About NMSDC

Founded in 1972, NMSDC is the longest-operating business growth engine dedicated to expanding opportunities for historically under-utilized entrepreneurs. Our impact extends well beyond supply chain development. It’s about fostering upward mobility, broadening participation in the American free-market system, and ensuring fair access to the tools of economic success. Our mission is to help level the playing field by opening doors to wealth-building opportunities for those who have traditionally faced barriers.

Our Mission

We foster impactful connections between NMSDC-certified MBEs and our network of corporate partners, government agencies, and other enterprises. These strategic relationships drive innovation, accelerate business growth, and enhance the strength, agility, and reliability of supply chains across industries.

Our Vision

To be the leading organization driving economic advancement and long-term financial success in underutilized communities across the country with a bold, measurable goal of generating $1 trillion in economic impact through our initiatives and partnerships.

We empower businesses through targeted programs and educational resources designed to strengthen capabilities, support sustainable growth, and contribute to a more prosperous and connected society for future generations.

Our Impact

For the past 50 years, NMSDC has championed opportunities for business owners from underutilized communities across the country.

Our track record is unmatched: more than 17,000 businesses connected with over 1,700 corporations, generating $548.2 billion in annual economic output, supporting 2 million jobs, and contributing $149.6 billion in total wages. We are the nation’s largest and most effective nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing business success, demonstrating that when businesses grow, the economy grows with them.

$548.2 Billion

Total Production

2 Million

Total Jobs Supported

$149.6 Billion

Total Wages Earned

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Our Core Values

We uphold the following core values:

  • We institute creative problem-solving techniques to ensure every perspective and option has been considered before moving forward with a solution and to drive excellence.
  • We believe in thoughtful collaboration, understanding that every action we take, either solo or as a collective, impacts the rest of the NMSDC team and the NMSDC Network.
  • As we ask our businesses to adapt to the ever-changing economic landscape, we too must remain adaptable to ensure we meet the needs of our stakeholders at every turn.
  • To grow and connect businesses, we must be future-focused, not only understanding the landscape of today but where that landscape may shift in another 5 to 10 years.
  • We must remain steadfast and resilient to ensure we can continue to support businesses when and where they need us.

Our Network

NMSDC is supported by 23 regional affiliates and many strategic partners nationwide which work in the field to ensure our 17,000+ certified businesses reach their full potential with our 1,700+ corporate members.

Additionally, NMSDC expands our network overseas through the Global-Link International Program. We work with nongovernmental organizations in other countries to replicate the NMSDC model and link historically underutilized populations with corporate purchasing entities to create mutually beneficial economic partnerships.

These international partner organizations are a gateway for U.S.-based businesses to meet international businesses who may be potential partners to help them gain access to the global marketplace.

Our Financials

As a not-for-profit corporation, NMSDC’s audited financials and IRS Form 990 are available upon request. Please find those documents for the past few years below: 

If you need any additional information, please email us at info@nmsdc.org. 


Economic Impact Reports

As we advocate, certify, develop, and connect, we will ensure our stakeholders understand the impact of every dollar spent with NMSDC and our certified businesses.  Below are our most recent Economic Impact Reports.

Review our Economic Impact Reports