Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce

Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Certification

Recognized. Verified. Connected.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Patron Member of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce.

As a Patron Member, your business is eligible to apply for the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce Minority Business Certification.

Patron Members of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce are eligible to apply for our Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Certification.

Our certification is not limited to Jewish-owned businesses. Qualified businesses owned by individuals from all minority communities are encouraged to apply.

HISTORIC MOU SIGNED

With the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) by Deputy Secretary Don Graves and MBDA Leadership.

Historic U.S. Department of Commerce & MBDA Collaboration

The Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce (OJC) proudly signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) to empower qualified Jewish businesses as recognized minority-owned enterprises.

Through our historic MOU, the U.S. Department of Commerce and MBDA committed to work with the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce to:

Work with public- and private-sector organizations to strengthen supplier diversity, expand procurement opportunities, develop strategic partnerships, increase market access, and help businesses grow and scale.
Expand access to capital, contracts, global markets, and business resources.
Leverage our combined networks, relationships, and resources to create new business opportunities.
Help expand opportunities for Jewish businesses, professionals, and the business world at large.

Every Certification Includes

Comprehensive application review
Thorough vetting and due diligence process
Official Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Certification
Enhanced credibility through a respected certification program

Why Become Certified?

Our MBE Certification is designed to help qualified businesses:

Increase credibility with Corporate America
Strengthen supplier diversity credentials
Expand relationships with Fortune 500 companies and major corporations
Connect with corporate supplier diversity and procurement professionals

Focused on Corporate America

Industry estimates indicate that approximately 70% of supplier diversity opportunities originate within Corporate America, making corporate supplier diversity and procurement programs among the most valuable pathways for business growth.

While our certification may also provide opportunities within the public and government sectors, our primary mission is to help certified businesses build lasting relationships with Corporate America’s supplier diversity and procurement community.

Every application undergoes a comprehensive vetting and due diligence process before certification is issued, ensuring the integrity, credibility, and value of every certification awarded.

We welcome qualified businesses from all minority communities to apply and become part of a growing network dedicated to business excellence, economic opportunity, and meaningful partnerships.

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The Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce is a vital part of Jewish business-related interests, and this MOU will help expand access for Jewish businesses and professionals, and the business world at large.

- Eric Morrissette

Performing the Delegated Duties of the Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development

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The Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce is a driving force for the nation's economy. The Department of Commerce and MBDA are committed to matching their drive with the resources and opportunities they need and deserve.

- Don Graves

Deputy Secretary U.S. Department of Commerce

Strategic Collaboration with the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)

National Minority Supplier
Development Council

The Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce also entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), one of the nation’s leading organizations dedicated to advancing supplier diversity throughout Corporate America. Together, our organizations committed to:

Advance opportunities for minority-owned businesses and diverse suppliers.
Increase access to Corporate America’s supplier diversity and procurement community.
Identify and promote business, procurement, networking, and supplier engagement opportunities.
Facilitate introductions among corporate members, suppliers, entrepreneurs, public agencies, and strategic partners.
Promote supplier diversity, entrepreneurship, business growth, and inclusive economic development nationwide.

Why Our Certification Stands Apart

70%

FROM CORPORATE AMERICA

30%

FROM GOVERNMENT

Following our historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce was advised by Department of Commerce and MBDA leadership to establish and administer its own Minority Business Certification program to help expand opportunities for qualified minority-owned businesses. Built upon that guidance, we developed a rigorous certification and vetting process that is reinforced by two significant national collaborations. Approximately 70% of supplier diversity opportunities are found within Corporate America, while approximately 30% are associated with government procurement programs.

The OJC Minority Business Certification is designed to help qualified businesses build credibility and position themselves for major corporate contracts and supplier diversity programs.

Government certification requirements vary by state, municipality and federal agency. Applicants should always review eligibility requirements of the specific contracting authority.

BECOME AN OJC MEMBER

Businesses must be paid members of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce.

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SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Submit your application with required documents and information.

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BUSINESS REVIEW

Our team reviews and verifies all submitted information.

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INDEPENDENT VETTING

Thorough vetting process to ensure eligibility and compliance.

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COMMITTEE APPROVAL

Qualified businesses receive final approval from our Certification Committee.

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RECEIVE YOUR CERTIFICATION

You will receive your official OJC Minority Business Certification.

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Certified Member Benefits

What You Will Receive

Upon approval through our comprehensive vetting and eligibility review process, you will receive:

Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce Minority Business Certification.
Verification through our searchable online certification database, allowing corporations, supplier diversity departments, procurement professionals, government agencies, prime contractors, and strategic partners to instantly authenticate your certification.
The official U.S. Department of Commerce / MBDA announcement highlighting our historic collaboration and shared commitment to expanding access to capital, contracts, global markets, and business resources.
A summary of our Memorandum of Understanding with the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)highlighting our shared commitment to supplier diversity, procurement opportunities, supplier engagement, strategic partnerships, and strengthening relationships throughout Corporate America.

Together, these documents help demonstrate that the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce is actively collaborating with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s MBDA and the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) to strengthen supplier diversity, expand procurement opportunities, and build meaningful relationships throughout Corporate America.

If you are interested in becoming a Patron Member and applying for Minority Business Certification, we would be pleased to discuss the application process and answer any questions you may have.

We look forward to helping your business expand opportunities, strengthen relationships with Corporate America’s supplier diversity community, and grow through meaningful strategic connections.