Mayor McGinn Discussing the Seawall Project

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012

Seattle Mayor McGinn speaking at the Seawall Project meeting. Specifically keying on his focus on growing the involvement of women- and minority-owned businesses with city projects.

Sorry for the jitteriness … I was *trying* to be discreet. Kind of an uptight crowd ;-)

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Is there a tax credit for women owned small businesses?

Friday, January 27th, 2012

I am both female and disabled. In Oct of 2009 I started my own business. I have no employees and only work a few hours a week cleaning residential homes earning little income. I have been told that I am eligible for a tax credit based on the fact that I am considered a minority owned business. AARP will be doing my taxes this year as I can not afford to pay someone and I wanted to ensure I received all the credits I’m eligible for. Please share any information you have on the subject.
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