May 2025: DoD & SBA Mentor-Protégé Programs Overview

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Learn how you can connect with an experienced and trusted adviser! Join us to find out if a Mentor-Protégé agreement is a good fit for you.

Mentor-Protégé initiatives aim to empower small businesses (protégés) by fostering partnerships with experienced companies (mentors), enabling them to grow their business and win government contracts.

This training will provide the basics of the DoD and SBA Mentor-Protege Program including what each program is, who can participate, and steps to get started. We will also discuss the risks and benefits, as well as the roles and responsibilities of both parties involved in the agreement.

U.S. Small Business Administration – San Francisco District (SBA)

www.sba.gov/district/san-francisco

The SBA provides services including funding programs, counseling, federal contracting certifications, and disaster recovery. They can also connect you to our partner organizations, lenders, and other community groups that help small businesses succeed.