MINORITY CONTRACTOR'S
TRAINING PROGRAM
The Minority Contractor’s Training Program is designed to help minority construction businesses start and grow their enterprises. Each participant will learn about the construction industry and how to effectively run a construction business and gain knowledge about procurement certifications and opportunities.
Grambling State University has partnered with the Small Business Administration (SBA), City of Ruston, Louisiana, Crossmark Financial Services, and the Zion Traveler Community Development Corporation. The first of its kind in Lincoln Parish, the initiative is part of the Real Change in Ruston Project that will build 20 new homes for first-time homebuyers on the east side of Ruston, Louisiana. The City of Ruston made a commitment to utilize minority contractors to assist in the construction of the houses. In addition, contractors enrolled in the program will be prepared to participate in the rehabilitation of adjudicated properties throughout the parish.
Class Schedule
All sessions held Tuesdays, 5 - 7 PM
April 20, 2021
Louisiana State Licensing Board of Contractors - Licensing Requirements and Eligibility
Speaker:
Brad Hassert, Louisiana State Licensing Board of Contractors
April 27, 2021
Louisiana Department of Insurance: Managing Risks, Insurance and Bonding
Small Business Administration - SBA Surety Bond Guaranty Program, SBA approved sureties
Speakers:
Patrick Bell, Louisiana Department of Insurance
Jo Ann Lawrence, SBA Surety Bond Guaranty Program
Surety Bond Agents: Jill Tucker, Insurance Underwriters, LTD
May 4, 2021
Financing Session: Accessing Capital, Resources for Financing and How Your Personal Credit Impacts Your Ability to Get Financing and Other Resources/Assistance
Credit Management: How Your Personal Credit Impacts You
Speakers:
Local Lenders
Marjorae Ball, SBA
May 11, 2021
Human Resources Management and Managing Payroll
Speaker:
LaKeisha Robichaux, Chief of Minds
May 18, 2021
Bid Preparation: Developing Cost and Pricing for Construction Firms
Speaker:
Frank Johnson
May 25, 2021
Project Management
Speaker:
Kristi Mirambelle, K-Belle Consultants