Today at 10am! Swinerton will host a Virtual Outreach Event on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 10 am regarding the Inglewood Transit Connector. During this Zoom Meeting, the Swinerton project team will be discussing the following information: • Details about the Project (Purpose) • Bid Process • Project Diversity Goals • Questions & Answer Session REGISTRATION FORM: https://zurl.co/zt2We
Southern California Minority Supplier Development Council (SCMSDC)
Non-profit Organizations
Los Angeles, California 1,541 followers
About us
Certify. Develop. Connect. Advocate. Southern California Minority Supplier Development Council (SCMSDC) is the largest nonprofit minority business advocacy organization in the region, representing the interests of more than 600,000 Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), serving nearly 1,700 SCMSDC-Certified MBEs and 300 corporate members throughout a 13-county service area (Fresno, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare, Ventura). SCMSDC is one of 24 regional councils in the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) network. Mission SCMSDC’s mission is “to be the premiere organization strengthening economic ties between large, public-, private- and foreign-owned corporations and minority men- and women-owned business enterprises.” The council achieves this by providing: - Nationally recognized ethnic-minority certification -Strategic networking between corporate member procurement professionals and certified minority women and men entrepreneurs -Enhanced capacity of minority-owned businesses through education, information, and skills development. -Recognition of outstanding commitment and performance in purchasing goods and services from diverse businesses by corporate members and certified minority-owned businesses Primary Services: Ethnic-minority business certification Database referrals of minority suppliers MBE to Corporate and MBE to MBE networking opportunities Professional development/educational programs MBE access to SCMSDC corporate member database MBE Health Insurance Program
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http://www.scmsdc.org
External link for Southern California Minority Supplier Development Council (SCMSDC)
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Los Angeles, California
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1975
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800 W 6th Street
Los Angeles, California 90017, US
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5th Annual Supplier Outreach Event at the Anaheim Convention Center Don't miss Southern California's premier supplier outreach event—where business communities unite to create unprecedented opportunities. Event Details: April 15, 2026 9am – 2pm Anaheim Convention Center 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802 LEARN MORE: https://zurl.co/FalAM
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B3 2026 is tomorrow! Thanks to everyone who registered! Registration is now closed KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: https://zurl.co/P3qiN The B3 Conference + Expo March 31, 2026 | The University of La Verne 8:00 am - 4:00 pm #SCMSDC #B3Conference #BusinessGrowth #Networking
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🌟 Fearless Friday 🌟 “How we treat our elders says a lot about who we are as a society – and we need to do better.” – Chloé Zhao At SCMSDC, we support leaders who stand firm in their values, even when the journey is challenging. Courage, conviction, and clarity define fearless leadership. From startups to seasoned business owners, our community proves that standing strong today paves the way for lasting impact tomorrow. #FearlessFriday #SCMSDC #Leadership #Courage #Resilience #EntrepreneurLife
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Let's Grow Glendale - Small Business Summit 2026 The City's Economic Development Division in partnership with the SBDC Los Angeles presents a series of events aimed at showcasing resources and opportunities that can help small businesses flourish in today's competitive economic climate. Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles Glendale Thursday, May 14, 2026 REGISTER: https://zurl.co/HvW6E #BusinessSupport #SCMSDC #WealthManagement
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B3 2026 is next week! TICKETS: https://zurl.co/WwRIP What You Get for $200: Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and our partnership with the University of La Verne College of Business, NMSDC-certified suppliers can register for B3 2026 for just $200—$100 less than last year. → Strategic breakout sessions on economic forecasting, compliance readiness, and supply chain resilience—led by experts who understand what it takes to compete and scale → Don Cravins keynote: NMSDC President & CEO on where supplier diversity is headed and how you position for what's next → Dr. Louise Kelly breakfast talk: Authentic leadership, innovation, and well-being → Full-day networking with corporate decision-makers and fellow certified suppliers → Elevated breakfast and working lunch (no competing programming during meals—just connection) → B3 Expo access to connect with exhibitors and sponsors → Real conversations that move your business forward The B3 Conference + Expo March 31, 2026 | The University of La Verne Connections. Insights. Opportunity. #SCMSDC #B3Conference #BusinessGrowth #Networking
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Upcoming Virtual Workshop from Southern California Edison (SCE): "Business Innovation Roadmap in the Utility Industry" REGISTER: https://zurl.co/hDhiJ Learn how to develop an innovation roadmap and position your business for opportunities in the evolving utility industry. Innovation and strategic planning are essential for businesses that want to remain competitive and grow within the evolving utility industry. This SCE STAR Workshop is designed to help business owners better understand how innovation can support long term growth and position their companies for opportunities within the utility sector. Online event March 31, 2026 9am - 10:30am PST #entrepreneurship #scmsdc
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BizMatch: Pre-Scheduled Meetings with Corporate Partners! TICKETS: https://zurl.co/WwRIP This is why you register for B3 2026. BizMatch connects you with confirmed, one-on-one meeting slots with corporate partners matched to your capabilities and categories. No wasted time hoping to catch someone. No competing for attention in a crowded expo hall. Just focused conversations with companies that need what you offer. BizMatch DEADLINE: End of day, Monday, March 24, 2026 #SCMSDC #B3Conference #BusinessGrowth #Networking
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🌟 Fearless Friday 🌟 “Don’t wait around for other people to be happy for you. Any happiness you get you’ve got to make yourself." - Alice Walker At SCMSDC, we support leaders who stand firm in their values, even when the journey is challenging. Courage, conviction, and clarity define fearless leadership. From startups to seasoned business owners, our community proves that standing strong today paves the way for lasting impact tomorrow. #FearlessFriday #SCMSDC #Leadership #Courage #Resilience #EntrepreneurLife
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Financial Health Home Lending - Homebuying Workshop: Learn more about what’s possible Hear from a local home lending expert who will guide attendees through the mortgage process and answer questions. Connect with real estate professionals who understand the unique needs of LA County and Southern California. Learn practical tips and strategies to navigate the homebuying journey with confidence. In Person Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Chase - Bell Branch 4426 Gage Ave Bell, CA 90201 REGISTER: https://zurl.co/WChgL #BusinessSupport #SCMSDC #WealthManagement
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