A virtual engagement designed to hear from our Corporate Partners on how to do business within their organizations. Supplier Diversity and Sourcing Professionals will highlight their category needs for the next 12 – 18 months as well as provide insights into their sourcing strategies.

Program Format

The Virtual Corporate Connections begins with a welcome and program highlight. Then the program will transition to industry specific breakout rooms. That includes 3 breakout sessions in which WBEs select the industry specific rooms they would like to visit. As attendees, each WBE will provide a 60-second introduction about their company.

We are excited to invite you to the 2024 LIVE KCMO
Diversity Business Summit & Connection Zone, proudly
hosted by the Mountain Plains MSDC. This exclusive
event, set to take place at the dynamic venue of Evergy,
presents a prime opportunity to connect with likeminded professionals.

Join us for a day of meaningful
discussions, networking opportunities, and the chance
to build valuable connections that can significantly
impact your business. The event will bring together
MBEs, regional/national corporations, procurement
executives, supplier diversity professionals, and
strategic partners

A strong workforce is essential for the success of manufacturing as it forms the backbone of the industry. A skilled and dedicated workforce ensures that production processes run smoothly, leading to increased efficiency and productivity. According to data from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, in 2019, there were over 70,000 job openings in the manufacturing industry, but only about 30,000 job seekers. This significant shortage of workers has resulted in increased competition for available talent and has led many manufacturers to struggle to find and retain the skilled workers they need.

For these reasons, Catalyst Connection along with other regional stakeholders has developed the MFG Works Summit to elevate promising practices and resources for attendees with workforce responsibilities.

We invite regional manufacturers, educators, and partners to join us in this highly engaged program to understand these challenges and much more. Together, we can nurture a stronger manufacturing industry that is founded in a strong workforce.

Especially celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month, this event features open networking, vendor tables, and a keynote fireside chat featuring Chi Nguyen of Purpose Tea and Rajeswari Udayagiri of Radio Surabhi. They'll share their stories, journeys to entrepreneurship, and lessons learned along the way.

About this Event
Join EMSDC and DEBCC for “Heels and Deals,” an intimate networking and connection-making experience for women business owners to meet other women entrepreneurs and learn about new opportunities and resources. Expand your network and brand by connecting with women entrepreneurs across industries. This curated cocktails and conversations event is focused on empowering and uplifting certified MWBEs across the region while igniting brand visibility.

Power Up Your Business Goals
The Minority Business Conference (formerly Business Expo) is the premier event in Florida for growth-oriented minority businesses to connect with buyers and key decision-makers. As the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council’s largest annual event, it draws business leaders from across Florida and the nation.
The Minority Business Conference brings together a unique cross-section of minority entrepreneurs, large corporations and government agencies to create new relationships, ventures and opportunities for growth. This year’s theme is Connect. Collaborate. Succeed.
The Minority Business Conference includes a motivational keynote speaker, hundreds of business matchmaker appointments, power-packed workshops, industry group sessions, MasterClasses, and much more.

Arizona, Southern California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Guam

Save the Date to join us for an inspiring afternoon of networking, empowerment, and celebration of women in business leadership at the Women in Business Leadership Luncheon 2024. This in-person event will take place on Thursday, May 30, 2024 in Mississippi. The location will be announced soon! At this luncheon, we aim to bring together […]

Serving Beaumont, Port Arthur, Corpus Christi, Houston, and College Station

Welcome to the WBEA Women's Business Conference: Igniting Radical Impact

Join us for our signature annual event, the WBEA Women's Business Conference, where ambition meets action, fostering growth, innovation, and enduring partnerships

At the heart of our conference is the theme "Radical Impact:" We are dedicated to providing a platform that not only celebrates the achievements of our WBEs and Corporate Partners but also equips you with the insights, strategies, and connections to amplify your impact. Whether you are a seasoned business owner, a corporate ally, or an emerging entrepreneur, the WBEA Women's Business Conference is your catalyst for transformation.

