Are you newly certified? Join us for EMSDC’s free monthly webinar and learn how to make the most of your certification! 🚀 In this informative session, you’ll learn: 🔹 Tips on pitching to corporate members 🔹 How to leverage your MBE Certification 🔹 Council resources available to you Engage in and gain valuable insights to maximize your certification and connect with experts who can help you succeed in your business. 🏆📈 Learn more and register for our September webinar: https://buff.ly/45XASk9 #NMSDC #NewlyCertified #MBE #AreYouEngaged #GrowYourBusiness
Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council
Non-profit Organizations
Philadelphia, PA 1,545 followers
Engage. Connect. Grow. Impact.
About us
The Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council (EMSDC), a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, is an affiliate of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) –one of the country’s leading business membership organizations. There are 24 regional councils across the country with more than 1,700 corporate members. The EMSDC certifies and connects minority-owned businesses (Asian, Black, Hispanic, and Native American) throughout Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Delaware with member corporations who are committed to supplier development and want to purchase their products, services and solutions. Mission - Advancing business opportunities by certifying and connecting minority business enterprises to corporations and buying entities.
- Website
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http://www.emsdc.org
External link for Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Philadelphia, PA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1972
- Specialties
- Supplier Development, Certify minority business enterprises, Business opportunity fair, Business development series, and Quarterly meetings/seminars/workshops
Locations
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Primary
2000 Hamilton Street
Suite 308
Philadelphia, PA 19130, US
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425 Sixth Avenue, Suite 401
Pittsburgh, PA 15219, US
Employees at Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council
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Brian K. Oglesby
President/CEO EMSDC. SPiRgroup LLC, Business Development and Forecasting, Diversity and Compliance, Global Commerce
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Tricina Cash
Executive Vice President | Non-profit Board Leader | Results-Driven Strategist | Driving Growth and Market Penetration through Innovative Solutions
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Meg Markley, PMP
Sr. Director- Administrative/ Technical Services at Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council
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Janean Gardner
Vice President of Workforce Development
Updates
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Not a golfer or need to brush up on your skills? 🏌️♀️✨ We’ve got you, and we’ll help you get into the swing of things at our 2024 Youth & Entrepreneur Scholarship Golf Invitational & Clinic on September 30th! Our Golf Clinic is tailored for beginners or those looking to refine their skills! Not only will you learn the fundamentals and hone your skills, but you’ll also have an opportunity to connect with corporate members and MBEs! Space is limited! So, what are you waiting for?! Secure your spot today: https://buff.ly/4eCvzKG #EMSDCGolf #AreYouEngaged #MaximizeYourCertification #YouthScholarship #PhillyGolf #BusinessNetworking
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🌟 Get Ready for the Northeast Supplier Diversity Summit! 🌟 There’s still time to register for the Northeast Supplier Diversity Summit, hosted by Federal Reserve Bank of New York and Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. Secure your spot today! The summit will provide: 🤝 Valuable networking opportunities 🎤 An engaging general session 🛍️ New opportunities at the trade fair with corporate representatives When: Wednesday, September 11th Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ET Where: Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 33 Liberty Street, New York, NY ✅ Register here: https://buff.ly/3WHgGQE #FRBNY #FRBP #SupplierDiversity #Networking #SupplierDiversitySummit
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Want to know what Channel Partnerships are and how you can boost your sales and scale effectively? Register and join us on September 13th for the EMSDC MBEIC Changing the Narrative Summit, where you’ll learn how to tap into networks, expertise, and resources to help you skyrocket your revenue and scale effectively! Tickets are selling out fast! Limited spaces are available! Secure your spot today: https://buff.ly/3XbN6lk Independence Blue Cross #EMSDC #MBEIC #ChannelPartnerships #SalesStrategy #BusinessGrowth #MaximizeYourCertification
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Congratulations to Brian K. Oglesby, President and CEO of the Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council (EMSDC), for recently becoming a member of the 2024 National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) Global Link Advisory Council! In this capacity, Brian is joining 10 advocates and leaders in Supplier Diversity, including Advisory Council Chair Kris Mangan (Johnson & Johnson), Harvey Butler (Barclays), Javette Hines (Citi), Bill Kapfer (JPMorgan Chase), Michelle Morin (Corteva), Daniel Sung Park (Eclaro), Carla Preston (Amazon), Leon Richardson (The Chemico Group), Tiffany Eubanks-Saunders (Bank of America), and Namita Tirath (Pyramid). Replicating the NMSDC model abroad, The Global Link International Program works to “link historically underserved populations with corporate purchasing entities to create mutually beneficial economic partnerships and address the racial wealth gap across the globe.” We applaud Brian and all the remarkable individuals on the 2024 NMSDC Global Link Advisory Council for their commitment to opening the global marketplace for MBEs and for assisting corporate members in meeting their supplier diversity requirements overseas.
