ABOUT THIS VIDEO

Enrique Gonzalez discusses how the County of Los Angeles supports small businesses through certifications and the Apex Accelerator Program, helping them become contract-ready.

Key Points:

• Equity and Support:

  • Promotes equity for small businesses.
  • Certifications available since 2015.

• Certifications:

  • Local Small Business Enterprise (LSBE)
  • Social Enterprise (SE)
  • Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE)
  • Community Business Enterprise (CBE)

• Apex Accelerator Program:

  • Funded by the Department of Defense.
  • Free services to help businesses get contract-ready.
  • Assists in finding suitable contracts.

• Benefits:

  • Priority in contract opportunities.
  • Buyer assistance in finding the right contracts.