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Content.{Whats Inside} BREAKING NEWS Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council Appoints Evette Beckett-Tuggle as New President Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council announced that Evette Beckett-Tuggle will serve as the organization’s new President and CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2012. BeckettTuggle holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Drama from Tufts University . Her business leadership is underscored by both corporate and government sector experience. Most recently, she served in two capacities at Nassau County , New York as the executive director of the Business Development Unit for the Office of Economic Development and as the acting director of the Office of Minority Affairs. “I am excited about moving the mission of CMSDC forward in adding value to the supply chain requirements of corporations while facilitating the development of a level playing field for minority business enterprises poised to create tomorrow’s jobs,” Beckett-Tuggle said. “Creating the future of a robust economy where innovation inspires cooperative partnerships and job creation is something to feel passionate about.” Farad Ali, CMSDC board chairman said, “We’re pleased to welcome Evette Beckett-Tuggle to the CMSDC family and to support her vision for enhancing supplier diversity in the Carolinas . CMSDC is a corporate member organization that

FROM THE PUBLISHER Welcome to the Winter Edition of Business Opportunity Magazine (BOM) - a product of the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council. We are delighted to present our third issue that features successful MBEs, and committed corporate members. We encourage you to read it cover-to-cover- and display it as a tabletop piece in your offices. We trust it will be of interest to your colleagues, customers and clients alike. BOM joins the membership in welcoming Evette BeckettTuggle to the CMSDC family and we support her vision for enhancing supplier diversity in the Carolinas. Her experience and background will help us advance our efforts to increase opportunities for MBEs and corporate members. Business Opportunity Magazine is designed to help promote CMSDC member firms; MBEs and corporations showcase the good work we do—individually and together. So use BOM to tell your success stories and maximize your reach. Send us your news releases. Our goal is to serve as a vehicle for CMSDC to connect regional and national supplier diversity representatives with qualified MBEs. The Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council is a stand out among the 37 affiliates of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), which is headquartered in New York. Since inception of the National Minority Supplier Development Council more than 1.2 trillion has been spent with MBEs through the respective councils across the United States through 2009. Can and should it be more? Of course. That can only happen with our work through organizations like the CMSDC. The Business Opportunity Magazine is a great way to showcase those efforts. So MBEs get your business out in front of our corporate members and other MBEs. For corporate members we look forward to highlighting your successful partnerships and procurement opportunities, as well. Think of BOM as a tool to use in the development of your business.

values the positive impact that supplier diversity has on

What’s your story?

meeting business requirements for increasing revenue and decreasing costs through utilization of established MBEs.”

CONTENTS

James Hardy CEO, Maxim Communications Group, Inc.

Success Story

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CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE

INITIATIVE (CMEDI)

CMSDC STAFF

CAROLINAS’ MSDC CORPORATE MEMBERS

ABOUT US

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE 2011 CAROLINAS’ MSDC BOARD OF DIRECTORS SHIFT! ANNUAL MEETING AGENDA MBEIC RAC CHAIRS CHARLOTTE MINORITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

KEY LOGISTICS PARTNERING WITH BOEING SOUTH CAROLINA

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IT FORWARD

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Open to different people, different beliefs and different perspectives. And we stand by that. We are a company that values and embraces diversity because it is good for our business. Our franchisees, customers, employees, and suppliers represent all heritages. Diversity has not only been good for our business, but has also helped us make a positive impact in the communities we serve. Denny's Is honored to be recoQnlzed as

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Lead.{From The Chair}

SHIFT! T

he year 2012 represents a significant “SHIFT: Exceeding Expectations, Gaining Leverage” for Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council, so please join me in welcoming our new

president and CEO, Evette Beckett-Tuggle, to the CMSDC family! I want to thank you for remaining active and engaged with CMSDC and for helping us to arrive at this point. There is a sense of excitement and anticipation for what will be a very good year for business. Not only will we elevate our status as the premier minority business development organization in the Carolinas and the NMSDC network, we will serve as a model for other groups that endeavor to strengthen and grow minority businesses. This will be a year of positive transition to further enhance supplier

FARAD ALI Chairman, Board of Directors Carolinas MSDC

diversity in the Carolinas. Our new economy will stand firm on the foundation of collaboration between corporations and minority-owned businesses focused on creating jobs, expanding opportunities for wealth creation, and doing business better. During our annual meeting and upcoming regional events, make it a priority to introduce yourself to our new president, Evette

PLEASE JOIN ME IN WELCOMING OUR NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO, EVETTE BECKETT-TUGGLE, TO THE CMSDC FAMILY!

Beckett-Tuggle,

and

proactively

seek

out

opportunities to network and do business with other MBEs. CMSDC is a platform for enterprise and economic development, so don’t be afraid to tell your success story and maximize the power of access and relationships with regional and national supplier diversity representatives. To our corporate members, I express my sincerest appreciation for your support and commitment to

provide a level playing field for business. To our MBEs, I offer my deepest respect and admiration for the quality, creativity and effort you put into providing excellent products and services. To all, I encourage you to make the most out of our time together as we SHIFT into a profitable and prosperous new year. Sincerely, Farad Ali Carolinas MSDC Board Chairman

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About.{CMSDC} CAROLINAS MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL HISTORY

REGIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEES he first Minority Purchasing

Foothills Region (Greenville /

Council in the Carolinas was

Spartanburg, SC)

formed August 23, 1973, at a

Metrolina Region (Charlotte, NC)

luncheon given by Burlington

Midlands Region (Columbia, SC)

Industries in Greensboro. The group

Piedmont Region (Raleigh / Durham/

decided to form the Triad Regional

Research Triangle Park, NC)

Council that included Greensboro,

Triad Region (Greensboro / Winston-Salem /

High Point, and Winston-Salem, North

High Point, NC)

Carolina as its membership base. In 1977, the Triad Regional Minority

NATIONAL NETWORK

Purchasing was incorporated in the

The Carolinas Minority Supplier

State of North Carolina as a nonprofit

Development Council is one of 37

organization and later changed to

affiliates of the National Minority Supplier

include Metrolina and the Piedmont

Development Council (NMSDC), which

Councils. Two people were hired out

is headquartered in New York. There are

of a central office in Greensboro.

approximately 3,500 corporate members

During the following years (1978-79),

throughout the network, including more

Charleston and Columbia were added.

than 200 of the top Fortune 500 companies

The organization changed its name

as national members. Nationwide, there

to the Carolinas Minority Supplier

are more than 16,000 minority-owned

Development Councils, Inc. and in late

businesses certified by regional councils.

