In this episode, we interview DBE Manager, Emmanuella Mrythil, and have her share insights about federal contracting as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). Questions we're asking are centered around:- What exactly a DBE is and the benefits of becoming one- GDOT programs and projects- Advice for non-traditional businesses considering pursuing contracts through GDOT- Upcoming events and opportunities through GDOT and MMIPHer Bio:Emmanuella Myrthil is the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Manager with the Program Management Consultant for the Major Mobility Investment Program (MMIP) within the Office of Innovative Delivery at Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). Over the past 15 years, she has played a major role in providing oversight and guidance for federally-funded programs for local construction projects throughout the state of Georgia.She has served as a Public Relations Specialist, an Environmental Planner, and a Project Manager in the Transportation Industry. As HNTB’s DBE Manager, she utilizes creative and engaging strategies to raise industry awareness and diversify DBE participation in Georgia’s largest alternative delivery program. Through innovative learning sessions and business development workshops, Emmanuella and her team focus on preparing DBEs and SBEs for major works with GDOT and MARTA.Contact Information:https://dot.ga.gov/MMIPhttps://dot.ga.gov/PS/Business/DBEEmail: DBEMMIP@dot.ga.govOffice: (404) 946-5764Other Source Mentioned in Interview:CEI DBE Supportive Serviceshttps://gadbesupport.comemail: info@gadbesupport.comOffice: (404) 631-1273SHOW INFORMATION:Company: Foreman & Associates, LLCWebsite: ForemanLLC.comIG: @ForemanLLCFB: @ForemanAndAssociatesTwitter: @ForemanLLCPodcast Twitter: @ItAintSmall YouTube: user/ForemanAssociatesHOST: Natasha L. Foreman, CEO of Foreman & Associates, LLCWebsite: NatashaForeman.com IG: @NatashaLForemanFB: @NatashaLForemanTwitter: @NatashaLForemanLinkedIn: @NatashaLForemanTheme Song: “Higher Up” by Shane IversCopyright 2020. Foreman & Associates, LLC. All Rights Reserved.