Black To Business

Starting a business is an exciting endeavor, but it comes with its fair share of challenges, especially for Black and women entrepreneurs. One of the ways to address these challenges and unlock incredible growth potential is through MWBE (Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise) certification. In this episode, we are joined by a distinguished expert, Sheena Thomas, who brings over 25 years of experience in supplier diversity and certification programs.   As the first Black woman Executive Director of the only two regional certification agencies in Texas, Sheena has been at the forefront of certifying over 40,000 combined applicants annually. Her extensive knowledge and expertise make her the perfect person to discuss the importance of MWBE certification and its impact on minority-owned and women-owned businesses.   DURING THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:  The Importance of MWBE Certification Overcoming Common Misconceptions and Hurdles in the MWBE Certification Process What MWBE Certification Can Do for