1981 relocated to Charlotte. Today

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the CMSDC services both North and

OUR PURPOSE

South Carolina through five Regions

Through a variety of programs and activities,

- Foothills, Metrolina, Midlands,

the Council provides major corporations

Piedmont, and Triad. Programs and

and certified minority suppliers with various

services are administered from the

opportunities to build mutual and productive

headquarters office, which is still located

working relationships. The Council creates a

in Charlotte, and through the five

unique partnership in economic development

regions. The CMSDC office is staffed

by consolidating and blending the interests

full-time and supervised by a President/

and resources of major corporations and

CEO. CMSDC’s current membership

minority-owned businesses. For the major

includes approximately 200 corporate

buying organizations, the Council serves as

members and agencies, and over 500

a viable and credible source for identifying

certified vendors. Over the years the

and certifying the authenticity of minority

CMSDC has made numerous strides in

suppliers. The Council functions as a ‘clearing

the development of minority businesses

house’ of pertinent minority purchasing

and is looked upon as one of the most

information and as a means for expanding

progressive business organizations in

their base of competitive suppliers. For the

the country. The CMSDC was named

minority suppliers, the Council represents an

“National Council of the Year” in 1991

avenue for MBEs to increase sales to major

and 1992.

buying organizations.

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Focus.{The President’s Desk}

Evette Beckett-Tuggle President & CEO Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council

“The propelling forward to higher heights requires new ways of conducting business” Welcome to the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council’s 2012 Annual Meeting Luncheon and MBE Scholarship Gala. I am honored to serve as your new President and look forward to meeting and working with you to continue the legacy of leadership through partnership with our corporate members and of growth and development for the minority business enterprises that are so vital to job creation and the growth and sustainability of our economy. The theme of our annual meeting is SHIFT! Exceeding Expectations Gaining Leverage. Inherent in this year’s theme is the need to take it up a notch. The propelling forward to higher heights requires new ways of conducting business, the receptivity to new thought processes, technologies and ideas and a willingness to take risks to gain leverage and to reach our full potential. The collective power to exceed expectations is here today. Creating the future of a robust economy where innovation inspires cooperative partnerships and job creation is something we can all feel passionate about. I am excited about moving the mission of CMSDC forward in adding value to the supply chain requirements of corporations while facilitating the development of a level playing field for minority business enterprises. On behalf of the CMSDC team, we thank you for your support of the organization through the years. The changing dynamics of our country’s demographics and subsequent rapid growth of minority-owned businesses place all of us, corporate members, MBEs and the CMSDC team, in exactly the right place, at exactly the right time, to lead a national shift in the commitment to Supplier Diversity. We look forward to making the shift with you. Best regards, Evette Beckett-Tuggle President & CEO Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council A PUBLICATION OF THE THE CAROLINAS MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

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Direction.{Board of Directors}

Team 2012

FARAD ALI Chairman

EVETTE BECKETT-TUGGLE President & CEO

MICHELLE HUNT 1st Vice Chair Denny’s

CHIQUITHA LLOYD Secretary Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

MARC ENSIGN Treasurer Sonoco

LARRY FAIRLEY MBEIC Chair Marketing Resource Solutions, LLC

T.J. WATKINS Enterprise Holdings

MAMMIE PRICE SCANA

OKEATTA BROWN Well’s Fargo

TED CLAYPOOLE Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC

JAMES HARDY Maxim Communications Group, Inc.

RAY LATTIMORE Marketplace Staffing Services, Inc.

ADRIAN WOOLCOCK ProSidian Consulting

GEOFF FOSTER Core Technology Molding Group, LLC

TIFFANY EUBANKS Bank of America

ANDREW GRIER Duke Energy

SHERRIE DUNCAN Progress Energy

TONY HAYES NC Indian Economic Development BOM WINTER 2012

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Our Mission

Our mission is to expand business opportunities for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and create mutually beneficial links between Corporate Members and MBEs. The ultimate outcome is to add economic value to the supply chain while increasing economic opportunities for the minority business community.

General Goals

Identify, certify and assist in the development of high quality MBEs in a wide range of product and service areas Assess the needs and objectives of Corporate Members regarding their supplier requirements and identify appropriate MBE suppliers in response to those needs Develop and implement programs, tools and events that market the value of supplier diversity and promotes the successful programs of our current members, in order to increase member participation Measure and track business opportunities provided to certified MBEs to ensure continued economic growth each year A PUBLICATION OF THE THE CAROLINAS MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

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Not just healthcare.

At Merck, we work hard to keep the world well. How? By providing people all around the globe with innovative prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer care and animal health products. We also provide leading healthcare solutions that make a difference. And we do it by listening to patients, physicians and our other partners — and anticipating their needs.

We believe our responsibility includes making sure that our products reach people who need them, regardless of where they live or their ability to pay. So we’ve created many far-reaching programs and partnerships to accomplish this. You can learn more about them at merck.com. The recent merger between Merck and ScheringPlough expands and strengthens our capabilities to help make the world a healthier place. Our goals are clear and our commitment is fierce. We are dedicated to solving problems and pursuing new answers.

information and vaccines free or MINORITY at a discount, visit merckhelps.com 10 For BOM WINTER 2012about getting Merck medicines A PUBLICATION OF THE THEfor CAROLINAS SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL or call 1-800-50-MERCK. Copyright © 2010 Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc. All Rights Reserved. 21050590(28)-09/10-COR

Schedule.{Annual Meeting & Gala} KEYNOTE

Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council PRESENTS

2012 Annual Meeting and MBE Scholarship Gala

Shift!

EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS GAINING LEVERAGE January 19th 2012 Hilton Center City, Charlotte NC

MICHAEL ROBINSON

9:00 AM Registration

Michael K. Robinson is Program Director, Global Supplier Diversity for IBM’s Integrated Supply Chain. He is responsible for leading IBM’s supplier diversity initiatives in the U.S., Latin America, Canada, Europe, Asia and South Africa. In this role, Michael and his team will continue IBM’s focus on globalization of supplier diversity, mentoring and development, and education. Under Michael’s leadership, IBM has been selected for numerous awards such as Corporation of the Year by the NMSDC, one of the Top Corporations by WBENC, received the Francis Perkins Van Guard Award by the SBA, NY/NJ MSDC Corporation of the Year, Michigan MBC IT Corporation of the Year, one of Asian Enterprises Top Corporations, and one of DiversityBusiness.com’s Top Corporations to name a few. IBM spent in excess of $2Billion worldwide with diverse enterprises since 2006. Also IBM has spent in excess of $1B annually with diverse enterprises in the U.S. since 2000. Michael has over 25 years of IBM experience within various disciplines. His previous positions include: Manufacturing Manager, Procurement and Production Control Manager in Charlotte, NC; Distribution Manager in Boulder, CO; ECAT Site Procurement Manager in Charlotte, NC; Materials Manager in San Jose, CA; Business Services Council Chair in Charlotte, NC and Federal Procurement Manager in Bethesda, MD.

