Disadvantaged, Minority, and Small Business Assistance, and Contract Compliance

About Us

The BAO administers Metro’s Small Business Program  and the Procurement Non-discrimination Program which are designed to increase small and disadvantaged business participation in Metro procurements. The BAO consists of a talented team of professionals with several years of experience, dedicated to both assisting small and disadvantaged businesses in becoming ready to do business with the City of Nashville as well as monitoring overall contract performance including small business utilization. The growth and development of small and disadvantaged businesses is important to Nashville regional economy. The BAO works to support that growth and development through the provision of business development and contract compliance services.

Staff Member Position
Michelle Lane Program Director
John Irvin Small and Minority Business Liaison
Deborah Robinson Business Development & Outreach Specialist
JoeAnn Carr Contract Compliance Specialist
Bryan Gleason Contract Compliance Specialist
Judy Cantlon Administrative Services Officer