Volume
35
Issue
6
Abstract
The study analyzed why minority contractors were not bidding on federally-funded jobs. The objectives were to find out why, what were their needs and to design an educational program. Data included a survey completed by 22 minority contractors. Literature was reviewed and local resource persons were interviewed. Conclusions were that minority contractors faced racial discrimination, lacked successful role models and a networking system, had little training in business skills, and lacked knowledge concerning banking. They lacked capital, equipment, workers, insurance and bonding. Recommendations were for professionals to receive diversity training and host a reception to meet minority contractors. Contractors should attend educational workshops to enhance their business and management skills. Formation of a coalition for minority contractors was also recommended.
Recommended Citation
Pride, M. L., Stoffel, B., & Van Es, J. (1997). Designing Educational Programs for Minority Entrepreneurs. The Journal of Extension, 35(6), Article 5. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol35/iss6/5