9:30 AM Leveraging Your Certification for Growth presented by the Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee 9:30 AM The Power of Supplier Diversity Keynote Speaker Michael Robinson, Program Director Global Supplier Diversity, IBM 12:00 PM Annual Meeting Luncheon 6:00 PM MBE Scholarship Gala & Silent Auction Mint Museum Uptown www.carolinasmsdc.org

Michael, on behalf of IBM, has been part of the National Minority Supplier Development Council’s International Committee, making IBM a founding member of every organization started internationally by the NMSDC. Chief among these are, CAMSC (Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council) in Canada, MSD-UK (Minority Supplier Diversity-United Kingdom) in the UK, MSD-China (Minority Supplier Diversity-China) in China, and AIMSC (Australian Indigenous Minority Supplier Council) in Australia. He also participated on NMSDC trips to Brazil, Canada, United Kingdom, and to South Africa twice, and China three times. Likewise, he also participated in

the Women’s Business Development’s (WBENC) trade mission to India. Michael attended the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia; received his BS from Cheyney University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and his MBA from Atlanta University, Atlanta, Georgia. As Program Director for IBM’s Global Supplier Diversity Program, Michael has received exceptional recognition and awards for his expertise, leadership, and passion for supplier diversity. Most significant is having been named the National Supplier Diversity Leader of the Year by the National Minority Supplier Development Council twice in the last 3 years.

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Mission Statement

The Carolinas MBEIC is committed to wealth generation by serving the certified businesses it represents and creating revenue generation opportunities across all levels of business.

Vision Statement

The Carolinas MBEIC is nationally respected as the preeminent source of qualified and capable businesses with a global footprint. 12

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The MBEIC is a Standing Committee of the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council (CMSDC), Inc., a Carolina not-for-profit corporation headquartered in Charlotte, NC. This Committee functions to provide input to the Board of Directors of the CMSDC through its elected board members. The purpose and mission of the MBEIC is to provide advice and guidance to the programs operating under the auspices of the CMSDC and to conduct such other activities that the Committee adopts in the furtherance of its goals to enhance minority economic development, provided such actions do not impair the 501ÂŠ (3) tax-exempt status of the CMSDC.

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MBEIC Chairman {Larry D. Fairley} Happy New Year!

elcome to the CMSDC Annual Meeting and Scholarship Gala. We are excited about 2012, the future of the council and minority business.

2012 brings about change, opportunity and a rejuvenation of the MBEIC. The MBEIC is excited to welcome Evette Beckett-Tuggle as its new president. Evette’s corporate background, education and experience in diversity and inclusion provides the MBEIC with the change required and opportunity needed in order to more effectively address the needs of MBEs. The MBEIC will be launching several new initiatives this year. These initiatives are aimed at increasing business opportunities for MBE’s, providing more educational and developmental resources and growing more minority businesses to scale. These initiatives include; development of MBE industry groups, MBE orientations, MBEIC newsletters and support for strategic alliances and joint ventures. These are just a few of the initiatives that the MBEIC will undertake this year. Again, the MBEIC is excited about 2012! A healing economy, new leadership and rejuvenated commitment makes for greater opportunities for MBEs. Please get involved by participating in your RAC, volunteering on committees or for events, and providing your ideas and suggestions to your RAC MBEIC Chair. Your help is needed as we SHIFT to another level.

GET INVOLVED!

MBEIC Organizational Structure CMSDC MBEIC Chair Larry Fairley Foothills RAC Chair Ray Lattimore Metrolina RAC Chair Adrian Woolcock Midlands RAC Chair James Hardy Piedmont RAC Chair Open Triad RAC Chair Geoff Foster

Committees P/R Marketing MBE Summit Industry Groups Government affairs Education/MBE Development Elections Committee Supplier of the Year Review Gala

Larry D. Fairley, president of Marketing Resource Solutions, LLC, has over 25 years of experience in the direct marketing, printing and advertising industries. During his extensive career, Larry worked for some of the nation’s largest direct marketing and printing firms before founding MRS. He has worked in various capacities including sales, sales management, manufacturing management, and operations management. Larry earned a MBA in Business Administration from LaSalle University, Philadelphia, PA, a BSBA in Advertising Management from Thomas Edison State College, Trenton, NJ, and an AAS in Printing Technologies from Chowan College, Murfreesboro, NC. He also attended Wake Forest University’s Babcock School of Management in Winston Salem, NC where he completed the final year of his graduate degree. Continuous education is important to Larry and as a result, he completed Advance Management Training programs at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business. Giving back to the community is a priority for Larry. Currently, he is an active board member for Carolina’s Minority Supplier Development Council where he serves as council MBEIC. He is the past chair of Habitat for Humanity of High Point, Archdale and Trinity and the Carolinas Direct Marketing Association. He is also a former board director of the McKendree Village Foundation. About Marketing Resource Solutions, LLC Marketing Resource Solutions with offices in Greensboro, NC, Raleigh, NC and Nashville, TN specializes in advertising and marketing solutions––utilizing its core competencies to develop, manage and deliver comprehensive marketing communications strategies. The company is a resource to its clients providing services that include market research, development of strategic marketing plans, messaging and copywriting, innovative creative solutions, interactive media solutions along with commercial and direct mail printing programs. A PUBLICATION OF THE THE CAROLINAS MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

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Benefits. The National Minority Supplier Development Council’s Certification Policy and Procedures Manual, is firmly adhered to by its 37 affiliated Councils for the certification of minority-owned businesses. Standardized Procedures assure consistent and identical review and certification of minority-owned businesses throughout the NMSDC Network. The NMSDC is the only national minority business development organization providing certification throughout the U.S. where MBEs are genuinely minority-owned and operated, and ready to do business. Access Certified MBEs are listed in the Regional Council Minority Supplier Database. Advanced Management Education Program Customized executive education, with highly intensive training and technical assistance for CEOs of minoirityowned firms. Business Opportunity Fairs Allow minority entrepreneurs to present themselves to hundreds of prospective buyers in a short time. Inclusion To the Minority Business Information System (MBISYS®), NMSDC’s national database of certified minority suppliers. Network Opportunities Provide expansion of relationship-building opportunities with corporate buyers.

Working Capital Loans To certified minority businesses which have contracts with NMSDC national and regional corporate members, through the Business Consortium Fund, as well as longer-term financing through the BCF’s Specialized Small Business Investment Company (SSBIC). Business Opportunity Magazine (BOM) Currently published twice annually gives MBEs an opportunity to showcase their skills. Send us your press releases or buy an ad guarantted to reach thousands of eyes. And a Variety of Other Activities To bring corporate purchasing people together with representatives of minority businesses, in both formal and informal settings, to foster the development of long-term, mutually beneficial business relations.

