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DBE Certification – Business Benefits

Jan 22, 2026 | STAR Knowledge Drop

Did you know that NMDOT must meet a DBE utilization goal set by the FHWA? Every year, The FHWA and NMDOT leadership review prior performance and expectations for the future in terms of the percent of NMDOT federally funded work completed by DBEs. The objective is to...

How to Achieve DBE Certification

Jan 21, 2026 | STAR Knowledge Drop

Should You Apply? You may be eligible to participate in the DBE program if: Your firm is a for-profit business (corporation or LLC) owned by a disadvantaged individual who is a U.S. citizen (or legal resident) and a member of a socially and economically disadvantaged...

Finding Available Government Opportunities from MBDA Director

Jan 19, 2026 | STAR

Meet Gabriela Marques, Minority Business Development Agency Business Center Director in New Mexico. Gabriela gives her expert insight on finding available government opportunities: Question: How do I learn more about available government opportunities for my business?...

SCORE Mentor Insights on Biggest Challenges Going into 2023

Jan 18, 2026 | STAR

Meet Dominic (Nick) Mandel, a mentor with SCORE, Santa Fe Chapter. Here’s his expert insight on issues facing the industry next year: Question: What are the biggest challenges facing small businesses in the construction and design industries going into 2023? Answer:...

2025 NMDOT STAR DBE and Small Business Conference

Mar 27, 2025 | STAR

Registration is Open! Register here https://nmdotstar.com/events/ Find new beginnings at the 2025 NMDOT STAR DBE & Small Business Conference April 30 at the Marriott Pyramid North Albuquerque. This year’s conference features: Dynamic Speakers Business &...