Empowering Diversity & Building Success, Through Trusted Business Connections
Certify
Unlock Doors Of Opportunity Through Certification
Certification is the key to success for minority-owned businesses. It opens doors to new markets, resources, and partnerships, propelling growth, profitability and success. Begin your MBE growth journey today by starting the certification process, the essential foundation to partnering with corporate members.
- Access to corporate procurement officials and contracts
- Opportunities to network with major purchasers
- Resources to enhance your business skills and knowledge
Turn new contacts into contracts. Certification showcases credibility, enhances competitiveness, and attracts major purchasers.
Develop
Building Business Capacity: Programs and Activities Created To Support Entrepreneurs
TSMSDC creates opportunities and fosters growth through a variety of programs and networking events that connect minority business enterprises (MBEs) with key resources and corporate partners. We offer education, access to capital, and technical assistance to empower MBEs and uplift their communities, enhancing their entrepreneurial success.
Connect
Facilitating Partnerships Between MBEs and Major Purchasers to Enhance business Growth and Success.
TSMSDC is dedicated to bridging the gap between certified minority-owned businesses and major purchasers. Through our extensive network and resources, we facilitate valuable connections that lead to business opportunities and growth.
- Corporate Procurement Officials
- Global Partners
- Other Certified MBEs
Advocate
Promoting Supplier Diversity for Business Success
At TSMSDC, we believe in the power of supplier diversity. Facilitating equitable opportunities for certified MBEs to join the business ecosystem is key to propelling our nation forward. By connecting certified minority-owned businesses (MBEs) with major purchasers, we create opportunities for growth and success. Join us in advocating for the value of supplier diversity and building a stronger business community.
empowerment
Innovate Your Business with TSMSDC Membership
Joining TSMSDC provides you with exclusive networking opportunities, valuable education resources, and dedicated support to help your minority-owned business thrive.
- Enhanced Business Performance: You'll secure more contracts and increase your profits.
- Valuable Connections: You'll build strong trusted business relationships with corporate procurement officials, global partners, and other MBEs.
- Access to Education: You'll have the resources and support needed to grow your business.
- Improved Image: Your business will gain greater visibility and reputation in the marketplace.
Becoming A Certified MBE
Learn how to become a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) with TSMSDC and unlock new business opportunities.
Benefits of Certification
Discover the advantages of being a certified MBE, including access to a network of major purchasers and increased business capacity.
Connecting With Purchasers
View upcoming events through TSMSDC to connect with MBEs and regional major purchasers to help grow your business.
Unlock Your Business Potential Today!
Prior to 2020, I was unaware of the TSMSDC, but wish I had known about the organization when I started my business in 2018. Now, being a certified MBE, and having TSMSDC as a client, I am now a devoted advocate of this premier organization. I have learned so much over the years on how to scale my business, with exposure to opportunities that I would not be privileged without being a certified MBE.
TSMSDC is the right connection among MBE’s and major purchasers. TSMSDC understands the great need for diversity, equity and inclusion in the marketplace, and how it advances corporate supply chain’s bottom-line to partner with minority businesses.
I am so proud to be a part of what I consider to be a movement that empowers minority businesses to be successful in today’s business economy. Minority business representation matters!
Markeith A. Braden
CEO & Founder at Markeith Braden & Company, LLC
Since joining the TriState Minority Supplier Development Council (TSMSDC) in 2013, I have had the opportunity to connect with other MBE’s through various networking and management training programs which have been instrumental in my business development and growth. I was nominated by TSMSDC to attend a one-week revered Business Executive Management Program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. TSMSDC continues to provide great opportunities for minority business leaders, as well as future minority leaders, through the annual Impact Awards for graduating high school seniors. TSMSDC has been a valued asset for my company.
James C. Wingard
President and CEO at Wingard Quality Supply, LLC
Diversified Supply has been a certified MBE of TSMSDC for 33 rewarding years. Being an affiliate, Diversified has been introduced, and developed viable business relationships with many Fortune 500 companies. TSMSDC has truly been a value add to Diversified’s business as a global distributor of electrical and instrumentation process supplies. I believe it is important for minority-owned businesses to join the TSMSDC to help their business grow and succeed.
Dan K. Anderson
President at Diversified Supply, Inc.
As we are still in the infancy stages (2 years old) of standing up our supplier diversity business initiative here at Dollar General, TSMSDC has been very instrumental in the process, as well as our early success. TSMSDC has been influential in helping us source diverse goods and service providers, they were very involved in the planning and success of our inaugural supplier diversity summit, and they continue to be an advocate and a resource for us locally as well as nationally.
We have participated in their matchmaking events over the last several years as well as been a sponsor and a panelist for their Virtual Business Marketplace Workshop. In addition to that, we have donated to the TMSDC Education Foundation, which helps provide college scholarships for high school graduates. Reason being is because it aligns with our core values as a company.
Not only has Cheri Henderson been a great business partner and advocate for Dollar General, personally she has been a great friend and mentor to me. Our program would not be where it is today if it wasn’t for her, which is why she was awarded with our 2024 Community Leadership Award. We look forward to continuing to strengthening our partnership with TSMSDC moving forward.
Antoine Hinton, MBA
Director, Supplier Diversity at Dollar General Corporation
The TSMSDC is a viable nonprofit that advances procurement opportunities among major purchasers and minority suppliers (MBEs). For nearly 30 years, the Council has been an integral part of our marketing efforts.
The networking opportunities, training sessions, matchmaking, mentor-protégé programs, and direct connections, have helped us to improve our infrastructure and significantly increase our revenue.
No doubt, due to my involvement and participation, Atlas Management Corporation is a direct benefactor of the work and worth of TSMSDC!
Warren A. Sawyers
President & CEO at Atlas Management Corporation