Strengthening our supply chain through diversity Good for our community. Good for our customers. Good for business. We recognize that a diverse supply chain connects us to our communities and enhances our ability to earn customer loyalty and achieve our business goals. We’re making it happen and forming relationships with key diversity councils that support minority-owned and women-owned businesses in order to 14 BOM WINTER 2012 development and Aimproved PUBLICATIONcompetition OF THE THE CAROLINAS MINORITY SUPPLIERchain. DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL encourage economic within the supply

Triad.{Greensboro, NC} Geoff Foster President and CEO, Core Technology Molding Corp. Raliegh, NC

n 2006, Geoff took the entrepreneurial route and started a plastic injection molding solutions company. His company became certified as a Minority Business Enterprise by the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. In 2007, Foster went into a joint venture with Bright Plastics and formed Core Technology Molding Group, LLC where he is the Chief Executive Officer and President. Core has quickly grown and has large customers like TE Connectivity (formerly Tyco Electronics) as well as their largest customer, Bausch & Lomb Global Surgical Products and Novant Healthcare . There is a Class 100,000 Clean Room that is ISO13485 certified for Medical Devices as well as ISO 9001:2008 certified. Core Technology also provides parts to Consolidated Metco who is a Tier I supplier to Volvo Trucks, Mack Trucks, Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt and Daimler. In August 2009, Core Technology Molding Corp. was named the Minority Supplier of the Year-Class I at the Business Opportunity Conference in Charlotte, NC by the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. Foster is the MBEIC Chair of the TRAC (Triad Region-Greensboro, Winston-Salem & High Point) and has held a seat on the CMSDC Board of Directors since 2009. CMSDC has opened doors that were not easily opened in the past. The Council puts you in touch with key decision-makers who have ultimate purchasing responsibilty. The Business Opportunity Meetings and MBE Summit provide networking opportunities that are valuable. During the Business Opportunity Conference, there are Industry Group Meetings and training sessions that provide mentoring and face-to-face conversations. By attending the National Minority Supplier Development Council Annual Conference every year, the MBEIC Chairs can bring that pertinant information back to their own RAC. During RAC meetings, we are able to share success stories and â&#x20AC;&#x153;My CMSDCâ&#x20AC;? stories to encourage others and discuss best practices in the industry.

2012 Schedule of Events Feb. 8th

Tyco BOM Business Opportunity Meeting

April

BB&T BOM Business Opportunity Meeting

June 6th

Business Opportunity Meeting

September 18th

Business Opportunity Meeting

December 13th Holiday Reception

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Metrolina.{Charlotte, NC} Adrian Woolcock Managing Principal Prosidian Consulting Charlotte, NC Adrian Woolcock is Managing Principal of ProSidian Consulting. For over sixteen years, he has brought his clients deep industry expertise, a healthy balance of business and technology solutions, and a collaborative, teaming style that clients say distinguishes him from his peers.

2012 Schedule of Events Jan. 19th

Annual Meeting and MBE Scholarship Gala

March 7th Pro-Forum

March 28th

Survive and Thrive Business Showcase

June-13th

Changing the Dynamics

Sept. 18th

Carolinas Health Care

Sept.

Rubbermaid Match-Maker

Oct.

Time Warner Cable Conference & Business Opportunity Meeting

November

Metrolina Signature event

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He brings to the consulting profession years of experience with roles in business process reengineering at the Department of Defense; energy initiatives at Enron Corporation, NRG energy, and MeadWestvaco; and managing IT Audits at The Department of Interior. He has led strategic engagements for Fortune 500 Clients while at KPMG, LLP and as a Senior Manager in Ernst & Young’s Global Center of Excellence. As a former Principal at SunGard Consulting, he focused on initiatives for Risk, Compliance, and Business Process for large organizations in various industries. Woolcock maintains strong involvement in community service as an active member of The Mint Museum Romare Bearden Society promoting cultural awareness and open access to the arts in the Charlotte Community; membership in the National Black MBA Association; Charlotte Chamber Of Commerce - Legislative Agenda Task Force; Young Professional in Energy (YPE), and American Association of Blacks In Energy (AABE). Adrian is a member of Leadership Charlotte’s Class XXXII; serves on the Board of Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council (CMSDC), and is the CMSDC Metrolina RAC MBEIC Chair. Adrian holds a B.A. in Business Management from Rice University and MBA in Finance from the University Of Houston Bauer College Of Business. In addition, he has completed Advanced Management Training at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. The Metrolina Charlotte RAC continues to be proactive-- competitively positioning minority businesses and corporate leaders across the Carolinas to foster partnerships that lead to increased opportunities for both parties. New business initiatives impact our community such as new energy technologies, distributive education services; services for technology support, health care, as well as transportation and infrastructure initiatives. If by 2050, Minorities in the United States are estimated to become the Majority, then ensuring the viability of Minority Business Enterprises is a matter of economic priority. Therefore, in order to take advantage of opportunities in the domestic and global economy, American businesses must be positioned with appropriate resources and opportunities to survive, prosper, innovate, grow to scale, and become a part of the economic system. The pendulum continues to shift and jobs continue to be sent abroad; the knowledge economy has emerged; the centers of knowledge, however, continue a global dispersion. Therefore, when you consider that 95 percent of the world’s potential customers live outside the United States, it is hard to imagine that no one would embrace the viability of American business. It is equally easy to then realize that we must support diverse businesses in the communities we work and live. However; small, women, minority, and veteran owned business, too, must do their part. Key Take Away: “If I had eight hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend six hours sharpening my ax” -- Abraham Lincoln

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NMSDC.{Affiliated Councils} As an active Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), you may apply for Reciprocal Service Status with any of the affiliate councils. Obtaining Reciprocal Service with affiliate councils provides a means for an MBE to expand its business by providing an opportunity to meet with affiliated corporate buyers and MBEs and expanding its professional network. Once certified, the MBE is not required to certify again with the affiliate council. Instead, the MBE can apply for Reciprocal Service. However, the MBE is required to maintain its active status with its home council. Just as Minority Certification requires an annual renewal to maintain an active status, Reciprocal Service also requires an annual renewal. Also, please note that Reciprocal Services (certification) will expire on the same day as your home Council Certification expiration date. Check with the affiliate council for reciprocal fees and other details. ALABAMA

MISSOURI

South Regions Minority Business Council, Inc. Birmingham:(205) 957-1882

Mid American Business Dev. Council Kansas City:(816) 221-4200

ARIZONA

St. Louis Minority Business Council St. Louis:(314) 241-1143

ARKANSAS

Great Plains Minority Supplier Dev. Council, Inc. Omaha:(402) 614-9355

CALIFORNIA

Nevada Minority Business Council, Inc. Las Vegas:(702) 894-4477

Northern California Supplier Dev. Council Oakland: (510) 686-2555

NY and NJ Minority Supplier Dev. Council New York:(212) 502-5663

Greater San Diego Business Dev. Council San Diego: (619) 293-0781

Upstate New York Regional Minority Purchasing Council Buffalo:(716) 871-4120

COLORADO

NORTH CAROLINA/SOUTH CAROLINA

Grand Canyon Minority Supplier Dev. Council Phoenix: (602) 495-9950 Arkansas Regional Minority Supplier Dev. Council, Inc. Little Rock:(501) 374-7026 Southern California Minority Business Dev. Council Los Angeles:(213) 689-6960

Rocky Mountain Minority Supplier Dev. Council Denver:(303) 623-3132

CONNECTICUT

NEBRASKA NEVADA

NEW YORK

Carolinas Minority Supplier Dev. Councils, Inc. Charlotte:(704) 549-1000

OHIO

Connecticut Minority Supplier Dev. Council Hamden:(203) 288-9744

Northern Ohio Minority Business Council Cleveland:(216) 363-6300

FLORIDA

South Central Ohio Minority Business Council Columbus:(614) 225-6959

Florida Minority Supplier Dev. Council Orlando:(407) 245-6062

Oklahoma Minority Supplier Dev. Council Oklahoma City: (405) 767-9900

Florida Regional Minority Business Council Miami:(305) 762-6151

GEORGIA

Georgia Minority Supplier Dev. Council Atlanta:(404) 589-4929

ILLINOIS

Chicago Minority Business Dev. Council Chicago:(312) 755-8880

INDIANA

Indiana Regional Minority Supplier Dev. Council Indianapolis:(317) 923-2110

KENTUCKY

Kentuckiana Minority Business Council Louisville:(502) 625-0135

LOUISIANA

Louisiana Minority Business Council New Orleans:(504) 523-7110

MARYLAND/DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Maryland/DC Minority Supplier Dev. Council Silver Spring, MD: (301) 592-6700

OKLAHOMA

PENNSYLVANIA

Minority Supplier Dev. Council of PA-NJ-DE Philadelphia: (215) 569-1005 Pittsburgh Regional Minority Purchasing Council (412) 391-4423

PUERTO RICO

Puerto Rico Supplier Dev. Council San Juan:(787) 627-7272

TENNESSEE

Tennessee Minority Supplier Dev. Council Nashville:(615) 259-4699

TEXAS

Central & South Texas Minority Business Council Austin: (512) 386-8766 Dallas/Fort Worth Minority Business Council Dallas:(214) 630-0747

MASSACHUSETTS

Houston Minority Business Council Houston:(713) 271-7805

MICHIGAN

Virginia Minority Supplier Dev. Council Richmond:(804) 320-2100

MINNESOTA

Northwest Minority Business Council Tukwila:(206) 575-7748

New England Minority Supplier Dev. Council Boston:(617) 578-8900 Michigan Minority Business Dev. Council Detroit:(313) 873-3200 Minnesota Minority Supplier Dev. Council Minneapolis:(612) 465-8881

VIRGINIA

WASHINGTON

WISCONSIN

Wisconsin Supplier Dev. Council Madison:(608) 241-5858

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Foothills.{Greenville/Spartanburg, SC} Ray Lattimore President and CEO, Marketplace Staffing Greenville, SC

native of Greenville, Ray earned his B.A. degree in Business Administration from Southern Wesleyan University, and has completed Advanced Management Training at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. He holds two degrees from Greenville Technical College, and is a legislative appointee to the Greenville Technical College Area Commission.

2012 Schedule of Events Feb. 14th

Michelin Business Opportunity Meeting

March

Bi-LO Awards Luncheon

May 9th

Business Opportunity Meeting

May

CEO BMW Driving Event

Dec. MBE Summit

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He began his professional career with the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company before founding Marketplace Staffing in 1996. A Liberty Fellow and graduate of Leadership South Carolina and Leadership Greenville, he has earned the Senior Professional of Human Resources (SPHR) credential. He is a director of numerous organizations, including the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, the United Way, Fountain Inn Chamber, and Greenville Area Development Corporation. Ray is also renowned for helping support minority businesses, and chairs the Foothills Regional Advisory Committee for the CMSDC. He has served on the CMSDC Board since 2007, and is a former Foothills Region MBEIC chair. The Foothills RAC works proactively with minority businesses and corporate leaders across the Carolinas to foster partnerships that lead to increased business opportunities for both parties…identifying and nurturing collaborative partnerships with leaders in economic development, education, corporate America and the public sector. Our recently hosted Business Opportunity Conference and Minority Business Summit drew record participation, media attention and corporate support and attendance from across the Carolinas. We have defined responsibilities for leaders and members, and recruited high-profile, action-oriented individuals to fill those slots. Yet with all these successes, the Foothills RAC believes minority businesses need more. We must go beyond just bringing MBEs together with corporations and facilitate making business happen between the two parties. We need to open more doors, and create more opportunity. We need professional, targeted marketing and communications to take efforts to the next level. We need to systematically invest to enhance our image. And we must pursue minority businesses gaining audiences with – and business from – corporate partners. We must always seek significant, tangible progress for our brothers and sisters.

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Midlands.{Columbia/Florence/Charleston, SC} James B. Hardy, IV President and CEO, Maxim Communications Group. Inc. Columbia, SC

orn in Columbia, Jim has more than 20 years of branding, publishing and advertising experience. Jim started his career as a creative professional in 1987 and also co-founded and co-published SC Business Vision Magazine for 8 years, highlighting the corporate and minority business community across South Carolina. Founding Maxim Communications Group in 1999, his graphic design has been a cornerstone of signature events for more than 2 decades. The firm has won numerous accolades and honors from its industry peers including; several Gold Addy Awards, International Public Relations and Marketing Excellence (P.R.A.M.E.) awards, Minority Business of the Year from the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, the Presidential Citation from the South Carolina Business Network Association (SCBNA) and “Public Participation Project of the Year” in partnership with Wilbur Smith Associates through the American Council of Engineering Companies South Carolina (ACEC-SC). He served on the Board of Directors of the Columbia City Ballet, the Board of Trustees for EngenuitySC and formerly chairing the city of Columbia’s Hospitality Tax Committee which annually grants more than 2.5 million dollars to art and cultural organizations. Jim has a diversity of leadership experiences. He has also served on the Board of Directors of the National Alliance of Market Developers (NAMD) in which he Chaired the National conference in Columbia. Jim is currently an affiliate member of (ACEC-SC), where the firm supports engineers and planners in Public Participation projects throughout the state.

2012 Schedule of Events April

How and Who to Certify with? Business Opportunity Meeting

May

Sonoco Reverse Trade Show

June

Palmetto Health Business Opportunity Meeting

Jim studied Graphic Communications at Clemson University and has completed the Kuffman FastTrac Entreprenurial Institute and Dartmouth College’s prestigious Tuck School of Business Executive Training for Minority Businesses.

July 30-Aug 1

The Midlands RAC is excited about its goals for 2012. As the RAC prepares to host the Business Opportunity Conference this year in Charleston, SC, it poses an excellent opportunity for MBEs to forge significant relationships for future business. We will also host the 2013 Annual Meeting and Gala in Columbia. With the addition of key corporate partners and continuous economic development efforts in the region, we will continue to advocate for, and position MBEs to do business with our total membership base.

January 17th, 2013

Business Opportunity Conference Charleston, SC

Annual Mtg & Gala

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Staying True To The Differences That Make Us Unique. Every one of us has something special to offer. With diverse backgrounds, every voice and every action brings an individual’s perspective to play. At Enterprise, we embrace this thinking by being an inclusive company. Everyone has the opportunity to make a contribution – and a world of difference.

