County Newsflash
JAN 29 2008
Workshop attracts dozens interested in Wayne County vendor services
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Detroit - Wayne County's Human Relations Division today hosted
its third certification and business workshop, an annual event that attracted more
than a hundred merchants, workers and entrepreneurial hopefuls to learn more about
vendor bidding and doing business with Wayne County.
Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano provided welcoming remarks, noting that Wayne
County has a long history of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that has made
this region recognized around the world. Talking to large groups about the county's
services' bidding, teaching the steps to vendor certification and showcasing other
county standards will further build the business base, he said.
Wayne County annually bids many hundreds of millions in supplies, services and goods.
But vendors must undergo certain certification steps in order to qualify. Other
qualifications may further assist potential vendors seeking to do business with
Michigan's most populated and oldest county.
The division today also announced a new website that will help in educating in doing
business as a county vendor. Forms and applications, helpful links, team members
and other useful information are also provided. A calendar of events is also available
online. There are no fees and the workshops are open to anyone.
Department Organizations...
Victoria I. Edwards
Director
Marion Casey
Department Manager/DBE Program
Janet Newell
Small Business Enterprise / FEP Dept. Manager
Belinda Williams
Certification / Administrative Supervisor
Roxanne McDuffie
Dept. Supervisor / County Based Enterprise
Audry Brewton
Certification Administrator
Michael Turner
Certification Analyst
Phone : (313) 224-5021
Fax : (313) 224-6932
