2025 SMALL BUSINESS TOOLKIT 4 - Flipbook - Page 2
TABLE OF
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Table of Contents
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About
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Introduction
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Addressing the End of DBE Programs: Guidance for Small Businesses
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1. Communicate the Shift to Stakeholders
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2. Expand and Your Certifications
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3. Strengthen Direct Relationships with Primes and Agencies
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4. Leverage Corporate Initiatives
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5. Broaden Your Revenue Streams
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6. Advocate for Alternative Support Programs
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7. Strengthen Internal Practices
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8. Create a Long-Term Sustainability Plan
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9. Example Case Study: Adapting to the End of DBE Programs
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Tools Customized for Public Transportation Small Businesses
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Additional Tools for Public Transportation Small Businesses
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How to Use This Report
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