**Press Release**

**Harper Leak Achieves Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (W/MBE) Certification**

Alexandria, VA - May 17, 2024

Harper Leak an Environmental Services Provider is proud to announce that it has successfully completed the verification process by the Supplier Clearinghouse, in accordance with General Order 156, and has been officially certified as a Woman/Minority Business Enterprise (W/MBE).

This prestigious certification acknowledges Harper Leak's commitment to excellence, diversity, and inclusion in the business sector. As a certified W/MBE, Harper Leak will be recognized by the Joint Utilities as a W/MBE when competing for procurements by public utilities participating in the Utility Supplier Diversity Program.

"We are honored to receive the W/MBE certification," said Stefanie Leak, CEO at Harper Leak. "This recognition underscores our dedication to providing superior environmental services while fostering diversity and inclusion within our industry. We look forward to leveraging this certification to expand our reach, contribute to diverse procurement opportunities, and continue delivering exceptional value to our clients."

The Utility Supplier Diversity Program aims to encourage and promote supplier diversity within the utility industry, fostering opportunities for minority-owned businesses to participate in procurement processes. Harper Leak's certification as an W/MBE is a testament to its compliance with the program's standards and its ongoing efforts to maintain the highest levels of professionalism and service quality.

For more information about Harper Leak and its services, please visit www.harperleak.com.