Minority Business Executives (MBEs) have access to numerous benefits and services – including educational programs plus a wide range of networking opportunities. This section briefly outlines some of those benefits.

USPAACC Midwest Region promotes, nurtures and propels economic growth by opening doors to contract, educational and professional opportunities for Asian Americans and their business partners in corporate America, the federal government, and the small and minority business community in the U.S. & Asia. USPAACC’s certification program has been providing corporate and government supplier diversity and small business programs with qualified and quality suppliers since 1989.

The Ashtabula Chamber Certificates of Origin is a service offered by the Greater Ashtabula Chamber of Commerce that provides businesses with the ability to create, submit, and print electronically certified Certificates of Origin and other export documents, facilitating faster customs clearance and productivity gains.

The program provides a refundable tax credit certificate to be taken against the financial institutions tax, the personal income tax or the commercial activities tax. The credit is based on eligible production expenditures (EPEs) in Ohio

The RTA Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program is a federally mandated initiative that aims to provide small, women-owned, and minority-owned businesses with equal opportunity to participate in RTA's contracting and procurement activities. The program is administered by RTA's Office of Business Development and includes certification, compliance monitoring, goal-setting, and outreach components.

The NVBDC views entrepreneurship as another form of employment and believes that helping our veterans succeed in business helps them, their families and the communities in which they reside.

Join the Small Business Essentials Series Certificate Program for five webinars in January 2026, designed for anyone considering starting a business.

The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to helping women-owned businesses thrive. We believe diversity promotes innovation, opens doors, and creates partnerships that fuel the economy. That’s why we not only provide the most relied upon certification standard for women-owned businesses, but we also offer the tools to help them succeed.

OEFFA has operated an organic certification program since 1981. While the standards and the process have evolved since then, what hasn’t changed is OEFFA’s commitment to uphold the integrity of organics and provide farmers and handler/processors a pathway for profitability.

A webinar on becoming a federal supplier and obtaining certification as a federal small business.

Tri-C IT Academy at Cleveland Community College offers comprehensive training programs in information technology, focusing on industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA and Cisco CCNA, aimed at equipping non-degree seeking students for successful careers in IT and cybersecurity.

The SBA's Guide to SBIR and STTR Program Eligibility provides small businesses with a detailed overview of the eligibility requirements for participating in the SBIR and STTR funding programs, including rules around firm type, ownership and control, and size limitations.

Formed in 1979, the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA) cultivates a future in which sustainable and organic farmers thrive, local food nourishes our communities, and agricultural practices protect and enhance our environment.

The City of Cleveland Certification and Compliance Reporting System is a web-based platform that streamlines the certification and compliance process for businesses in Cleveland. This system allows businesses to register, apply for certifications, and track the status of their applications.

The Ohio Department of Development Business Certifications facilitates business growth and development through various certification programs, although the specific page may be currently unavailable.

Formed in 1979, the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA) cultivates a future in which sustainable and organic farmers thrive, local food nourishes our communities, and agricultural practices protect and enhance our environment.

The Tri-C Entrepreneurial Technology Certificate prepares students for careers in startups and small businesses by providing a foundation in business concepts and technology skills.

The SBA District Office in Cleveland provides essential support and resources for small businesses across 28 counties in northern Ohio, including funding programs, counseling, and federal contracting certifications.

The Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce provides Certificates of Origin for goods manufactured in the United States, facilitating global trade through this essential international trade documentation. The Chamber offers an electronic solution for processing COs through a customized platform developed in partnership with the American World Trade Chamber of Commerce.

The Plexus LGBT Business Inclusion Hub is a groundbreaking initiative that provides free resources, training, and certification to help small businesses develop and implement LGBTQ+ inclusive policies and practices, fostering a culture of inclusion within the workplace and community.