Family Owned Business Certification

Family Owned Business Certification1 awarded by Rhode Island SBA™ is celebrated as large corporations and other agencies seek verification of small business ownership.

Rhode Island SBA™ enables business owners to give purchasing managers, contractors, lenders, customers, and others business partners evidence their company is registered with Family Owned Business Certification1.

Requirements
  • Company Must be Owned by at least 2 Family Members.
  • Company must be registered in the State of Rhode Island.

Who's Eligible
  • United States of America Citizens.
  • Non-U.S. Citizens Operating a Registered Business within the state of Rhode Island.

Reasons for Certification
  • Establish Company Image & Reputation
  • Solicit Community & Peer Recognition
  • Exhibit Company Pride & Honor
  • Publicize Company Ownership Structure
  • Distinguish Oneself from Competitors
  • Promote Family Business in Your Community

Certification Package Includes
  • Rhode Island SBA™ Certification Number
  • Signed Letters of Certification
  • Certification Certificates
  • Certification Seals & Decals
  • 24-Hour Online Verification
  • 24-Hour Cellular Phone Verification

Rhode Island SBA™ Family Owned Business Certification1 does not require audited financial statements; no classroom or course attendance; no minimum years in operation; and no "on-site examination" of your company's office is required. Family Owned Business Certification1 is extremely beneficial for new companies and home-based businesses as marketing used to generate customer interest and potential clients.

APPLY FOR FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS CERTIFICATION

1. Rhode Island SBA™ Terms of Service.		  
24-Hour Cellular Phone Verification

Family Owned Business in America

Family Owned = 19%
Others = 81%
Rhode Island SBA™
Family Owned Business Certification