Celebrating MBEs Who Lift Each Other Up

The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) has long been a catalyst for minority business growth. Now, the National MBE Input Committee (NMBEIC) is shining a spotlight on a powerful driver of that growth—MBEs doing business with other MBEs.

The MBE-to-MBE Spend Award recognizes certified Minority Business Enterprises that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to partnering with fellow certified MBEs. It honors firms that intentionally create business opportunities, form sustainable partnerships, and contribute to economic development within the minority business community.

This award sends a clear message: NMSDC certification is not only about pursuing opportunities with corporate partners. It is equally about building meaningful, revenue-generating relationships with fellow MBEs. When we buy from each other, we strengthen the entire ecosystem.

Over the coming weeks, this series will walk you through everything you need to know—from eligibility and documentation to scoring and submission. Whether you are considering a nomination or simply want to understand how this award works, stay tuned.

The MBE-to-MBE Spend Award is more than recognition. It is a call to action for every certified MBE to invest in our community’s collective success.

 For more information, please contact:

• Lisette Villavicencio, MBEIC Chair: lisette@va-contractor.com
• Eduardo Quijano, Performance & Administration Coordinator: equijano@prmsdc.org

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