Proud SuPPorter of the CarolinaS Minority SuPPlier develoPMent CounCil Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a socially responsible corporation. For more information please visit enterprise.com. ©2010 Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company A03667 01/10 JM

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Creativity is Fluid

Whether you want to saturate a market or exploit a smaller niche for your product or service – high quality creative is a necessary element in defining your value proposition. As a creative agency, we will work with you to acheive your marketing goals through strategic and business-focused graphic design and creative development. Whether it’s an Annual Report or a simple Product Sheet, we will give your project the attention to detail that your customers expect from your brand. So, if you are an MBE or a Fortune 100 Corporation, give us a call. WE WILL GIVE YOUR COMPANY THE SPLASH THAT IT DESERVES.

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Innovation.{CMEDI}

The Spark In March 2010, upon receiving an award from and

While Mr. Johnson may have lacked sensitivity in his

making a speech to the Urban Leadership Institute,

remarks, there was certainly no question that they

Bob Johnson, the former owner of the Charlotte

were centered on truth. This truth prompted the

Bobcats, made a controversial comment that

group to consider an effective approach for quickly

Charlotte’s business community was “arrogant” and

addressing those issues.

“incestuous” and that, “the city doesn’t do enough for existing and potential minority-owned businesses.”

Because the Charlotte business community had its

He expanded on these remarks, implying that there

own unique challenges, it was necessary to develop

was an apparent lack of access to market opportunities

a customized program. The customized model

and capital to these businesses. These comments

adopted was patterned after the Cincinnati (Ohio)

seemed to sparked outrage among some, and

Minority Business Accelerator program (“MBA” or

confirmation among others. Yet, it became a call to

“Accelerator”), established in 2005. The Accelerator

action among the city’s most prominent business and

achieved such great success in Cincinnati that it

political leaders.

was expanded into Cleveland, Ohio, and other cities nationwide currently use it as a model.

The Awakening What emerged from months of intense debate and caucusing around the underlying truths, associated with these comments, was a spirited effort, lead by the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce and the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council (CMSDC) to do something. That “something” involved bringing together representation from all areas of the community to develop a way forward, with a determination to effectively demonstrate that the City is committed to building a sustainable worldclass business environment for all. The key outcomes from this group was that there was, in fact, a deficit in public and private sector spend among minorityowned businesses, as well as an even larger gap in these firms’ ability to access capital.

The Launch of CMEDI – A New Era of Inclusion for Charlotte MBEs The Accelerator inspired the birth of the Charlotte Minority Economic Development Initiative (CMEDI), which represents a meaningful tool in the City’s overall effort to ensure that Charlotte becomes recognized on a global basis as a highly inclusive business culture. The pilot CMEDI was formally launched in June of 2011 and is facilitated by the CMSDC. The Charlotte Chamber of Commerce and CMSDC work hand-inhand to raise awareness of the CMEDI program in the community and secure funding to sustain the program over time. Johnson Controls, Inc., a world class leader in supplier diversity, played a major role in laying the ground work, advising and facilitating the initial roll out the CMEDI program.

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The CMEDI program is comprised of 14 corporations

presented by those corporations, the MBEs are reaping

and, 18 MBEs. Participating corporations include, Bank

significant benefits from other MBEs in the program.

of America, Wells Fargo, Duke Energy, Belk, Lowes,

This includes, ancillary opportunities that have come

Enterprise Holdings, Novant Healthcare, Michelin,

from internally established relationships among the

Messer Construction, Rodgers Builders, City of Charlotte,

MBEs and corporations, such as the formation of several

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Time Warner Cable and

joint ventures and strategic alliances. The MBEs are also

Johnson Controls. The corporations convene monthly as

benefiting from each other’s unique perspectives, as

a part of their collective effort to share and enhance their

well as in having access to quality professional support

own internal best practices around supplier diversity.

services offered through the program.

Ultimately, their goal is to establish the foundation for a world class, all-inclusive diverse business culture throughout the Charlotte region. Their commitment to accomplishing this goal is evidenced through their sponsorship and mentorship of the MBEs participating in the program. Here, MBEs are given unprecedented access to corporations, both in terms of executive level exposure and through mentoring.

Many of the participating MBEs have begun purchasing the products and services of one another. Year-to-date, over 54% of the referrals and contract opportunities realized by the MBEs have come through other participating MBEs.

In addition, one of the participating

MBEs has already inked a corporate contract opportunity that will nearly double its current annual revenues and, has achieved significant

The diverse group of

penetration among other

participating (Carolina-based)

participating corporations.

MBEs includes:

Another firm is in the process of

Avantgarde

Translations, BrandRPM,

negotiating a corporate contract

Bunty, LLC, CGR Creative,

that will immediately increase

Environmental Services

annual revenues by approximately

Systems, E-Z Parking, Jennifer

20%. “While no specific revenue

Temps, Llevron Logistics,

goals have been established by

Metcon, Metro Transportation

participating corporations, the

Services, Miriam Davis

current level trajectory suggests

Cleaning, Network Cabling

that, at least, $1 to $2 million

Systems, Newbold Services,

in new contract opportunities

RJL Construction, Substation Maintenance Services,

could be realized by participating MBEs over the entire

Technology Project Management, Titan Commercial

12-month program cycle,” says David Willis, Principal at

Services, and Yorel Integrated Solutions. Similar to

NuLevel Strategic Solutions, LLC and MBE consultant to

the corporations, these firms convene each month

the CMEDI program.

to network with corporations and participate in capacity building exercises which were derived from a comprehensive on-line business assessment completed by each at the beginning of the program. The results of these assessments are aggregated to determine a programmatic design customized to address the core internal issues confronting all of the MBEs. These assessments are augmented by a more intensive one-onone assessment which is performed outside of the group environment. Both are utilized as a baseline, over the 12-month program cycle, to aid MBEs in building internal capacity and in becoming better prepared to do business with large corporations.

The Future of CMEDI The success of the 2011-12 CMEDI pilot program has earned the interest of other local corporations and MBEs. The goal of the key stakeholders responsible for this initiative is to make the CMEDI a sustainable model that continues to drive the Charlotte region closer towards its goal of becoming a more inclusive business environment, while simultaneously influencing other municipalities to do the same. Thus, it is anticipated that a new batch of corporations and MBEs will be in place for the 2012-13 program year, by June 2012. Interested corporations

The participating MBEs were all selected and sponsored

and MBEs are encouraged to contact Jackie LaJoie at the

by one of the participating corporations. In addition

CMSDC for more information.

to gaining unique access to market opportunities

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Director of Certification

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At Microsoft , we see no limits to the potential we all might reach. ÂŽ

We believe in creating opportunities for people to succeed â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in our products, in our workplace, and among our suppliers. For that reason, we are strongly committed to diversity, including seeking certified minority, woman, service-disabled veteran, and veteran owned business enterprises from which to purchase competitively priced quality goods and services. Together with our suppliers, we are continuously innovating to lower the cost of technology, making it accessible to all and showing leadership in supporting the communities in which we work and live.

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Visit http://www.microsoft.com/procurement/diversity to learn more about how to do business with Microsoft.

