Thank you to the corporations, businesses, and governmental organizations & agencies who partner with us annually to help us carry out our mission.
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.
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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
Purchases from MBEs help foster jobs and economic activity in underrepresented segments of the business and customer community. Click here for the 2024 report.
Is your business struggling or facing challenges? Don’t wait until you’ve run out of options. On the Brink is a FREE business support initiative designed to help small businesses identify challenges, stabilize operations, and create a realistic path toward recovery and growth.
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The PGW Supplier Development Program (SDP) is a nine-month, cohort-based initiative designed to support the growth and capacity building of small and local businesses interested in doing business in the gas utility industry. Apply by 9/13/2026.
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SBA is hosting a nationwide pitch competition that will bring together entrepreneurs from across the country who are building and scaling businesses within their communities. Selected businesses will be invited to participate in a live pitch competition in Washington, DC, which will culminate in a $1 million prize pool to celebrate the innovation and ambition ...
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Whether you're new to government contracting or looking to expand your business, this premier networking event offers valuable opportunities to connect with federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as prime contractors.
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Join EMSDC, WBEC-East, and Highmark for a webinar series designed to get suppliers corporate ready. This session will explore how small, disadvantaged businesses (SDBs) can navigate and adapt to the current DEI-adverse climate, shifting economic landscapes, and other unforeseen market disruptions. "The Great Pivot" refers to an SDB's ability to agilely adjust their business models, messaging, and operational strategies when faced with external resistance or systemic changes, without compromising their core mission or identity.
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Celebrate the season at a festive holiday mixer, proudly hosted by PNC! This special in-person gathering is the perfect opportunity to unwind, make meaningful connections, and network with suppliers, corporate members, and local and global resource partners. Come connect with colleagues and enjoy an evening of year-end networking and camaraderie.
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