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May 13, 2026 Certify & Thrive Q&A

BEP Outreach Event
Join CEI for a virtual session where vendors can ask questions about our 2026 Certify & Thrive campaign. CEI is launching an awareness initiative that leverages our vendor and stakeholder networks to promote guidance on the Supplier Diversity Management Portal (SDMP), changes to the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veterans Business Program (VBP) certification registration process, and to boost certification. In fiscal year 2024, more than $1 billion was spent with BEP firms, and we are committed to expanding that impact. Our certification team will answer your questions about certification, recognition, or renewal in a one-on-one virtual session. Sessions are available in English and Spanish.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM CDT