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Corporate Supplier Diversity

Let’s talk

Wells Fargo is proud to be a part of the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council’s Business Opportunity Conference. We strive to establish relationships with firms like yours — growing companies owned by members of the diverse business community. In doing so, we gain strong suppliers to boost our competitive advantage in the marketplace and you enjoy new opportunities to expand and enhance your business. Yet, it’s our communities that really benefit. Our partnerships with diverse suppliers contribute to the economic vigor and cultural vibrancy of communities where we live and work. For more information, contact the Wells Fargo Corporate Supplier Diversity team at corporatesupplierdiversity@wellsfargo.com.

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Success Story.{Partnership Success} A Success Story

KEY LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS, L.L.C. PARTNERING WITH BOEING SOUTH CAROLINA BY CYNTHIA HARDY BOM STAFF WRITER

Janice Greene, Supplier Diversity Strategy Manager, The Boeing Company pictured with Sylvester Hester, President and CEO , Key Logistics Solutions, L.L.C. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Key Logistics Solutions is an MBE

will handle all of Boeing South Carolina’s non-fly-

that provides a variety of supply chain services including warehousing,

away components. When you think of an airplane that

inventory management, transportation, delivery, sequencing, and light

passengers get on and fly away—all the things associated

assembly work.

with the ‘fly away’ are in one category. Key Logistics is responsible for the other category -- all of the ‘non fly-

I Love My CMSDC A little more than a year ago, Key Logistics Solutions’ President and CEO Sylvester Hester was seated with

away’ components. Those ‘non fly-away’ components include flight services, tooling and hazardous materials.

a delegation from Boeing at the annual CMSDC CEO

Among their responsibilities, Key

Breakfast. During their conversation over breakfast, Hester began to look for ways his logistics company could offer value to Boeing-- the number one exporter in the United States. “We

Logistics Solutions will identify, receive,

“WITHOUT CMSDC, THIS PARTNERSHIP MIGHT NEVER HAVE HAPPENED.”

thought they were ripe with opportunity

SYLVESTER HESTER.

for a 3rd party logistics provider like Key Logistics Solutions,” says Hester. He was right. In April 2011, Key Logistics signed a multi million dollar contract as a 3PL provider with Boeing South Carolina. “Without CMSDC, this partnership might never have happened,” says Hester. “I love my CMSDC.”

Under their new partnership, Key Logistics Solutions

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parts for Boeing South Carolina’s Flight Services Group-- more than 4,500 parts in all. Additionally, Key Logistics Solutions

is responsible for all tools and tool kits used to build the 787 Dreamliner in North Charleston. Everything in the tool kit is tracked electronically using Radio Frequency Identification tags. “Tool kits are vitally important to aircraft manufacturing because the air craft is so precise,” says Hester. “If you don’t know where a

The Partnership

warehouse and deliver all maintenance

particular tool is—we can trace it. It is important that we locate it because even the slighted weight variance on

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“BOEING IS VERY COMMITTED TO THE CHARLESTON REGION AND WE HAVE BEEN WORKING WITH CMSDC TO HELP US FIND QUALITY SUPPLIERS. IT IS ONE OF THE BEST ORGANIZATIONS WE HAVE WORKED WITH. THEY OFFER SO MUCH IN THE AREA OF DEVELOPMENT.” Janice Greene, Supplier Diversity Strategy Manager The Boeing Company

Key Logistics Charleston Warehouse Facility the airplane can impact performance.” Key Logistics

Poised For Growth

Solutions will also create in-sequence tool kits designed

Key Logistics Solutions is now looking to acquire its AS

for individual technicians. That means the tool kits are

9100 certification to do business as a manufacturer in

laid out in the order the technician needs-- increasing

the aerospace industry.

the manufacturer’s efficiency. Also, as part of their contract, Key Logistics Solutions will receive hazardous

Janice Greene, supplier diversity strategy manager

materials such as glue and paint thinners in sealed

at The Boeing Company says the relationship with

containers —those go inside the tool kits for mechanics.

the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council has been key to building relationships with MBEs.

Twist of Fate Sylvester Hester was a Detroit-based entrepreneur and automotive engineer who relocated the South after things in the automotive industry slowed down. He has taken those skills that proved successful in the automotive industry and found they are very transferable in the aerospace industry. “Our skill set in the automotive industry was developed in a high and fast-paced environment--much like in the aerospace industry. As a 3rd party logistics provider, we were able to transfer existing assets like our human capital, business processes, and equipment into the aerospace

“Boeing is very committed to South Carolina and we have been working with the CMSDC to help us find quality suppliers. It is one of the best organizations we have worked with. They offer so much in the area of development.” About the Boeing South Carolina relationship with Key Logistics Solutions -- Greene is excited about the mutually beneficial partnership. “we cannot say enough about the stellar collaboration between executives, buyers, and all involved.”

industry,” says Hester.

Key Logistics Locations Charleston, SC: 157,000 Sq. Ft. Finished Goods Processing Repack Services Line Side Delivery Foreign Trade Zone Associates – 59 SKUs – 800 Hours – 24/7 Certified ISO 9001 WMS - SAP

Duluth, GA: Corporate Office Freight Brokerage - Load Tender - Dispatch Staff – 7 Note: currently implementing Ground Trans Brokerage operation with The Home Depot. Contract issued Aug 09.

Monee, IL: 600,000 Sq. Ft. Warehouse Management Loading / Unloading Shipping / Receiving

Associates – 58 SKUs – 2,600 Hours – 24/5 Certified ISO 9001 Laurens, SC: 1,200,000 Sq. Ft. Warehouse Management Loading / Unloading Shipping / Receiving Associates – 269 SKUs – 3,000 Hours – 24/5 Certified ISO 9001

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Plattsburg, NY: 80,000 Sq Ft. Warehouse Management Kitting via Daily Pick Signals Sub-contract from DBE – Strike Group Associates – 24 SKUs – 45,000 Hours 06:30 to 23:00 WMS - Solochain

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We’re proud to be in South Carolina and partnering with minority suppliers throughout the Carolinas to build a world-changing airplane, the 787 Dreamliner. It’s a privilege to support the Carolinas MSDC and the 2011 Business Opportunity Conference.

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BMW Manufacturing Co.

bmwusfactory.com

The Ultimate Driving Machine

JOY BRINGS US TOGETHER. BMW Manufacturing is proud to support diversity in our supplier network by promoting a truly inclusive procurement environment. The importance of businesses owned by minorities and women is critical to our long-term success — and our commitment to these dedicated corporate partners continues. To learn more, visit www.bmwusfactory.com.

