WBE & WOSB Certifications

At EVelop, we are thrilled to share an exciting milestone—achieving the Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certifications. These designations highlight our commitment to fostering diversity and empowering women in business.

The WBE certification recognizes women-led businesses, while the WOSB certification provides unique opportunities in federal contracting, supporting equitable access in the marketplace. These achievements reflect our dedication to innovation, inclusivity, and meaningful impact. We’re excited to share what these certifications mean as we continue to grow and lead with purpose.

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What Do These Certifications Mean?

The Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certifications are highly respected credentials awarded to businesses predominantly owned and operated by women. The WBE certification emphasizes leadership and operations controlled by women, promoting genuine diversity and representation in the marketplace. The WOSB certification, issued by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), further validates women-owned businesses, opening doors to federal contracting opportunities and supporting equitable access in traditionally male-dominated industries.

The Rigorous Path to Certification

Achieving these certifications is no simple feat. For EVelop, these accomplishments were the culmination of substantial effort involving:

  • Extensive Paperwork: Detailed documentation was submitted to verify our business structure, ownership, and eligibility for both certifications.
  • Virtual Site Visit: A thorough review of our operations was conducted to confirm compliance with WBE and WOSB criteria.
  • Financial Transparency: Comprehensive financial records were provided to establish the integrity and authenticity of our claims.

This rigorous process ensures that these certifications truly recognize businesses that embody the spirit of women’s enterprise and commitment to excellence.

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Why Choose a WBE-WOSB Certified Company?

In today’s business landscape, companies and government bodies at every level are increasingly committed to developing a diverse supplier base. Here's why integrating WBE & WOSB certified companies like EVelop into your strategic partnerships matters:

  • Diversity Compliance: Many non-profits, corporations, and governmental organizations have guidelines requiring a percentage of their vendors to be diverse. Partnering with EVelop can help you meet those diversity goals.
  • Innovative Perspectives: Women's businesses often offer unique solutions and insights driven by diverse experiences and leadership styles.
  • Support for Women Entrepreneurs: Engaging with WBE-certified companies contributes to empowering women entrepreneurs, reinforcing societal progress towards gender equity.

EVelop: A Proud WBE & WOSB Certified Company

We are incredibly proud to hold our WBE and WOSB certifications, testaments to our relentless dedication and the integrity of our business practices. Stacey, our esteemed leader, has driven EVelop with a vision that resonates deeply with our clients and partners. Her leadership was instrumental in securing these certifications—gold standards in today’s business world.

The Impact of Certification on EVelop

Recognition as a WBE- and WOSB-certified business symbolizes more than just accolades. It represents a continuous commitment to upholding the standards and principles that earned us these badges.

  • Enhancing Credibility: These certifications elevate our credibility and reassure clients of our adherence to high ethical and operational standards.
  • Expanding Opportunities: With WBE and WOSB status, we gain access to growth opportunities, including partnerships with larger enterprises and eligibility for government contracts supporting women-led businesses. The WOSB certification, in particular, allows us to compete for exclusive federal contracts, creating a pathway for even greater impact.
  • Framing Success: A Testament to Hard Work and Leadership

We hold these certifications with immense pride in our office—both symbols and reminders of the hard work, dedication, and passion that went into earning them. They acknowledge EVelop’s potential to make a meaningful impact by fostering diversity, innovation, and inclusivity in the marketplace.

Stacey’s drive to achieve both WBE and WOSB certifications exemplifies the perseverance and excellence that we strive to deliver in all our projects and partnerships. Her passion and commitment to ensuring EVelop’s practices align with our mission of integrity and innovation are truly inspiring.

Conclusion: A Call to Embrace Diversity

At EVelop, we are excited to offer our clients the benefits of working with a WBE-WOSB certified organization. We invite you to partner with us to enhance your supplier diversity and innovation potential, and together, create a more inclusive business world.

Explore EVelop and let us help you achieve success with our tailored solutions enriched by diversity and a commitment to excellence. Whether you are a nonprofit organization, a corporation, or a government entity, ensuring a diverse pool of suppliers has never been more essential—or more rewarding. Embrace the potential for growth with EVelop.

Leadership Development

At EVelop, we are honored to offer two distinct styles of leadership development solutions, to meet you and your organization's needs. First, we offer a Plug-and-Play solution through exclusive membership with The Institute for Management Studies. Second, we offer a fully customized leadership development solution, with a structured and effective process.

Either approach is a great choice to deliver world-class training and wrap-around support to help leaders at all levels prepare to face the challenges that arise from managing diverse teams and meeting organizational goals.

Workforce Development Planning

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, workforce development planning is not just a managerial task—it's an art and a science combined. It's the craft of sculpting an organization's most crucial asset: its people. At EVelop, we are passionate about partnering with businesses to decode this art and implement strategic workforce development planning that aligns with your vision and goals.

Manufacturing Environments Done Right

At EVelop, we believe that every manufacturing environment, from bustling assembly lines to quiet back offices, holds the potential for greatness. This belief is at the heart of our mission to revolutionize how manufacturing is perceived. Our philosophy is simple: when you understand what factors make an environment that individuals can thrive in, you empower innovation, productivity, and satisfaction both in the workforce and beyond.

LMS Selection & Implementation

As technology advances at breakneck speed, businesses across various industries face the challenge of efficiently managing their training processes. Here, we delve into the nuances of selecting and implementing the right Learning Management System (LMS) for your organization, guided by the expertise of our seasoned consultant, Stacey.

Building Your Training Dream Team

Building a dream training team isn't merely a nice-to-have—it's an essential investment in your company's future. Modern business environments demand more than just an HR professional juggling multiple roles. To truly thrive, companies must develop comprehensive training teams capable of navigating complex learning landscapes.

Fully Customized Training, Specifically for Manufacturing

At EVelop, we pride ourselves on providing bespoke training solutions tailored specifically to the nuances and unique demands of the manufacturing sector. In today's fast-paced industrial landscape, where innovation and precision are paramount, our custom manufacturing training programs are designed to ensure that your team is equipped with the skills they need, precisely when they need them. This approach not only enhances productivity but also empowers your workforce to embrace the future with confidence.

Instructional Design

Instructional design is not just a buzzword; rather, it's the science and art of crafting educational experiences that lead to measurable learning outcomes. It's a meticulous process that begins with understanding the goal of the training and working backward to develop engaging, effective educational content. Our approach at EVelop is simple yet powerful—recognizing the need for practical and relevant training, especially for those in technical fields such as manufacturing, where Stacey began her career.

Sales & Marketing Strategies for Association - Built Training

Our focus is to empower associations through robust marketing training programs designed to bridge gaps and enhance member engagement. Led by Stacey, a seasoned professional with extensive expertise across various industries, we are committed to guiding associations in maximizing their potential and elevating their value proposition to members.

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EVelop is a woman-owned and operated training and consulting firm, based in Cleveland, OH. We work with organizations to build customized workforce development solutions that are practical and action-oriented. Our mission, our passion and our driving purpose is to connect our clients with the right solutions to grow their business, upskill their team, and provide the right growth and development opportunities to attract, engage and retain top talent. People are a company’s most precious asset. Investing in them is critical for a company to remain competitive in today’s fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Our greatest joy is to help our clients succeed. And we’ll do what it takes to make that happen.