WBENC Certification Process

1.

Review the WBENC Standards and Procedures prior to submission to ensure you have the legal documents needed to meet the WBENC criteria.

2.

Gather the required documents and provide a written explanation for any items not included or that do not apply and why.

3.

Complete the WBENCLink2.0 online application and upload all required documentation.

4.

Pay online by credit card, or mail the non-refundable processing fee, payable to GWBC®, to the address below.
*Revenues are based on the most recent year of reported tax returns and/or financial statements.

Mailing Address:
Greater Women’s Business Council
600 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 440
Atlanta, GA 30308

WOSB Certification Process

1.

Review organization’s Eligibility Requirements and Size Standards. All applicants must possess a DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System from Dun & Bradstreet) number, which can be requested here. Applicants must also be registered in SAM (System for Award Management).

2.

Gather the required documents.

3.

Complete the WBENCLink2.0 online application, upload all required documentation and select “Yes” when answering the first question, “Would you like to apply for WOSB certification?”

Recertification

Recertification is not automatic. The owner is sent courtesy reminders starting 120 days prior to the expiration date of the company’s certification, however, WBENC does not guarantee receipt of the reminder email and recommends you mark your calendar as a reminder to begin the process at least 90 days prior to your expiration date.

What to know:

  • Annual recertification is required to maintain the certificate.
  • Your annual expiration date will never change whether you apply late or early, so always apply early!
  • You can recertify up to 120 days before you expire.
  • Site visits are conducted generally every 3 years.
  • Businesses that let their certification lapse for 6 months or more must reapply as a new applicant.
  • The processing fee for recertification uses the same fee schedule as for certification. Please consult fee chart in the Basics section of the FAQs.

WBENC requests for documentation:

  • A renewed Sworn Affidavit
  • WBENCLink2.0 User Agreement
  • Updated financial information, including most recent year’s tax return, balance sheet, and profit loss statement
  • Board meeting minutes and W-2s (if applicable)
  • Any additional documents are only required if there have been changes such as ownership, lease, loan agreements, managers, etc.
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