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#REDIRECT {{SBDE|Image=ImagesContent.jpeg|Name=Houston Minority Supplier Development Council|Classification=Development Council|Convenience=Medium|Developmental Stage=Intermediate|Non-Profit Status=Yes|URL=http://hmsdc.org/|Contact Phone Number=713-271-7805|email=info@hmsdc.org|Project=[[Small Business Development Ecosystem of Houston]]|Networking=yes|Education=no|Certification=yes|Financing=no|Consulting=no,|Coworking=no|Meeting=no|Women=no|Minorities=yes|Mentoring=no|Cost=$$}}The Houston Minority Supplier Development Council]](HMSDC) brings together Corporate Members and Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) together to expand business opportunities and encourage business growth. <br /> In carrying out its mission, the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council will:<br />-Promote business opportunities and capabilities of minority entrepreneurs, and work to eliminate barriers to equal economic opportunity for MBEs in the marketplace.<br />-Be proactive in helping MBEs respond to issues and developments which impact their business opportunities and growth.<br />-Promote educational research activities and services directed at the establishment, development, expansion and encouragement of minority-owned businesses.<br />-Be a reliable, effective source for identifying capable and competitive MBEs.<br />-Help corporations and government agencies develop, maintain and expand minority business development programs and recognize those that conduct outstanding programs.<br /> ==Services==  '''MBE Certification'''<br />A Minority Business Enterprise Certificate increases business visibility, credibility, and provides valuable professional and business mentoring. The Houston Minority Supplier Development Council provides Pre-Certification Workshops the first Thursday of every month to assist in the application and it is strongly recommended to attend.  '''Networking'''<br />HMSDC hosts three themed luncheons to connect businesses, a golf tournament that raises MBE scholarships, mixers, MBE Tours, and a yearly EXPO with over 1,400 participants.   '''Cost'''<br />Certification costs range from $350-$1,200 depending on the region.   '''Criteria'''<br />In order to apply and receive MBE Certification, 51% of the business or the company's stock must be owned by minority group individuals (Asian-Indian American, Asian-Pacific American, African American, Hispanic American, or Native American).