ez8a helps minority and women-owned businesses meet their objectives by assisting them in obtaining an 8a Certification which is accredited by the SBA. Our experts will guide you through the 8a application process, making sure you acquire this coveted government accreditation in as little time as possible. We have years of experience in helping disadvantaged business enterprises, service disabled veterans and women-owned businesses reach their dreams through the SBA 8(a) Certification Program. This is the reason businesses across the U.S. trust us. If you want to apply for the Small Business Administration's 8a Certification you need our expert guidance. We treat every application individually and take your certification as seriously as you do. Additionally, we specialize in HUBZone Certification, which allows businesses located in areas defined by the SBA as historically underutilized, to gain access to specified government contracts. Like the 8a program, HUBZone approval by the Small Business Administration provides access to specific contracts reserved exclusively for small businesses in the United States of America. ez8a can also help with CCR registration. Accuracy and expertise are paramount on your first 8a and/or HUBZone form submission. The SBA spends a great deal of time going over your 8a application. ez8a will give each application the time and attention needed to achieve a successful outcome for your business.
ez8a (ez8a.com) has 147 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
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ez8a.com
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Wilder, Kentucky
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2026
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I have been working with EZ8a for four years and have always appreciated their expertise and guidance. I worked with Kathy to get my 8(a) certification and was impressed with the knowledge and strategies to get me approved with my complicated application. Lindsay did my business plan for me which was professional and approved right away by the SBA. Anna has done two of my annual reviews and Nicole one. I have always found them to be great to work with and good response as needed, meeting the deadlines as well.
Response from ez8aDec 18, 2018
Hi Prem,
Thank you so much for the kind words! We appreciate your business, year after year! You have been excellent to work with and we look forward to continuing to service your Small Business Needs now and in the future!
Nicole Hatchel
Operations Manager
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Frank C.
Avoid this company, there are others.a
My experience is much like some of the others on here. You pay your money upfront, they provide templates that you fill out and then submit your application for you. In our situation, our representative Sarah Beck told us that there is a 180 day Procurement Acquisition Lead Time for the schedule we were submitting. We waited this amount of time without hearing anything back from the company and then called to obtain a status. It was only then that she checked on our application and found out she never received a confirmation for the package as one of the files she submitted was corrupt. After waiting all of this time, she informed we had no other choice but to resubmit the package and wait the 180 days all over again. I spoke with her supervisor, Nicole Hatchell, who was apologetic but did not offer any solution, including a refund of our money due to their company's poor service and gross oversight. As of this date, 11/19/2018, it has been two years and we still have not had a review from the Contracting Officer. Every couple of months a one-line email is sent to him to request a status, but this company does not do anything more to get your application reviewed or pushed through. I have read some of the reviews on here and the buyer should be aware that this company will not refund your money even with such a large mistake as they made on our application. I have called several times for Nicole Hatchell and have not received a return phone call. However, I see that she responds to the written complaints on here with after-the-fact excuses, which I am sure she will do with this review also. Additionally, I see that a group of their employees have reviewed their own company on their Facebook page. This is also rather unethical and shows a certain degree of desperation. BEWARE!
Update...
Although Nicole Hatchel's response states that her employees did not review their own company on Facebook, I urge you to go to their list of reviews and see the 5 star review from our representative, Sarah Beck, for yourselves. I have a screen shot of it if anyone would like it before it is deleted. As for her comment that I am speaking about 'other clients" in my review? I have no idea what she is speaking about? It was ez8a that submitted my application incorrectly and then did not follow up on it. And I have proof of this as well if required. As mentioned....let the buyer beware!
SK
SKT
5 stars are not enough for ez8a!
