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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.

Click here to have EMSDC share your bids with certified MBEs. EMSDC/NMSDC Corporate Members only.

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

October 7, 2024 - October 11, 2024

Philadelphia Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week

Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week is a national observance that recognizes the outstanding achievements of Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs). The event also honors corporations and financial institutions that support minority business development.

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October 8, 2024

MED Week Supplier Diversity Certifications

Come learn all about the who, what, why, and how of certification! Supplier diversity certificates can be an important tool to gain access to procurement departments at corporations and government agencies looking to work with businesses owned by women, ethnic minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBT+ community.

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October 9, 2024

MEDWeek Hispanic Entrepreneurship Resource Fair

Join us for an empowering event aimed at supporting Hispanic entrepreneurs in the Greater Philly region as they navigate the journey of starting and scaling their businesses. In partnership with Widener University, EMSDC, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and The Welcoming Center, this event is designed to provide invaluable resources and expert perspectives to drive success in business ventures.

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