$5 Billion over 5 years
BMO EMpower is a $5 billion commitment over five years to address key barriers faced by minority businesses, communities and families in the United States. Through lending, investing, giving and engagement in our local communities, BMO EMpower is tackling barriers to inclusion in the financial services industry to create more opportunity for recovery and success.
BMO EMpower is a $5 billion commitment over five years to address key barriers faced by minority businesses, communities and families in the United States. Through lending, investing, giving and engagement in our local communities, BMO EMpower is tackling barriers to inclusion in the financial services industry to create more opportunity for recovery and success.
BMO EMpower is a $5 billion commitment over five years to address key barriers faced by minority businesses, communities and families in the United States. Through lending, investing, giving and engagement in our local communities, BMO EMpower is tackling barriers to inclusion in the financial services industry to create more opportunity for recovery and success.
Resources
Helpful resources for our Chamber Members:
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The CARES Act and Paycheck Protection Program for Small Businesses
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
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COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide
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Great Lakes Intertribal Council Inc.
www.glitc.org
Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation
www.wwbic.com
DBE CERTIFICATION:
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
www.wisconsindot.gov
City of Milwaukee
www.city.milwaukee.gov
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WisDOT Inter-Tribal Task Force
http://wisdottribaltaskforce.org
CLICK HERE FOR TRIBALENTERPRISES CERTIFICATION WEBINARS
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The United States Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) Review of and Recommendations for the Buy Indian Act – July, 2015 Report
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Show Me The Money – Business Plan Tips article posted by Tribal Financial Advisors
CLICK HERE TO READ THE ARTICLE
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System for Award Management (SAM)
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Fed Biz Ops Home Page
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Small Business Administration (SBA)
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
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DOD Office of Small Business Programs - Indian Incentive Program
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Operation Boots to Business SBA’s Program for Veterans
The SBA announced the activation of Operation Boots to Business July 12, 2012. The program gives veterans access to valuable resources to help them accomplish their dreams of starting and operating small businesses.
CLICK HERE
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Trends in Federal Contracting for Small Businesses
A Research Summary for the American Express OPEN for Government Contracts: Victory in Procurement® (VIP) for Small Business Program
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Indian Incentive Program
The Indian Incentive Program (IIP) is a congressionally sponsored program that provides a 5% rebate back to the prime contractor on the total amount subcontracted to an Indian-Owned Economic Enterprise or Indian Organization, in accordance with DFARS Clause 252.226-7001.
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SBA Presents “The Small Business Primer – Strategies for Success”
Watch this informative online presentation to learn more about starting a new business or are in the early stages of an existing business.
READ MORE
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National Congress of the American Indian
The National Congress of American Indians, founded in 1944, is the oldest, largest and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization serving the broad interests of tribal governments and communities.
READ MORE
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AICTA
American Indian Construction & Trades Association (AICTA)
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The mission of the AICTA, is to give American Indian contractors a voice in Wisconsin’s construction industry. Our mission includes:
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Plan Room resources for plans and specs or new projects.
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Advocate for Indian-owned businesses to obtain government contract work, which means putting AICTA in a voting position for participation on statewide contracting efforts.
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Additional access to government construction projects.
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Increase certified Indian businesses with WisDOT/governmental agencies.
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Safety Program Assistance to DBE contracting firms.
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OVER 60% OF ALL AMERICAN INDIAN BUSINESSES IN WISCONSIN ARE INVOLVED IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY