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Supplier Inclusion
Accelerating growth for disabled entrepreneurs.
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Driving Impact
DOBE®s by the Numbers
Certified Disability Owned Business Enterprises (DOBE®s) drive measurable economic value worldwide.
1,000+
Certified DOBE®s
50+
Countries
$4.7B
Total Economic Impact
For Corporations
Gain a competitive edge by tapping into a network of innovative vendors and develop disabled entrepreneurs in your existing supply chain.
Matchmaking
Identify potential vendors through curated matchmaking sessions, pitch events, and networking opportunities. Exclusively for Disability:IN Partners.
Accessible Procurement
Lower risk and create better experiences for employees, vendors, and customers alike.
Leadership
Collaborate with global peers through committees for procurement professionals.
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Turn your idea into impact. Pitch to global business leaders and
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Supplier Inclusion
For Entrepreneurs
Position your business for growth by becoming a Certified Disability Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE®).
Gain access to a network of peers, development resources, and opportunities to compete for contracts with leading companies worldwide.
To qualify for certification, businesses must:
- Be at least 51% Owned, Operated, Managed, and Controlled by person(s) with disabilities
- Be headquartered in the country in which they are applying for certification
- Be For-Profit
Already Certified?
NaVOBA Certified Firms
NaVOBA-certified firms can opt in to the Disability:IN Supplier Inclusion Program as an SDV-DOBE. Renewals are handled through NaVOBA, which sends updated details directly to Disability:IN.
WBENC and NGLCC Certified Applicants
Apply for DOBE certification via the Disability:IN Certification Hub. Determinations typically take 30 days and require a current certification.
SBA Vet Certified Applicants
Apply for SDV-DOBE certification through the Disability:IN Certification Hub. Required documents include your DD214, Disability Ratings Letter, SBA VET Certified Letter, and standard business documentation.
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Get Certified
If you're a business owner with a disability, fill out the form below to start the process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE®) is a for-profit business that is at least 51% owned, operated, managed, and controlled by a person with a disability. Disability:IN certifies DOBEs, V-DOBEs®, and SDV-DOBEs® to help businesses gain recognition and access opportunities within the global business community.
Certification helps validate your business as disability-owned and connects you to networking, business development, educational resources, and opportunities to engage with corporations seeking to strengthen their supplier pipeline.
Disability:IN helps companies discover and engage with disability-owned suppliers through matchmaking opportunities, events, mentorship, and networking experiences designed to foster meaningful business relationships.
While most opportunities to engage with certified DOBEs are available through corporate partnership, organizations interested in expanding their supplier networks are encouraged to connect with our team to learn about available engagement options.
Start Your Journey
Take Your Business to the Next Level
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to grow your company or a corporation seeking to strengthen your supply chain, Disability:IN offers solutions that drive results.