News and Updates

The first certification event sponsored by OSU in conjunction with the Office of Minority, Women, and Emerging Small Business (OMWESB), Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), Oregon Business Development Department (OBDD), Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS), and Oregon Department of Revenue (DOR), was well received by the small but energetic group of business owners. The speakers all provided useful information and helpful tips to navigating the benefits of certification.

“Great class, great speakers. Can’t wait to bid some jobs for OSU set asides for WMESB.”

John Saris, who is the Business Services Manager at OBDD, reviewed financing resources for small businesses.

Adam Helvey, from DAS, spoke about the state database, ORPIN and the value of certifying your business.

Carrie is the expert on certification. She gave updates on DBE certification changes and a veterans certification.

John’s presentation gave everyone a new view on how involved ODOT is with small business development.

Meet Christine Atwood

Hi, my name is Christine Atwood, the Administrative and Diversity Manager with the Procurement, Contracts and Materials Management Department at OSU. I work with both the Procurement and the Capital Projects Administration units to support MWESB procurement efforts at OSU.

I’d love to hear your comments, questions, and feedback regarding MWESB and procurement at Oregon State University – Christine Atwood.

Dec. 4th Workshop Well-Received

Administrative & Diversity Manager

Meet Christine Atwood