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Federal updates. Field intelligence.

Our editorial desk tracks the federal, state, and economic development news that affects Black-owned businesses.

Federal Contracts
Jan 28, 2025

New SBA goals raise small-disadvantaged business targets to 15%

What the latest federal scorecard means for African American firms in 2025 and beyond.

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Economic Development
Jan 14, 2025

How regional procurement offices are opening doors for nonprofits

A look at how state-level supplier diversity programs are evolving to include 501(c)(3) organizations.

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Minority Business
Dec 19, 2024

The capability statement is your handshake — make it count

Five mistakes we see most often in contractor capability statements, and how to fix them this week.

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SBA News
Dec 02, 2024

8(a) program updates entrepreneurs should not miss

Recent SBA changes affect eligibility windows, sole-source thresholds, and mentor-protégé pathways.

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