What elected officials are looking out for MBEs? We elected them but what are our elected officials doing to help grow and develop minority owned businesses? Do they and their staff do official business with certified MBEs? Do they understand…
Category: Publisher’s Note
I had to shut down the petition
I had to shut the petition down because COMBA got flack from city officials. Because of my advocacy they may lose very important funding; funding that directly benefits MBEs and microenterprises. The goal of the petition was to start a…
Are Black elected officials more worried about advancing their career or helping Black people?
Are Black elected officials more worried about advancing their career or helping Black people? They disrespect minority business on a daily. Ask them what have you done for me lately. Are they taking your vote for granted?
I love the 1st Admendment
I carry a pocket copy of the United States Constitution in my purse. Like my hero Barbara Jordan, I believe in this great document. “My faith in the Constitution is whole, it is complete, it is total. I am not going…
MBE Certification in Ohio
Certification in Ohio by Ronda Watson Barber Certification in Ohio is a hot mess. The Governor says he and his administration are committed to minority-owned businesses. As I stated in the last issue of OhioMBE, actions speak louder than words.…
Is Ohio still committed to Minority Owned Businesses?
There is something brewing at the Statehouse. Governor Kasich and the Director of the Development Services Agency have initiated an unannounced effort that re-structures the Minority Business Enterprise Division. The MBED funds the statewide Minority Business Assistance Centers. The Minority…
What elected officials are looking out for MBEs?
What elected officials are looking out for MBEs? We elected them but what are our elected officials doing to help grow and develop minority owned businesses? Do they and their staff do official state business with certified MBEs? Do they…
Is your business making history?
It’s Black History Month! So what are you doing to make history? The 912 Group is proud to announce that we have forwarded 2,022,206 emails. See me an email and let me know your business successes. I’ll return the favor and give…