Course
November 21, 2026 | 1:00-2:00 PM ET | Zoom (Register Here)
Hosted by the Engineering Workforce Consortium
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s new interim final rule has changed how firms qualify for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification — removing race, sex, and national origin as automatic qualifiers.
Join us for a timely discussion on what this means for your organization and the broader engineering and public works workforce. Experts will break down the new requirements, explain what firms must do to remain compliant, and share insights on navigating the evolving DBE landscape.
Speakers include:
- Danielle Dietrich, Partner, Potomac Law Group, specialty and expertise in assisting business with DBE certification and related matters with US DOT.
- Jennifer Todd, Founder &Executive Director, A Greener Tomorrow. Leader in driving workforce Innovation & Economic Development
You’ll learn:
- How the new rule reshapes DBE eligibility
- What documentation and narratives are now required
- How these changes may impact federal contracting opportunities
- Strategies to adapt and stay ahead of compliance challenges