MED Week 2024
The 41st Annual National Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week Awards honor the exceptional achievements of entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations dedicated to advancing business enterprises within underrepresented communities.
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Presidential Proclamation Minority Enterprise Development Week October 20-26, 2024
Since 1983, every U.S. president has issued a Presidential Proclamation designating National MED Week to recognize the contributions of the minority business community to the U.S. economy. MBDA has hosted the National MED Week celebration since its inception.
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2024 National Minority Enterprise Development Week Awards Winners
The Minority Business Development Agency Announces Winners of the 2024 National Minority Enterprise Development Week Awards
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2024 NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange
Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) and the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) are collaborating to bring this year’s NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange and MBDA National Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week, to Atlanta Oct. 20- 23.
Transform Your Business: Access Capital, Contracts, and Markets with MBDA's National Network
Discover how MBDA's national network of Business Centers, Specialty Centers, and programs deliver customized business development and industry-focused services to help MBEs access capital, contracts, and markets.
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Business Centers
MBDA's one-stop-shops for MBE success. Whether you're seeking capital, competing for contracts, building relationships, or entering global markets, we're here to support your journey.
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Specialty Centers
Explore our industry-focused services that help MBEs accelerate growth in advanced manufacturing, exporting, and federal contracting.
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Programs & Initiatives
Unlock the power of MBDA's network of programs, each offering unique resources and opportunities to support your business.
Leverage Financial Resources to Achieve Growth
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Financial Consultations
Connect with our MBDA network to explore traditional and alternative funding solutions.
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Grants
Learn how to access Federal grants and about MBDA grant opportunities that provide technical assistance to foster innovation and growth in business communities.
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Loans
Understand your options and how to best secure the funding to take your business to the next level.
Research Hub
MBDA's Research and Data Hub hosts:
Research Reports
Fact Sheets
Publications
MBDA's repository caters to MBEs, entrepreneurs, service providers, policymakers, and stakeholders.
In FY23, MBDA facilitated access to $1.5 billion in capital, empowering minority business enterprises.
FY23 saw MBDA's diligent efforts culminate in over $3.8 billion in contract awards to minority business enterprises.
Throughout FY23, MBDA played a pivotal role in empowering minority business enterprises to generate or safeguard over 19,000 jobs.
Promoting Growth in Every Sector
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Our Impact
MBDA promotes the growth of Minority Business Enterprise through the mobilization and advancement of public and private sector programs, policy, and research.
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Get Involved
Become part of MBDA's community of growth and innovation. Whether you're a student, professional, potential partner, or researcher, there are various ways to engage with us and contribute to the success of minority businesses.