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[What We Offer]

Certify

Examine and investigate each MBE. verifying its viability, its practices, and its capacity.

Develop

Assist and enable MBEs in expanding their vision and capabilities, to meet the needs of corporate members.

Connect

Introduce and facilitate a mutually beneficial business relationship between MBEs and corporate members.

Advocate

Promote and strengthen a universal understanding of the value of minority supplier development.

NMSDC Affiliate

The Mid-States Minority Supplier Development Council (Mid-States MSDC) is one of 23 regional affiliates of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). Mid-States MSDC serves Central Illinois, Indiana and Eastern Missouri.

[ABOUT US]

Advocates for Economic Growth of MBEs

The primary mission of the Mid-States MSDC is to promote and cultivate successful minority enterprises within the Central Illinois, Indiana and Eastern Missouri business communities. The Mid-States MSDC serves as an advocate for the economic well-being and growth of certified MBEs, while also providing a direct connection for corporations who are committed to purchasing products and services from Mid-States MSDC-certified MBEs.

$17.1

Billion Total Economic Impact

$3

Billion Incomes Supported

64,000

Jobs Supported

36,000

Jobs Directly Supported By Diverse Suppliers

Ecomonic Impact

Our Economic Impact Study, conducted by supplier.io, and sponsored by Indiana University, showed a $17.1 billion economic impact to the economies in Central Illinois, Indiana and Eastern Missouri — proof that ensuring the success of minority-owned businesses will continue to have a significant, positive effect on all states within the Mid-States MSDC region, as well as the overall U.S. economy.

Latest News

Mid-States Minority Supplier Development Council Hosts 47th Procurement Conference to Serve as a Platform for Change

Mid-States Minority Supplier Development Council Hosts 47th Procurement Conference to Serve as a Platform for Change The Council invites corporations & diverse suppliers throughout the Midwest

April 7, 2023 No Comments

Director of Marketing Communications Position Available

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS About the Organization: The Mid-States Minority Supplier Development Council (Mid-States MSDC) is one of the nation’s premier organizations for increasing business

August 10, 2022 No Comments

2021 Economic Impact Study Released

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE $19.1 Billion Economic Impact by Mid-States MSDC Certified MBEs in Central Illinois, Indiana and Eastern Missouri Indianapolis, IN – July 7,

July 7, 2022 No Comments

Our Staff

The Mid-States MSDC Staff is here to serve you.

Daryle L. Johnson

Program Director

James Knight, Sr.,

Program Manager, Accelerate 100+

Marquita Powell

Director, Corporate Relations, Projects & Events

[TESTIMONIALS]

What Our Stakeholders Say

We take pride in providing the best service and support to our corporate members and certified MBEs.

Talmadge Vick

Vick Strategic

“ The Mid-States staff has been very helpful in providing resources for us to identify qualified minority vendors. They also make it easy for supplier diversity professionals to not only engage with Mid-States certified MBEs but other diverse suppliers as well by inviting them to Mid-States events. This makes my job easier and helps me meet our XBE goals.”