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How certification benefits you
- Certification by the NNASC comes with a host of benefits for Native-owned businesses. For one, it supports their self-determination and self-governance while also helping them access capital through increased eligibility for grants, loans, and other financing options. It enables easier access to procurement opportunities via federal and private contracts, which can lead to more significant revenue streams for these businesses.
- In addition, the NNASC symbol provides assurance to buyers and the wider public that certified businesses are transparent, compliant with legal requirements, and committed to community engagement. This reputation is highly valued in the business world and can help build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and suppliers.
- The NNASC enjoys broad support from Tribal leaders, Governments, and Economic Development Councils (EDCs). NNASC certification is not only a mark of distinction for Native-owned businesses, but it is also an indicator of their valuable contribution to Tribal economies.
- NNASC certification go far beyond marketing and building relationships. For Native-owned businesses, it can be the key to unlocking opportunities that were previously out-of-reach. This certification puts them on an equal footing with other competitors in the marketplace and enhances their reputation, which can lead to significant growth.
- All in all, the benefits of NNASC accreditation for Native-owned businesses are numerous, including self-determination, easier access to capital, procurement opportunities, reputation building, and most importantly, visibility.
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Three Certification Categories
Overview of processes to ensure a consistent, verifiable path to identify Native-owned business
Individual Native-owned
- Tribal ID Card or BIA Certificate of DIB
- If less than 2 years old:
- Proof of Banking
- Proof of Insurance
- If greater than 2 years old:
- 2 Years of Financial History
Tribally-Owned EDC or Company
- Organizational Chart
- Management Agreement -if applicable
- Bylaws
- Delegation of Authority
- Agents of Management
- Tribal Council Resolution
- If greater than 2 years old:
- 2 Years of Financial History
Tribal EDC Affiliate or Subsidiary
- Organizational Chart
- Management Agreement-if applicable
- Bylaws
- Delegation of Authority
- Agents of Management
- Tribal Council or EDC Resolution
- If greater than 2 years old:
- 2 Years of Financial History
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