NMSDC CERTIFICATION: An Incredibly Easy Method That Works For All

According to the National Minority Supplier Development Council, a certified minority business enterprise (MBE) can market and promote its services to prospects who are looking for minority-owned businesses to build relationships with. Obtaining an NMSDC certification is the top standard for supplier diversity in private-sector procurement, and it is advantageous for companies seeking to connect with private-sector buyers. The NMSDC's 23 regional affiliate councils receive 80 percent of corporate membership dues. This is an excellent place to start searching for contacts in the private sector on the NMSDC database. Marketing materials and press releases that highlight a business's NMSDC certification can increase its chances of attracting minority suppliers. Corporate members of Affiliate regional councils will have access to the following services:

Services/benefits offered as standard NMSDC CERTIFICATION 

• The annual orientation is attended by corporate members and MBEs
• Supporting the development of minority suppliers
• Minority business enterprises (MBEs) are identified and certified through this process.
• Referrals from MBEs or introductions from MBE
• The registration fee for minorities' supplier development training is discounted for affiliate members
• Discounts on seminar registration and special events are offered by affiliates
• Providing networking opportunities and channels of communication
• Resources available at the Affiliate Information Center
• Assistance and support in distributing RFPs and bids

The NMSDC will offer the following services to its national corporate members:

Services/benefits offered as standard 

• NMSDC's new database of enhanced online information includes all certified MBEs
• Participation in industry groups sponsored by NMSDC
• To be considered for membership in the NMSDC Advanced Practice Group
• The National Program Managers' Seminar is free to registered participan
• The opportunity to attend the Regional Program Managers' Seminar
• There is a discount on registration for the NMSDC Business Opportunity Exchange
• An opportunity to exhibit at NMSDC's Business Opportunity Exchange
• Participants in NMSDC CERTIFICATION programs such as Corporate Plus®, Centers of Excellence, and Global Link
• Access to the Corporate Plus® directory online
• Possibility of networking
• Providing support to minority supplier development programs
• Support and assistance in distributing RFPs and bids
• Referrals to MBEs and/or introductions