Host Angelina of the MWBE Times Podcast engaged in a compelling conversation with Michelle Howard, Director of the Small Business Program at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), and Lilia Rivera, the Small Business Analyst for WMATA, in our latest episode.

This episode takes you on a journey through our esteemed guests' personal and professional backgrounds and uncovers their unwavering passion for supporting small businesses. Meshelle, with over 30 years of experience in small business programs, retired from Maryland's transportation authority, and Lilly, who has dedicated 23 years to working with small businesses, currently serves as a Small Business Analyst for WMATA.

The episode explored the challenges of navigating MWBE certifications and the array of services their respective organizations provide to guide businesses through this process. Meshelle and Lilly stressed the significance of strategically selecting certifications to avoid confusion during renewal.

The conversation also delved into the exciting potential opportunities for small businesses presented by the new infrastructure bill, particularly in the transportation industry. Meshelle elaborated on this, shedding light on how the bill could expedite pending projects within larger agencies, opening up avenues for small businesses.

The release of this episode is set for later in the month, so stay tuned for a wealth of knowledge and insights. This episode is a treasure trove of insights and expertise on supporting small businesses, navigating certifications, and seizing opportunities in the ever-evolving corporate responsibility and infrastructure development landscape.

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