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Partners

Thank you to the corporations, businesses, and governmental organizations & agencies who partner with us annually to help us carry out our mission.

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EN·GAGE

Participate or become involved

Sponsorship provides a great means of broadening your competitive edge and expanding your brand. In recent years, corporate sponsorship has become the fastest growing type of marketing in the United States.

Annual Partnership Opportunities

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CON·NECT

Bring together or into contact so that a real relationship is established

Corporate Members can request a list of Suppliers in specific categories here

EMSDC can facilitate introductions between certified MBEs and corporate buyers. Request an introduction here.

GROW

Become larger or greater over a period of time

Learn about open bids from our corporate members here

Corporate Plus® is an unprecedented membership program for NMSDC-certified minority businesses of the highest caliber.

The Centers of Excellence program facilitates the development and growth of certified diverse businesses to compete and become more prepared to meet the more rigorous vendor requirements currently in use by the council member corporations. Learn More

IM·PACT

Capacity or power to have a strong effect on someone or something

Purchases from MBEs help foster jobs and economic activity in underrepresented segments of the business and customer community. Click here for the 2024 report.

Essentials

SBA Launches $1 Million Patriot Pitch Competition to Showcase America’s Entrepreneurs

SBA is hosting a nationwide pitch competition that will bring together entrepreneurs from across the country who are building and scaling businesses within their communities. Selected businesses will be invited to participate in a live pitch competition in Washington, DC, which will culminate in a $1 million prize pool to celebrate the innovation and ambition ...

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NMSDC Introduces Credly Badges for Certified-MBEs

NMSDC is thrilled to announce the launch of digital accreditation through Credly for all minority business enterprises (MBEs) who obtain their MBE or Growth Initiative certification. This digital accreditation will replace the certification logos currently in use and will be rolled out over the coming weeks.

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Entrepreneur Support Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday

Do you need entrepreneurial support? Schedule an appointment to have your questions answered. From drafting a business plan to sourcing funding and more!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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June 18, 2026

Meet the Primes

Network (in person Hyattsville, MD 9:30 am-1pm) with engineering industry leaders and explore potential partnership opportunities. Learn about upcoming projects, procurement processes, and how your business can collaborate with WMATA’s prime contractors. Don't miss this chance to connect and grow your business.

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June 18, 2026

Chase for Business Coaching for Impact: Your Next Level Business 201

Chase for Business is offering educational courses designed to help entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses. In Business 201 you will learn to think like an entrepreneur and build a foundation for growth. This session covers agility, resilience, and putting people first to scale your business.

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June 23, 2026

RFP360.AI RFP Workshop

Join us for an engaging in-person event at The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia on June 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time). This event offers a valuable opportunity to explore strategies to win more and source smarter in today’s competitive environment.Win More. Source Smarter

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