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Promoting a diversified state government workforce and assisting women and minorities with opportunities to contract with the state. Read more...

Bid Opportunities

Find out how your business can engage in bidding on state contracts and stay informed on bid opportunities as they arise. Learn more...

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M/WBE Spotlights

Successful M/WBE businesses are located throughout Missouri. Check out their stories to learn how M/WBE participation can help your business prosper. Read the blog...

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Directory of Certified M/WBE Vendors

Use this directory to search for certified minority or women owned business vendors or get detailed information about a vendor you already work with including specialty areas and contact information.

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What is M/WBE?

M/WBE stands for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)/Woman Owned Business Enterprise(WBE). Our FAQs page can answer your questions.

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How to Become M/WBE Certified

Learn how to become a certified M/WBE. We will help you with the application process, complete the initial application as well as answer any questions.

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Networking

You are sure to find a host of networking links here, from the Asian Women in Business to the Small Business Administration in St. Louis.

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Arch Grants Business Plan Competition

This competition is for all early-stage startups across a wide range of industries. Ten grants will be awarded at $50,000 each along with additional support.

Winners will locate their startups in downtown St. Louis to build a strong entrepreneurial economy and image.

The deadline for submissions in March 9th!

Learn more and apply here