Benefits of Certification
NMSDC certification provides minority-owned businesses with visibility, credibility, and access within a national network of corporations, entrepreneurs, and business leaders committed to competitive and inclusive supply chains.
NMSDC’s mission is to connect certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) with corporate members, strategic partners, and peer businesses to support growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability through market-based engagement.
Certified MBEs may access opportunities to:
- Engage with corporate members and other business leaders
- Participate in business development and matchmaking events
- Present their capabilities to potential customers
- Participate in educational programming and capacity-building initiatives
MBE certification does not guarantee contracts, confer procurement preferences, or control purchasing decisions. NMSDC does not award contracts on behalf of corporate members. Certification enables MBEs to engage competitively with organizations that value supplier inclusion as a business strategy.
MBE Services/Benefits
- Access – Certified MBEs gain exposure to hundreds of member corporations and 17,000+ other MBEs, creating opportunities to engage in business, form partnerships, establish strategic alliances, and build joint ventures for success.
- Business Exposure – Certified MBEs build searchable profiles through our NMSDC Hub, which corporations and other certified MBEs use to find potential suppliers. Showcase your company to potential customers through video, capability statements, and AI-integrated search.
- Conferences & Exchanges — NMSDC and its regional affiliates hold the largest U.S. conferences focused on business development. Certified MBEs can present themselves to hundreds of prospective buyers, government agencies, and procurement professionals in a single setting.
- Capacity Building — NMSDC has created capital access opportunities for MBEs throughout their business life cycle through our partnership with the Business Consortium Fund, the Growth Initiative Certification, and Capital Managers Program.
- Contract Opportunities – NMSDC facilitates business connections between buying agencies and certified MBEs, laying the groundwork for future partnerships and business growth.
- Customized Education and Development – NMSDC offers a wide range of programs, targeted training, and technical assistance to help build stronger, more sustainable businesses, while also developing leadership tools for MBE CEOs.
*For more information, we encourage you to contact the regional affiliate nearest to your company headquarters
Ready to See If You Qualify for Certification?
If you believe your business may be eligible, begin by reviewing the certification requirements, exploring the definition of an MBE, and understanding the necessary documentation.
Certification fees are based on business size and will be outlined during the process. Documentation to verify minority status is required.
Our national certification team is here to support you every step of the way.