GWBC® maintains a stringent screening process under the guidelines of WBENC's Standards & Procedures, which ensures that all companies are legitimately owned, managed, and controlled by women.  All applicants are encouraged to read WBENC's Standards & Procedures.  To apply for certification, follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Gather the required documentation
Click here for certification criteria, application instructions, and a list of all documentation required for certification.  If an item doesn’t apply to your company, include a statement to that effect on your companies letterhead with your application.  This statement should be signed and dated by the majority female owner.

Step 2: Complete the WBENC Online Application and Sworn Affidavit
Go to www.wbenclink.org, register as a new user, and begin the online application.  When you complete the last page of the application, print the summary view, the Sworn Affidavit, the WBENCLink 3.7 User Agreement, and be sure to review them for accuracy.  The majority female owner must sign the Sworn Affidavit and have it notarized.

Step 3: Submit your documents and fee to GWBC®
Once you have submitted your completed online application, you will receive electronic notification from WBENC with instructions on where to mail supporting documentation and the non-refundable processing fee.  The processing fee is based on the applicants reported gross revenues from your income tax and/ or end of the year financial statements.  All applicable fees will be based upon the reported year and may vary depending upon an increase or decrease in your company's revenues.  To assist you with the analysis of the fee your company will be paying, please see the following fee chart:

Annual Gross Revenue                        Non-Refundable Processing Fee  

0 - $999K                                                 $350  

$1M - $4.9M                                             $500

$5M - $9.9M                                             $750  

$10M and up                                           $1000

*Revenues based on reported tax returns and/or financial statements

The certification process takes approximately 60 to 90 days from the date the file is complete, which includes all documents as well as the processing fee.  A site visit will be scheduled within 15 business days of the certification committee review.  You will receive an email notification if WBENC certification is granted.  This notification will include instructions on downloading your certificate.

The certification is valid for a period of one year.  To ensure the continuity of your certified status, you must submit a recertification application and affidavit.  An on-site visit is conducted at least every three (3) years.

CLICK HERE for Instructions and Application.
   
CLICK HERE for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

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