Format: Live webinar (on-demand recording available on October 15, 2026)
Date: October 8, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. EDT
Duration: Approx. 90 minutes
Presented by: Ashley Duwel (Duwel Dev, LLC)
Learning Credits: 1.5 CPEs, 1.5 ATCs

*Your free registration includes access to the on-demand recording. Register here and use this code: LAAPEX26

You’ll get a clear, practical overview of the certification process and learn how to navigate your application with greater confidence while avoiding common mistakes that can lead to lengthy processing times or denial.

We’ll walk through the major SBA federal contracting certification programs, including HUBZone certification, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB and Economically Disadvantaged WOSB) certification, Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB/SDVOSB) certification, and the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development certification.

Topics covered include all major steps in the certification process, such as:

• Choosing which program(s) to apply for and understanding timing considerations
• Registering and maintaining your business in SAM.gov
• Creating an account in MySBA Certifications
• Identifying, gathering, and organizing the required certification documentation
• Preparing required documentation, self-certifications, and letters of explanation
• Navigating the MySBA Certifications portal and submitting your application
• Monitoring communications and responding to SBA information requests
• Understanding certification maintenance requirements, including recertification cycles, MySBA account management, and reporting material changes
• Receiving and understanding the approval or denial of your application

Target Audience: Small business government contractors and APEX Accelerator counselors.