PEAK Connections, Inc. is a Minority Business EnterpriseTAMPA, FL (November 1, 2004) PEAK Connections, Inc., the parent company of leading local employment website Florida CareerLINK.com, announces that they are now certified as a Minority Business Enterprise under the provisions of Chapter 287, Florida Statues. This certification, designated as a Woman-owned Business Enterprise (WBE), is one of the most widely recognized and respected diversity supplier certifications in the nation. The WBE certification is recognized by major corporations across the country and a number of federal and government agencies, and is an important marketing tool for expanding Florida CareerLINK’s visibility among decision-makers in corporations. The criteria for Certification is (1) Fifty-one percent ownership by a woman or women, (2) Proof of effective management of the business, (3) Control of the business as evidenced by signature role on loans, leases and contracts and (4) US Citizenship.Pamela Kauten, President of PEAK Connections, notes that Corporations are committed to promoting economic growth through diversity by offering competitively priced, high quality products and services to their customers; providing a healthy competition within their supplier base. This strategy will increase opportunities for PEAK Connections and other diverse business owners. About Florida CareerLINK, Inc. Founded in 1997, Florida CareerLINK is a leading recruiting solutions and software company that develops and provides innovative recruiting solutions and services for LOCAL employers. As the company's flagship job site, Florida CareerLINK http://www.floridacareerlink.com was voted the #1 LOCAL recruitment site in the state of Florida for the past 5 years and has also been recognized by Weddle's Guide and CareerXRoad's as one of the top employment sites in the country. |
