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Partners

Thank you to the corporations, minority 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

MBEs benefit from being certified with the largest national organization whose certification is recognized uniformly by Corporate America.

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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 MBEs 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 2019 report.

American Water Supplier Development Program Module

The American Water Supplier Diversity Team is in the process of creating a robust Supplier Development Program that will be piloted through New Jersey American Water. Our initial cohort will begin October 2024 and conclude in April of 2025.

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NMSDC Certification Reimbursement Initiative

NMSDC is excited to announce the Certification Reimbursement Initiative. This program provides a way for minority business enterprises (MBEs) to eliminate the burden of the certification fee. Each business must meet the funding criteria of the funding sponsor company.

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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

November 14, 2024

You’re Certified, What’s Next?

Now that you are an NMSDC certified MBE, join us and participate in EMSDC’s free monthly webinar and learn how to take full advantage of your certification.

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November 14, 2024

GACO/APEX’s Procurement Fair

Join us for a day of networking and training: Visit 60+ booths hosted by federal, state and local government agencies, corporations and business resource partners; Participate in multiple government contracting training sessions; Network with businesses currently working in the government contracting sector.

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November 19, 2024

New Jersey Utility Business Connector

Join us for the New Jersey Utility Business Connector, a dynamic event designed to foster collaboration and connection among utility businesses across the region. This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders, explore potential partnerships, and expand your professional network.

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