Linking_Employment__Abilities___Potential_exp_8.5.25.pdf

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This document is an Affirmative Action Program Verification (AAPV) letter issued by the Ohio Department of Development's Minority Business Development Division (MBDD) to Linking Employment Abilities & Potential (LEAP), a Cleveland-based organization. The certification is valid from August 5, 2024, to August 5, 2025, and confirms LEAP's compliance with Section 125.111(B) of the Ohio Revised Code, which is a requirement for participating in the State of Ohio's procurement process.

The letter indicates that LEAP has satisfactorily demonstrated adherence to federal and state affirmative action programs, qualifying the organization to engage in state procurement activities. The MBDD reserves the right to conduct future audits to ensure continued compliance with Section 125.111 of the Ohio Revised Code. While the document does not specify specific contract details or service offerings, it serves as an official certification that validates LEAP's eligibility to be a potential vendor in Ohio state government procurement opportunities, emphasizing the state's commitment to diversity among its business partners.

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August 5, 2024

Elizabeth Glas, Executive Director

LINKING EMPLOYMENT ABILITIES & POTENTIAL (LEAP)

2545 Lorain Ave.

Cleveland, OH 44113

SUBJECT: Affirmative Action Program Verification (AAPV) Effective Dates: August 5, 2024 - August 5, 2025

Dear Elizabeth Glas:

A business desiring to participate in the State of Ohio procurement process must demonstrate to the Ohio Department of Development, Minority Business Development Division (MBDD) that the company has complied with all applicable federal and state affirmative action programs for at least the last year.

After careful review of the provided affirmative action documentation, MBDD has determined that LINKING EMPLOYMENT ABILITIES & POTENTIAL (LEAP) satisfactorily meets the requirements set forth in Section 125.111(B) of the Ohio Revised Code as is required for participation in the State of Ohio procurement process. This letter shall serve as the State’s official certification.

Please note that the MBDD may conduct an audit of LINKING EMPLOYMENT ABILITIES & POTENTIAL (LEAP) affirmative action program to determine the company’s continued compliance with Section 125.111 of the Ohio Revised Code.

As the Affirmative Action Program Verification indicates, the State of Ohio values diversity among its business partners and their employees and hopes to see them grow and prosper. Consequently, MBDD was delighted to be able to assist your company by approving your affirmative action program efforts. If you need any assistance or have questions about the Affirmative Action Program Verification, its objectives, or its operation, please contact the MBDD at 614.466.8380

Sincerely, Monica L. Womack Chief

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