The Jair Lynch/Tompkins Joint Venture, on behalf of the Unified Communication Center Project, is currently offering a free workshop series developed to provide training in relevant topics towards the enhancement of small, women-owned, and disadvantaged businesses. This is a wonderful opportunity for smaller companies to enhance their positions in order to compete for government and commercial contracts by utilizing the expertise of professionals in the industry. A detailed curriculum and course schedule* is provided. Eligible participants include residents, local contractors, persons interested in starting their own businesses, companies interested in sub-contracting to larger companies, and local, small and disadvantaged businesses. All interested parties should contact Kaleena Francis (202) 373-5560.