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ELY Public Affairs Achieves Prestigious SBA Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Certification

Writer: ELYELY

Updated: Mar 1, 2024

ELY Public Affairs is recognized for its commitment to advancing women’s leadership in advocacy and engagement in the transportation and workforce development fields


ELY Public Affairs, a leading boutique public affairs firm operating in the transportation, infrastructure, and workforce development sectors proudly announces its recent certification as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This certification is a testament to its commitment to advancing women's leadership in public affairs, engagement, and advocacy.


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ELY Public Affairs Founder and Principal, Erika Young

“We’re pleased to receive the SBA’s Certification and want to express our gratitude to the Administration for working with us through this rigorous process,” said Erika Young, Founder and Principal of ELY Public Affairs. “The WOSB Certification is a standard of excellence, which we’re proud to hold. The certification reinforces the commitment we have made to our clients to help them achieve their policy, advocacy, and engagement goals while we continue to provide the highest levels of service.”







WOSB certification facilitates growth


The SBA WOSB certification highlights ELY Public Affairs’ status as a women-owned firm and opens new avenues for growth and collaboration with other businesses and government agencies. This expanded reach will allow ELY Public Affairs enhanced opportunities for visibility, federal contracting initiatives, and networking.


In addition, ELY Public Affairs expertise in public policy, external engagement, and communications services is further enhanced by the unique perspectives and insights of being a part of the WOSB community. This deeper understanding of the transportation and workforce development market enables ELY Public Affairs to provide strategic advice and guidance to clients that are aligned with their needs.

About ELY Public Affairs, LLC

ELY Public Affairs is a boutique public affairs firm headquartered in Washington, DC. Specializing in advocacy, engagement, and program management, ELY Public Affairs has a proven track record of moving clients' objectives from idea to action.



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