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📹 Check out this exciting recap video from our unforgettable 2023 Youth & Entrepreneur Scholarship Golf Invitational & Clinic. 🏌️♂️⛳ The event showcased the perfect blend of sportsmanship, networking, and educational opportunities. Our participants had a blast refining their golf skills and engaging in energetic clinics. If you see yourself or someone you know in this video, tag them and let them know they should register and join us on September 30th! Secure your spot and register today: https://buff.ly/4eCvzKG Ivan Jones #EMSDCGolf #AreYouEngaged #MaximizeYourCertification #YouthScholarship #PhillyGolf #BusinessNetworking
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Are you looking for ways to expand your business? Register and join the EMSDC MBEIC for an informative session on Channel Partnerships on September 13th at 2pm during our summit “Changing the Narrative Together.” This unique opportunity has proven to be a game-changer, allowing businesses that use this strategy to tap into networks, expertise, and resources to boost sales and scale effectively! When: Friday, September 13th Time: 2pm Where: Independence Blue Cross, 1901 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Secure your spot and tap into this powerful growth strategy! Space is limited! Register today: https://lnkd.in/gtS29ekj Independence Blue Cross #EMSDC #MBEIC #ChannelPartnerships #SalesStrategy #BusinessGrowth #MaximizeYourCertification
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The Eastern Minority Supplier Development Council’s “Return On All Relationships” Conference (ROAR) is dedicated to connecting diverse suppliers with private, public, and government buying institutions. On October 3, 2024, ROAR will be returning to Philadelphia, after a successful April conference in Pittsburgh. In honor of the Philly theme, Radical Collaboration, we are shining a spotlight on EMSDC’s incredible Regional and Education Resource Partners. 💡 📖 Read our blog, “Radical Collaboration: Get To Know The EMSDC Resource Partners,” and take a moment to click on the provided links in the blog, explore their respective websites, and get to know them better to help grow your business: https://buff.ly/4g1hVSe Aramark Independence Blue Cross African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ & DE The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) African American Chamber of Commerce of Western Pennsylvania Allegheny Conference on Community Development Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia The Business Center For Entrepreneurship & Social Enterprise The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia CEIR Pittsburgh Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce The Enterprise Center Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce GREATER PITTSBURGH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Three Rivers Business Alliance Vibrant Pittsburgh Women's Business Enterprise Center East (WBEC East) Carnegie Mellon University University of Delaware University of Pittsburgh Rutgers University National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) NaVOBA USPAACC #EMSDCROAR #RadicalCollaboration #ResourcePartners #MaximizeYourCertification #SupplierDiversity #AreYouEngaged
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Happy Labor Day! In observance of the Labor Day holiday, the EMSDC offices will be closed on Monday, September 2nd. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, September 3rd! Help us continue our work towards economic growth and inclusion for minority-owned businesses...donate today: https://buff.ly/4cSX2qI #EMSDC #HappyLaborDay #LaborDay
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Time is Running Out to join The Welcoming Center Business Planning Course Information Session! Learn about the Business Planning Course, including eligibility, requirements, and class details. Upcoming Session: In-Person Session 📅 Date: Wednesday, September 4th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: The Welcoming Center, 211 N. 13th Street, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Find out more about the upcoming session: https://buff.ly/4cYggL2 #TheWelcomingCenter #BusinessPlanning #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPlanningCourse ____________________________________________________________ ¡El tiempo se agota para unirte a las sesiones informativas del Curso de Planificación Empresarial de The Welcoming Center! Conoce los detalles del curso, incluyendo elegibilidad, requisitos e información sobre las clases. Sesión a impartir: Sesión Presencial 📅 Fecha: Miércoles, 4 de septiembre de 2024 ⏰ Hora: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Ubicación: The Welcoming Center, 211 N. 13th Street, 4to piso, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Aprende más sobre la próxima sesión: https://buff.ly/4cYggL2 #TheWelcomingCenter #PlanificaciónEmpresarial #Emprendimiento #CursoDePlanificaciónEmpresarial
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