ALBANY, N.Y. — Those interested can register for the 12th annual Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Forum that is set for Oct. 6-7 at the Albany Capital Center.
The theme for this year’s forum is “Building an Equitable Future,” the office of Gov. Kathy Hochul announced.
The state’s annual MWBE forum features a hybrid format with virtual sessions and in-person opportunities with attendees representing small businesses, prime contractors, lenders, elected officials, and members of the governor’s cabinet to discuss state-contracting opportunities.
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Programs will include panels, working sessions, and both live and virtual meetups for networking opportunities. The list of programs will address topics that range from accessing capital to emerging opportunities for MWBEs in the growing cannabis industry.
Those interested can register at this link.