Extremely professional, amazingly prompt and an unmatched level of expertise in acquiring any and all certifications, GWACs and business strategy in general. Not to mention - pricing is very competitive and overly fair for the value you are being provided. Ask for Mark, Nicole and Sarah! If your business meets all of the prerequisites which they walk you through - they will deliver. They delivered for us 6 out of 6 times within one year without a single hiccup. 100% is not a bad track record!! We will continue to use ez8a for the foreseeable future for all of their additional services. Great companies still do exist.
Response from ez8aNov 12, 2018
SKT and Team,
I know I can speak for all of us when I say, it was an absolute pleasure to work with you! Your team is always on top of things and the speed and fluidity between our company and yours was unmatched! Thank you for the kind words! We all look forward to our continued relationship and serving you for all of your small business needs in the future. Congratulations on all of your new certifications! We wish you nothing but success!
Nicole Hatchel
Operations Manager
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christi V.
Ez8a is a great company to work with
Ez8a is a great company to work with!
I went to them to get multiple certifications. I will agree that it was a bit costly and they did have alot of templates you had to complete but it was all needed and worth it. I received my MBE/CBE(dc), WOSB and 8(a) all within 7 months. The only thing that held up my 8(a) was the backup at SBA. Nicole was great to work with. She was very responsive to all of the questions I had and any questions the representatives from the different agencies asked for. I am continuing to work with them to assist with my 8a business plan and 8a reports. They have not failed me yet! I would definitely highly recommend!
Response from ez8aOct 23, 2018
Hi Christi,
Thank you so much for the kind words! It has been an absolute pleasure working with you and I look forward to servicing all of your business needs throughout the years! Congrats on your certs!
Nicole Hatchel
Operations Manager
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Rebekah D.
This company is truly exceptional
This company is truly exceptional! Their staff is competent, compassionate and truly remarkable. Any small business applying for 8(A) certification or looking to market their 8(A) company should not hesitate to utilize their expertise. It's well worth it!
Response from ez8aMay 17, 2018
Hello Rebekah,
It was an absolute pleasure to work with you! I am excited for you and your new certification. Thank you for allowing our business to service your 8(a) application needs. Should you need anything in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Sincerely,
Nicole Hatchel
Operations Manager
DN
DollarBill N.
Great staff
Great staff - great service. Contracted with them to get us on the GSA - we were and are super impressed with their very detailed hands on service in getting this accomplished. After we were accepted on the GSA - when we had any questions - we got immediate feedback/answers - just terrific service.
Response from ez8aFeb 21, 2018
Hi!
Thank you so much for trusting our company to assist your business in it's government contracting needs. It's always our pleasure to be of service and I speak for us all here when I say Congrats on your new GSA Schedule!! We look forward to working with you on any of your business needs!
Nicole Hatchel
Operations Manager
SG
Sara Gumtow R.
I was referred to EZ8A by a business acquaintance
I was referred to EZ8A by a business acquaintance who highly recommended the company. I found the staff to be knowledgeable and helpful,truly genuine, and pleasant. They knew exactly what I had to do to be awarded my certification, and how to do it. Mark, Nicole, and Lindsey were wonderful to work with. Thanks for everything, I never could have gotten this done without you!
Response from ez8aOct 23, 2018
Hi Sara,
Thank you so much for choosing our company. References are our best compliment and we are so glad that you trusted your business acquaintance when choosing a company to assist! Congrats on your new certification! We look forward to working with you in the future on any of your small business needs!
Nicole Hatchel
Operations Manager
MP
MARY P.
Ez8a folks are amazing! They're are one of the reasons why American dream is still alive.
Ez8a people are excellent.
I am highly satisfied with their services.
I have my own flower shop at Grass Valley.
I was trying to get my business 8a certified.
I was looking for some trustworthy company for that.
At last, I came to Ez8a.
The team of professionals from Ez8a helped me out to get 8a certification.
Thanks to Ez8a
Response from ez8aAug 31, 2017
Hi Mary Patrick,
It was a pleasure to work with you! We appreciate your business and hope that yours continues to "blossom"! :)
Nicole Hatchel
Operations Manager
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