DBE Small Business Conference Information and Registration Form

Event Info:
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Gallier Hall, 545 St. Charles Avenue
8 am – 5 pm

On Thursday, November 19, 2009, the City of New Orleans will host a Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) and Small Business Conference to offer DBE participants and other businesses the opportunity to actively participate in the recovery of New Orleans.

For questions, contact Pam Dorsey at 504-658-8450 or DBE2009@cityofno.com

The conference will be sponsored by WBOK 1230 a.m., Black Chamber of Commerce, The Urban League of Greater New Orleans and NewCorp, Inc.

The conference goals are to:

Increase certification opportunities for current and potential DBE owners
Educate business owners about the benefits of partnering with certified DBE’s
Increase recovery business opportunities for small business owners
Provide practical guidance and on-going opportunities for DBE and small business such as bonding, insurance, technical assistance
Strengthen the skills, knowledge and capabilities of the local workforce to increase their potential for secure employment

Learn more about DBEs:
The following city ordinances relate to DBE rules and regulations.

Panel discussion/break out sessions sponsored by Job 1
Looking for Skilled Workers?
This panel of experts, will assist companies in building a strong, qualified workforce by helping them to identify work force system resources and access training in the construction industry.

Ready to Work?
Representative from Job1 and the Louisiana Technical College will assist job seekers in accessing quality job training opportunities.

Green Building Panel discussion sponsored by Green Nola
How to Build Green?

Green building industry experts share with workers and employers information on the Louisiana Green Jobs Initiatives, and how gain access to the green building projects.

The Future of building “Green”
Panel will include information about the future of the green building industry and new trends in the marketplace.

Business Panel Topics
Becoming a DBE.
Learn the steps needed to become a certified DBE in the City of New Orleans

Grow your Bu$ine$$!
A hands-on session designed to assist small business owners in growing their business, being competitive and increasing their bottom-line. Topics will how to secure bonding, the importance of joint venturing and other relevant topics.

LBTC Business Loan Application
Citizens United for Economic Equity (CUEE) Loan Application
SFS Loan Application Package

Construction In Progress!
Agencies such as Sewerage &Water Board, Regional Transit Authority, City of New Orleans, and the Louis Armstrong Airport will provide information on recovery project opportunities that will be available in the market.