?? Attention veteran business owners! Unlock the benefits of certification with the State of Illinois! By becoming VBP-certified, you gain access to various benefits. Your business will be featured in CEI’s public online directory, ensuring visibility among State procurement professionals and potential prime vendors. Once certified, you gain access to bid on specialized contract opportunities. Various municipalities and organizations recognize VBP certification. Best of all, certification is FREE! The full VBP Certification is valid for five years with an annual No Change Affidavit (annual recertification) process. VBP certification typically takes up to 60 days to determine certification status after receiving a complete application. A completed application includes the submission of all required documentation from the vendor. We're here to help! Visit CEI's website to learn more ?? https://lnkd.in/grz6UwGz
Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion
政府管理
Chicago，Illinois 754 位关注者
Assisting minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and service disabled veterans.
关于我们
The Commission on Equity and Inclusion is dedicated to promoting diversity in the State hiring process and encouraging the continuing economic development of minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned and people with disabilities-owned and operated businesses to participate in the State procurement process through the administration of the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females and Persons with Disabilities Act (BEP Program) and the Veterans Business Program (VSB Program). Both the BEP and VSB Programs are designed to remedy ongoing discrimination and the continuing effects of past discrimination in State procurement. Our mission is to increase participation in the State procurement process by assisting minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities with contracting opportunities with the State through the certification, compliance, and outreach programs under the BEP and VSB Programs. The Commission is also committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity in all areas of the State employment process, including but not limited to the recruitment, hiring, promotion, discipline, discharge, and the awarding of benefits for all qualified individuals. To fulfill our mission, we strive to provide professional, competent, and considerate service to everyone who seeks information from us. The Commission is dedicated to providing a safe and happy working environment. Employees are encouraged to voice any concerns about their work environment to their supervisors.
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https://cei.illinois.gov/
Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 政府管理
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- 11-50 人
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- Chicago，Illinois
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- 政府机构
- 创立
- 2022
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115 S LaSalle St
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US，Illinois，Chicago，60603
Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion员工
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Kellye Keyes Jackson, Esq. ,CPPB?
Governor-appointed Former Inaugural Chair/Executive Director Illinois Commission on Equity & Inclusion | Advancing DEI procurement throughout…
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Van Austin
Appointed Commissioner - Procurement Enthusiast
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Natalie L. Howse
Assistant General Counsel - IL Commission on Equity & Inclusion.
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Paula Hernandez
Certification Analyst
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Are you interested in becoming a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) or Veteran Business Program (VBP) certified vendor with the State of Illinois? Are you in need of one-on-one BEP/VBP certification assistance? Then our FREE virtual office hours can help! CEI's certification team is available monthly to address your questions directly in English or Spanish. Learn More at https://lnkd.in/gvYeB_Hr #EquityandInclusion #CEI #BEP #VBP #StateProcurementOpportunities
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CEI is proud to support and participate in Governors State University's Black History Month Education Symposium on Feb. 20th. You still have time to register! Learn more at the link below. #BEP #StateProcurement #Equity #Inclusion https://lnkd.in/gm2vBZy8.
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?? We invite you to examine and enjoy CEI's FY25 Quarter 2 Newsletter! Click the link below to access the newsletter and see what we've been working on! ?? https://lnkd.in/gxVbDAah
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Are you interested in becoming a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) or Veteran Business Program (VBP) certified vendor with the State of Illinois? Are you in need of one-on-one BEP/VBP certification assistance? Then our FREE virtual office hours can help! CEI's certification team is available monthly to address your questions directly in English or Spanish. Learn More at https://lnkd.in/gvYeB_Hr #EquityandInclusion #CEI #BEP #VBP #StateProcurementOpportunities
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We're proud to have been a part of such an impactful event and to provide veteran business owners with resources and access for economic growth. Great work everyone! #VBP #CEI #Certification
Senior Coordinator, Infrastructure Maintenance at Chicago Transit Authority / Founder, President at Veterans Chamber of Commerce, NFP
