We are not done just yet … You asked for more and we are giving you more! We are continuing the conversation to discuss topics impacting MBEs during this phase of the pandemic crisis.

Congresswoman Joyce Beatty will lead in a very impactful discussion.  She and other guests will address the unclear and unanswered questions our members have regarding all of the programs enacted to support minority businesses during COVID-19.  In addition, discussions will also address any actions being taken to support businesses ongoing as we pivot to economic recovery.

May 7, 2020

Addressing Questions Regarding All Programs Enacted to Support Minority Businesses – Week 6

During the 1980’s, Chris Gardner struggled with homelessness while raising a toddler son – a gripping story told through his autobiography, “The Pursuit of Happyness,” which became a successful movie where he was portrayed by actor Will Smith. In 2007, Will Smith was nominated for an academy award as best actor for his portrayal as Chris Gardner. Through perseverance, he became a stockbroker, eventually founding his own brokerage firm in 1987.

Sponsor: Walmart


Adrienne C. Trimble
Host
President and CEO
NMSDC

Michael A. Byron
Moderator
Senior Director of Supplier Inclusion
Walmart, Inc.

Chris Gardner
Keynote Speaker
International Bestselling Author,
Award Winning Film Producer and Entrepreneur

LS2020 Keynote Address: Hard Pivots, Atomic Time and a New Vision of the American Dream

The National Minority Supplier Development Council Inc ® (NMSDC®) is one of the country’s leading corporate membership organizations. 

Whether you’re a small minority-owned organization or a billion dollar powerhouse, we’re committed to helping you solve the growing need for supplier diversity.

We do this by matching our more than 12,000 certified minority-owned businesses to our vast network of corporate members who wish to purchase their products, services and solutions. 

Our corporate membership includes many of the largest public and privately-owned companies, as well healthcare companies, colleges and universities.

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