Upcoming Events
Jason L. Saving , Communications and Outreach Senior Economist and Advisor
Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins
North Texas Regional
2020 Economic Outlook
January 30, 2020
2:00 pm
Irving Convention Center
Board of Directors Installation & Reception
January 30, 2020
3:00 pm
Irving Convention Center
Join us for two exciting events! First, find out what to expect in the region related to the economy. Our subject matter expert from the Federal Reserve Bank is Jason L. Saving, Communications and Outreach Senior Economist and Advisor. Mr. Saving will provide an informative outlook that will stimulate thinking about the economic impact upon you both personally and professionally.
Secondly, immediately following the Economic Outlook Presentation, we will host the D/FW MSDC 2020 Board of Directors Installation and Reception. Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins will perform the Swearing-In Ceremony for the 2020 D/FW MSDC Board of Directors. Register for both events here.
HARD HAT Construction Expo
March 3, 2020
Eddie Deen’s Ranch
944 S Lamar St | Dallas, TX 75202
There is nothing like HARD HAT. Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on this invigorating Expo with diverse suppliers, general contractors, building owners, facility managers and more! Round Tables, Exhibitors/Expo, BBQ and Beverages. If you’re involved and/or interested in the construction industry, this is the place to be.
Mark Your Calendar
February 12, 2020
Afternoon (exact time to be announced)
Place (currently being solidified)
Back by popular demand is an MBE 2 MBE Mixer. The last Mixer was a huge success and those in attendance suggested doing this regularly. So we are. Watch for more details on this 1st Quarter Mixer. This event is designed for MBEs to mingle and develop relationships to address potential alliances and/or opportunities with each other. Buying Entity members are welcomed to attend.
MBDA Business Center Networking Breakfast
February 13, 2020
8:00 am
Council Activity Center
Join us for the first MBDA Networking Breakfast of the year. This is always a great way to meet and network with new people, while learning more about potential business opportunities. Bring a Friend!
Interested in Sponsoring Opportunity? Contact Ray Cervantes, Project Director at Ray@mbdadallas.com
REGISTER HEREMeet the New Members of the Board of Directors
Dr. Neena Biswas
CEO, B12 Consulting
T'Wana Brown
Vice President, Divisional Merchandising Manager - Men's, JCPenney
Thomas Crowther
CEO, The Crowther Group
Suzanne Maddux
Supply Chain Director, Space and Airborne Systems, Raytheon
BUY THOSE THAT BUY USTM
Part 1– Best Practice Essay Questions
are now available!
Respond to at least 2 of the 5 questions in the survey to share your “Best-in-Class” best practices surrounding minority business inclusion.
Deadline for Submissions – March 2nd
Recognition Breakfast – April 17th
Responses should reflect your efforts in working with D/FW MSDC Certified Minority-Owned Businesses and your impact upon the North Texas Region.
What We Do
CERTIFY
D/FW MSDC certifies ethnic minority-owned businesses for our Buying Entity members to utilize in their supply chain.
CONNECT
D/FW MSDC facilitates business connections between Buying Entity members and certified ethnic minority-owned businesses.
DEVELOP
Through our programs and events, D/FW MSDC strengthen supplier diversity initiatives and build scalability certified ethnic minority-owned businesses.
2019 North Texas Results
Reported MBE Revenues (Billions)
Employees Reported by Certified MBEs
Number of Certified D/FW MSDC MBEs
Regional & National Buying Entities
North Texas Cities Impacted by MBEs
Bids, Referrals & Plans Disseminated
If you missed the 2019 E Awards Gala, you missed a fabulous night filled with finely dressed people, awards and recognition, plus a fun-filled Afterglow with the band 2bi! Thank you all for a grand evening!
CLICK HERE to enjoy the photo album.
CLICK HERE to visit the Red Carpet interviews.
CLICK HERE to view the complete 2019 E Awards Program Souvenir Booklet.
In the News
Dallas County has hired Alpha Business Images (ABI), a Dallas-based advertising firm, to promote the 2020 census, just months before residents will be asked to take the federal survey. Dallas County commissioners unanimously approved a contract with ABI, calling the effort to ensure strong participation in the decennial count their most important work of the year. 
Alpha Business Images (ABI) wins Dallas County Census Outreach Contract 
WE USA Magazine recently selected Greg Spoon, D/FW MSDC Board of Director and Vice President Procurement for DFW International Airport asone of WE USA's Outstanding Men of 2020! The
Outstanding Men award recognizes men who
support WBEs and actively participate in their advancement.
Greg Spoon Selected as one of WE USA Outstanding Men 
Beatriz (Betty) Manetta, CEO of Argent Associates and D/FW MSDC Board member was recently named as One of the Most Influential
Leaders in North Texas by D CEO Magazine. The Dallas 500 features the North Texas region’s
most powerful leaders in 50 different categories. These leaders make the Dallas/Fort Worth
economy tick.
Betty Manetta Named One of Dallas 500 Most Influential Leaders 
The D/FW MSDC Mentoring Experience provides a unique approach to coaching and growing minority-owned businesses based upon their
goals and strategic focus. The inaugural
program was hosted by Toyota. Their senior
level representatives and subject matter experts
worked with their mentee over a 12-month
time-frame, to help them meet their individual and business goals.
READ MORE...
D/FW MSDC
MENTORING EXPERIENCE
At the recent The Dallas/Fort Worth Minority Supplier Diversity Council E Awards Gala,
the Council recognized thirteen Mega Deals
that had been accomplished by AT&T, Dallas
Area Rapid Transit (DART) and PepsiCo. These 13
Mega Deals represented $7 billion in spend with D/FW MSDC certified ethnic minority-owned
businesses.
READ MORE...
2019 Mega Deals Represent $7 Billion in Spend
with Minority-Owned
Businesses
The Crowther Group, D/FW MSDC 2018 E Awards Supplier of the Year – Class 2, recently was
named the 2019 NMSDC Regional Supplier
of the Year at the National Conference in
Atlanta, GA. The Crowther Group is a
commercial general contractor headquartered
in Dallas, Texas.
READ MORE...
The Crowther Group Named Regional Supplier of the Year
Congratulations to ShaRon Richardson, the Dallas/Fort Worth Minority Supplier
Development Council's Construction Services
Specialist, for being selected as a one of the
Regional Hispanic Contractors Association's
Luna Awards nominees.
ShaRon Richardson, D/FW MSDCConstruction Services Specialist
Nominated for the RHCA Luna Awards
The Asian American Contractors Association of Texas (AACATX) recently honored Margo J. Posey,
President of the Dallas/Fort Worth Minority
Supplier Development Council, DFW
International Airport, North Texas NTTA and
others at their Awards Luncheon held in
October. The Awards recognized individuals
and organizations for their outstanding
contributions to our community and to the
M/WBE construction sector. READ MORE...
AACATX Annual Awards Honors D/FW MSDC President
Announcing the brand-new DART Silver Line to the public in Plano, Richardson, Dallas,
Addison and Carrollton at a LIVE event held by
DART proved to be an exciting challenge and
groundbreaking ceremony captured by the
Laguna Media Group.
READ MORE...
The Laguna Media Group Delivers Groundbreaking Announcement
for DART
2019 Buy Those That Buy UsTM
Additional Assistance
The Dallas/Fort Worth Council is continually working to provide services and tools that help our stakeholders. This includes expert consultation support and enhanced connection tools.
Join the D/FW MSDC Membership Community
BUYING ENTITIES — Now you can have access to more than 900 D/FW MSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprises online – Available 24/7
MBEs — Help buyers locate you for opportunities! Plus, now your business profile can show what you really do!
Expert Consultation
D/FW MSDC offers expert assistance in developing your personalized bonding package for submission to a bonding broker, based upon your individual needs and circumstances.
- One-on-one assistance provided by an experienced professional with proven results.
- Upon “readiness,” introduction and connection to a bonding underwriter.
- If needed, assistance with steps to make you “bond ready” quicker.
- NO CHARGE for assessment/readiness support for D/FW MSDC certified MBEs.
QUESTIONS? Call 866.448.7113 (Live operator available 24/7)
Register Here