What an incredible evening at the Legislative Update & Networking for Veteran Business Owners event! Held at the historic Union League Club of Chicago, this gathering brought together over 125 Veteran entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and policymakers to discuss critical legislative updates and strengthen networks that drive economic opportunities for the Veteran business community. The event featured a dynamic panel discussion with experts sharing insights on policies impacting Veteran-Owned Businesses, procurement opportunities, and strategies for business growth. Attendees had the chance to connect with key decision-makers and exhibitors, including: ? Wintrust Financial Corporation ? Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) ? IVMF BunkerLabs ? Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion (CEI) ? Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) Diversity Programs ? VBOC@WWBIC ? Illinois APEX Accelerator ? U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) ? Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA) ? Edward Farmer ? Illinois Department of Central Management Services ? @Veterans Business Project ? Veterans Chamber of Commerce NFP A Special Thank You ?? To Our Host: Robert Kreisman, for kicking off the evening with impactful opening remarks. ?? To Our Moderator: Mike Saltijeral, for expertly guiding the discussion on key legislative initiatives supporting Veteran-Owned Businesses. ?? To Our Panelists: ? State Senator Mike Porfirio ? State Representative Stephanie Kifowit ? July Franco , President/CEO of Franco Hauling ? Staci Boyer, Best-Selling Author & Entrepreneur Your insights and expertise provided invaluable perspectives on legislative initiatives, procurement opportunities, and ways to support Veteran-Owned Businesses. ?? To Our Sponsors – Wintrust Financial Corporation, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD), and IVMF BunkerLabs – for your generous support in making this event possible. Your commitment to empowering Veteran entrepreneurs is invaluable! We are proud to continue advocating for policies that create meaningful opportunities for Veterans in business. Let’s keep the momentum going as we prepare for Veterans Advocacy Day in Springfield on March 5, 2025! To stay updated on future events and advocacy efforts, follow the Veterans Chamber of Commerce and connect with our community of Veteran entrepreneurs and allies. https://lnkd.in/gZMiYmWv Michael A. Salim, Saul Marchan, Sarita Connelly, Carlos Cardenas, CAE Ryan Patrick Hunt David Rambhajan Charles Frangos, PE Dan Futrell JuanPablo Prieto Richard L. Martinez, Jr. Raul Diaz Lindsay Kough Ennedy Rivera Keith M. Ian Quan Ellen Holzman Daley Charles “Lynn” Lowder Dave L. #VeteransChamber #VeteranBusiness #Networking #LegislativeUpdate #VeteranEntrepreneurs #VeteransInBusiness #Advocacy #BusinessGrowth #SupportVeteranBusinesses #VeteranOwned #Legislation #SmallBusiness #MilitaryVeterans #Entrepreneurship #BusinessNetworking
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Another BEP certification success story! Congratulations CMatt Workplace Solutions! Wishing your booming small business the very best! ??
CMatt is now officially certified under the Illinois Business Enterprise Program (BEP) as a Women/Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE)! ?? This certification not only enhances our firm's credibility and visibility in a more diversified marketplace, but it also reaffirms our mission to support organizations through high-quality consulting services rooted in our pillars for Organizational Excellence: ?? Culture Building: Creating environments of trust and alignment. ?? Optimizing Operations: Streamlining processes for efficiency and success. ?? Professional Development: Empowering leaders and teams to grow. ?? Enhancing Employee Experiences: Driving satisfaction, engagement, and retention. Through these pillars, we deliver impactful solutions tailored to the unique needs of our partners: ? Executive Coaching and Career Development: Customized coaching programs, actionable career maps, and professional growth plans. ? Operational Assessment and Optimization: Streamlined workflows and scalable solutions for operational success. ? Employee Engagement Surveys: Uncovering critical insights to foster thriving workplace cultures. ? Strategic Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitating mission-aligned partnerships and managing impactful projects. ? Policy and Compliance Support: Developing policies that align with success and regulatory standards. ? Data and Process Analysis: Leveraging data for strategic decisions and grant management. This milestone marks off a strategic business goal for CMatt Consulting—one focused on delivering measurable results and fostering innovative solutions across every partnership. ?? Let’s connect: [email protected] ?? Learn more: www.cmattconsulting.com Thank you to the Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion (CEI), for continuing to support small businesses like mine. #BEPCertified #WomenOwnedBusiness #MinorityOwnedBusiness #CMattConsulting #COPEFramework #OrganizationalExcellence #Culture #Operations #ProfessionalDevelopment #EmployeeExperience #SupplierDiversity
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Are you interested in becoming a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) or Veteran Business Program (VBP) certified vendor with the State of Illinois? Are you in need of one-on-one BEP/VBP certification assistance? Then our FREE virtual office hours can help! CEI's certification team is available monthly to address your questions directly in English or Spanish. Learn More at https://lnkd.in/gvYeB_Hr #EquityandInclusion #CEI #BEP #VBP #StateProcurementOpportunities
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??We are thrilled to announce the release of our Fiscal Year 2025 Strategic Plan and Impact Report! ?? This document serves as a roadmap of achieving CEI’s mission to maximize supplier diversity, equity, and inclusion. It outlines CEI’s key objectives, initiatives, and priorities to ensure fair access to contracting opportunities while promoting inclusive and equitable procurement processes. In addition, it highlights the full scope of CEI’s responsibilities, illustrating that we offer much more than just the Business Enterprise Program and Veterans Business Program.?You may access the Fiscal Year 2025 Strategic Plan and Impact Report on CEI's website or by following the link below. https://lnkd.in/gg5kfyeW