evidence of the appropriateness of the nomination (supporting documentation must not exceed 10 pages). Videos will not be considered. 4) A statement by the WBC Director that the Center is in compliance with the Notice of Award. 5) x or x photo of the nominated Center Director or a digital photo at An original 8” 10” 5” 7” WBC’s – least 300 dpi; photocopies are not acceptable. What are the evaluation/selection criteria for this award? In evaluating the nomination packages, the judges will look at the following criteria: 1) The nomination should demonstrate how the WBCs is being Smart, Bold Smart, Bold and Accessible: and Accessible in delivering services to clients. This should be included in the business profile, but should also be addressed in the nomination letter. 2) Innovates: Creates and develops innovative events and/or programs, publications, research materials and online applications to enhance small business awareness and solutions. 3) Champions: Advocates for and the overall small business community. women’s entrepreneurship 4) Develops: Partners with a variety of local, state and other entities (including SBDCs and SCORE) to grow the program through unique collaborations that not only bring in monetary matching funds but also help market the WBC. Recognized by the local SBA branch office as a champion for SBA products and services including effective amplification of the SBA mission and priorities and strong education efforts about the SBA and its programs to small businesses. 5) Collaborates: Recognized by the local SBA branch office as a champion for SBA products and services including effective amplification of the SBA mission and priorities and strong education efforts about the SBA and its programs to small businesses. Good Standing: Center must be in good standing with the SBA. This includes but is not limited to having no outstanding examination or review findings. What are the selection procedures for this award? The National Business Center for Excellence Award of the Year recipient will be selected by the Women’s SBA Administrator based on, but not restricted to, the recommendations of a panel of judges that may be comprised of both SBA employees and non-federal employees. The winner will be announced during National Small Business Week. Non-federal employees serving as judges must sign a conflict of interest/non-disclosure certification.
evidence of the appropriateness of the nomination (supporting documentation must not exceed 10 pages). Videos will not be considered. 4) A statement by the WBC Director that the Center is in compliance with the Notice of Award. 5) An original 8” x 10” or 5” x 7” photo of the nominated WBC’s Center Director or a digital photo – at least 300 dpi; photocopies are not acceptable. What are the evaluation/selection criteria for this award? In evaluating the nomination packages, the judges will look at the following criteria: 1) Smart, Bold and Accessible: The nomination should demonstrate how the WBCs is being Smart, Bold and Accessible in delivering services to clients. This should be included in the business profile, but should also be addressed in the nomination letter. 2) Innovates: Creates and develops innovative events and/or programs, publications, research materials and online applications to enhance small business awareness and solutions. 3) Champions: Advocates for women’s entrepreneurship and the overall small business community. 4) Develops: Partners with a variety of local, state and other entities (including SBDCs and SCORE) to grow the program through unique collaborations that not only bring in monetary matching funds but also help market the WBC. Recognized by the local SBA branch office as a champion for SBA products and services including effective amplification of the SBA mission and priorities and strong education efforts about the SBA and its programs to small businesses. 5) Collaborates: Recognized by the local SBA branch office as a champion for SBA products and services including effective amplification of the SBA mission and priorities and strong education efforts about the SBA and its programs to small businesses. Good Standing: Center must be in good standing with the SBA. This includes but is not limited to having no outstanding examination or review findings. What are the selection procedures for this award? The National Women’s Business Center for Excellence Award of the Year recipient will be selected by the SBA Administrator based on, but not restricted to, the recommendations of a panel of judges that may be comprised of both SBA employees and non-federal employees. The winner will be announced during National Small Business Week. Non-federal employees serving as judges must sign a conflict of interest/non-disclosure certification.
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