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- EIN 36-3550790
- (612) 465-8881
- 111 3rd Ave S Ste 240 Minneapolis MN 55401-2579 USA
- www.northcentralmsdc.net
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Microfinance, Small Business Development
Mission: To provide business development services to corporate members and certified minority business enterprises to enhance relationships and maximize business opportunities.
Programs: Annual meeting and awards luncheon - this program is designed to be informative and provide networking opportunities to strengthen collaborations between corporations and minority business enterprises. The 2016 annual meeting had over 150 attendees.
business opportunity fairs - this program provides corporate members, government entities, and minority business enterprises with workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities at three different events held within various midwestern states. In 2016, the council held separate business opportunity fairs in minnesota, wisconsin and iowa.
certifications - this program provides minority business enterprises (mbe's) with valuable resources to help their businesses grow and succeed. The certification program provides an opportunity for mbe's to meet with corporate buyers interested in working with other qualified mbe's. In addition, the certification program offers many formal and informal venues to meet with corporate buyers, learn about state and local opportunities, and expand professional networks. During 2016, there were approximately 300 active certifications.