Arizona, Southern California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Guam

Please join WBEC Metro NY and the Center for Wellness & Integrative Medicine, Katz Institute for Women’s Health at Northwell Health for a Lunch With the Experts discussing mental health and self-care for women business owners. This session will address how WBEs can build strategies to balance the demands of entrepreneurship with self-care, ensuring both personal and professional well-being, learn effective stress management techniques, and develop a support system that reflects your unique journey.

Serving Hawaii, Nevada and Northern California

Tournament Details
The Mountain Plains Minority Supplier Development Council’s annual Colorado Golf Tournament is right around the corner and for the seventeenth year will once again be held at the beautiful Arrowhead Golf Course!

Plan your teams and start practicing because we’ll have great prizes this year for our winners! For additional event details contact communications@mpmsdc.org or (303) 623-3037.

Join us at the KIRKBRAE COUNTRY CLUB for our Supplier Diversity Golf Classic for a fun day of good company, good food and good competition.
This networking event is for golfers & non-golfers alike! We can always use more day of volunteers or just join us for dinner!

Lunch with the Experts: GSA Multiple Award Schedule – Is it Right for Your Company? Tuesday, June 25th, 2024 12:00pm–1:00pm ET Ever since you registered in the Schedule for Award Management (SAM) database to be able to do work with the federal government, you’ve been receiving telemarketing by people who insist that you need a […]

The first of three in this year's Power of Partnering (POP), hosted by Ally Financial, is an in-person event that will include a keynote and discussion panel about timely business topics, as well as thought-provoking breakout sessions with subject matter experts.

Delaware, South New Jersey, Pennsylvania

Step into a world of empowerment and innovation at the 2024 Business Beyond Barriers Conference + Expo! We’re celebrating the Power of the past and the Force of the future within the business community. Engage in workshops, connect with peers and leaders, and seize new opportunities at B3. Join us as we recognize exceptional MBEs at the Supplier of the Year awards ceremony. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by—take action to advance your business, shape the future, and champion diversity and inclusion in the business world!

Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, North and Central Texas

Is your business in need of marketing and branding services? The Detroit Economic Growth Corporation has launched the Detroit Means Business (DMB) support program, and applications are open! This is a great opportunity for Detroit-based small businesses who have been in business for at least two years to receive awards up to $25,000 per project (up to $125,000 total per business) for professional services. We can help your business thrive with marketing and branding!

Here are some of the service categories we can assist with through the program:

Branding Position
Creation and Maintenance of Digital Services
Content Creation
Social Media Strategy
Business Model and Value Proposition Canvas

Indiana, Michigan

SERVING ARIZONA AND METRO SAN DIEGO

Mark Your Calendars for July 8, 2024!

The MMSDC Invitational is not just any golf tournament—it's a can't-miss event that consistently sells out two courses annually, attracting industry leaders and innovators from across the region.

Secure your spot and experience the thrill and prestige of competing alongside top professionals while forging valuable connections that go beyond the game. Don't miss your chance to be part of this exclusive event!

Register now to ensure your place on the green!

Serving Michigan

Serving Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Delaware

Serving Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, and Western Missouri

Indiana, Michigan

Serving Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota

Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, North and Central Texas

Indiana, Michigan

Serving New York and Northern New Jersey down to Trenton

Arizona, Southern California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Guam

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Serving North Carolina, South Carolina, and Southern Virginia

Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, North and Central Texas

Delaware, South New Jersey, Pennsylvania

South Connecticut, North New Jersey, New York State

Arizona, Southern California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Guam

Alaska, Northern California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington

Serving Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, and Western Missouri

The 42nd Spirit of Alliance Awards is a time when the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council honors individuals, small businesses, corporate and government entities for their contributions to supplier diversity and minority business development in Georgia. The 2024 Spirit of Alliance Awards stays true to its celebratory roots in achievement, tribute and recognition. The nominees, […]

Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia

Coming Soon! WBENCPitch is a series of pitch competitions to help WBEs hone their business pitch, gain exposure, and win prizes up to 50k! It is comprised of three rounds focusing on different elements of this year's theme: AMPLIFY!

Delaware, South New Jersey, Pennsylvania