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|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).
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