JOY IS BMW. BMW EfficientDynamics

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Charleston Awaits. 2012 Business Opportunity Conference July 30 - August 1

Save The Date! www.carolinasmsdc.org

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Partners in the Promise “The Coca-Cola Company exists to benefit and refresh everyone who is touched by our business.” The Coca-Cola Company always welcomes new partners. For more information about becoming a qualified supplier, please contact Office of Supplier Diversity. http://supplierdiversity.coke.com

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ReachingBack&

Paying It Forward BY CYNTHIA HARDY BOM Staff Writer

Geoff Foster is an industry icon that believes in

with a diversified portfolio of customers that include

reaching back and paying it forward. Just ask one of his

Fortune 500 companies and industry titans such as

newest employees and former student—28- year old

Bausch and Lomb Global Products, TE Connectivity

Clarence Smalls.

(formerly Tyco Electronics), Novant Healthcare and

Today Smalls is a Quality Auditor at Core Technology Molding Group and says he owes a lot to his boss, Geoff Foster. “Before I ever knew Geoff Foster was President and CEO of a multi million dollar company, I knew him as Professor Foster in the Department of Applied Engineering Technology at North Carolina A

BMW Motorrad. Injection molding is widely defined as the process of heating a material and injecting it into a mold. The process can produce intricate, small parts or much larger products such as parts for vehicles. Core Technology competes in medical devices, automotive, military, electronics, and industrial markets.

& T University. Professor Foster is that rare teacher

The fact that Geoff Foster makes time for lesson

willing to come early or stay late to make sure my

plans and grading papers-- much less mentoring and

classmates and I really ‘got it’. More than anybody

nurturing students at his alma mater --North Carolina

else, he equipped us to compete in the global market.

A & T University is impressive and baffling to many.

We really didn’t know that right across town Professor

But to Foster—it makes perfect sense. “A lot of people

Foster was routinely making million dollar decisions to

under estimate the blessings and tangible benefits

meet the demands of a global customer base.”

that come with giving back. In many ways, I think my

By example, Foster is an ideal role model for his students. After he received a US Patent for a part he designed for Ford Motor Company, he was inspired

service in the community is inextricably tied to my success.” Perhaps the biggest pay off of all has come from

“MORE THAN ANYBODY ELSE, HE EQUIPPED US TO COMPETE IN THE GLOBAL MARKET. WE REALLY DIDN’T KNOW THAT RIGHT ACROSS TOWN PROFESSOR FOSTER WAS ROUTINELY MAKING MILLION DOLLAR DECISIONS TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF A GLOBAL CUSTOMER BASE.” CLARENCE SMALLS, FORMER STUDENT to start his own plastics solutions company. When

Foster’s service and involvement with the Carolinas

he approached his future partners, he was looking to

Minority Supplier Development Council. Foster credits

form a strategic partnership with an exit strategy in

CMSDC with helping to position the company and set

mind. With 20 years of medical device and automotive

its trajectory for growth. “With CMSDC’s support, we

experience, he was able to add immediate value.

have built a strong supplier relationship with BMW

In just four years he has positioned his plastic injection molding company as a global contender

Manufacturing. That relationship not only resulted in lots of business but it also positioned Core Technology

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for the introduction to its largest customer Bausch

under estimate the power and necessity of a good

and Lomb Surgical Products. Most recently Core

marketing plan based on sound market research.”

Technology was awarded a contract with Bausch

Core Technology later obtained it’s ISO 13485

“IT IS FOSTER’S FOLLOW THROUGH THAT MAKES HIM SUCH A STAND OUT IN HIS FIELD,” ACCORDING TO MICHELLE JOSEPH, FORMER MANAGER OF SUPPLIER DIVERSITY AND SUPPLIER QUALITY AT BAUSCH AND LOMB. and Lomb to provide a ‘cap and jar’ used in cornea

certification for medical devices becoming the only

transplants around the world. Previously, the ‘cap

minority plastic injection molder with ISO 13485

and jar’ were made of glass and leaked. Foster helped

certification and a class 100,000 clean room at that

show Bausch and Lomb how they could produce

time.

a more effective medical product using plastic and a better sealing surface. “It’s because of increased business like this that I am able to employ my former student Clarence Smalls and others in the company.“ With the tremendous success of Core Technology it’s hard to believe that entrepreneurship was not always in Foster’s blood. He admits that owning his own business was never the plan until he took an entrepreneur class at Wake Forest University while working on his MBA. Foster already had a great position with Becton Dickinson and thought the MBA would help him continue to climb the corporate ladder. But, as fate would have it, Foster had to create a business plan for the class and while doing the market research, he began to see opportunities for entrepreneurship in his field.” Through the market research I understood there were 19,000 companies and only 6 were minority owned. Foster saw tremendous opportunity for growth in the plastic molding field—especially in the area of medical devices. I figured if I could develop a niche based on my market research, this model business plan could take life. That was ten years ago. That business plan changed my life and the direction of my career path. That’s why I say to budding entrepreneurs—do not

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“It is Foster’s follow through that makes him such a stand out in his field,” according to Michelle Joseph, former Manager of Supplier Diversity and Supplier Quality at Bausch and Lomb. Bausch and Lomb actually had a supplier that was unable to mold a product they needed, so they gave Foster and Core Technology a shot at it. “Not only did Geoff personally stay on top of things he offered real solutions, following up closely and delivering on customer expectations. Honestly, Geoff exceeded those expectations. He shows real leadership and the customer reaps the benefit,”says Joseph. When asked about his leadership skills and how he has keenly sharpened them at this stage of his career, Foster, once again points to a service opportunity in his community. He is active in his fraternity Omega Psi Phi and has led his chapter to win awards for community work and service to others. “When you are tasked with leading a group of educated men-you better come with your “A” game or you won’t succeed. My fraternity brothers expect leadership based on a plan, under girded with data---much like my clients. These same leadership skills give me a winning edge in customer relations, negotiations

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“WE HAVE EMPLOYEES FROM PERU, WEST AFRICA, THAILAND, MEXICO, HONDURAS, PUERTO RICO, KOREA, CHINA, NIGERIA, SUDAN, CONGA, VIETNAM, MOROCCO AND THE U. S. THEY BRING NEW, DIFFERENT IDEAS. SOMETIMES THEY SUGGEST SOLUTIONS THAT ARE MORE COST EFFICIENT BECAUSE OF EXPERIENCES IN THEIR RESPECTIVE COUNTRIES.”

GEOFF FOSTER

of major contracts and staff development at Core

professional, Clarence often brought a different

Technology today.”

perspective to the mix. That’s important.” In fact, Core Technology seems to thrive on diversity.

Diversified Portfolio for Sustainability Foster emphasizes the significance of having a diverse client portfolio. That way, if one sector dries up, you can work another. “For example, we have experience and solid contracts in the automotive sector but we know that in the United States that industry is not experiencing the growth as in other sectors. On the other hand, there are great growth opportunities in medical areas. So we refocused. In addition, we look to other industrial areas, the military, even aerospace.” So, how do you get and keep those clients? “It’s really about brain power,” says Foster. “Customers want to know I am technically sound. They want Core

Among the company’s employees are professionals from 14 different countries. “We have employees from Peru, West Africa, Thailand, Mexico, Honduras, Puerto Rico, Korea, China, Nigeria, Sudan, Conga, