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- EIN 51-0219431
- (804) 663-7782
- 707 East Main Street Suite 1375 Richmond VA 23219 USA
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Causes: Microfinance, Small Business Development
Mission: It is an organization of major corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, universities and virginia based companies. The primary purpose ofvmsdc is to promote and facilitate the development of business relationships between its members and certified minority-own enterprises, expand business opportunities for minority own companies and help build a stronger and more equitable society by supporting minority business.
Programs: Scholarships are awarded to minority business owners or upper management to attend business executive programs such as the university of richmond, kellog at northwestern university. The one week programs provide a wealth of knowledge and experience through intense learning environments developed especially for entrepreneurs
business activities such as the "virginia business opportunity fair" and other regional events which give participants access to hundreds of buyers and business owners. Match-makers and corporate connections are held through out the year engaging our corporate members and mbe's. Corporate and minority business owners are also provided access to directories, profiles, listings, and other publications electronically
certification of minority business enterprises to confirm that the company is owned and operated by a person representing a racial minority group. The certification process includes screening, interviews and site visits. Each application must be approved by the vmsdc certification committee and the board of directors. A recertification form is requested annually to keep company information up-to-date.
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