The Director of the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) develops Departmental MBE plans and policies in accordance with Executive Orders 11625 and 12432 and by directive from the Secretary. He or she provides advice and guidance to the Secretary and Primary Organization Heads on MBE functions, reviews and makes recommendations to the Secretary on MBE annual plans and goals, monitors and evaluates the Department's MBE program, and reports on MBE program performance to the Department of Commerce.
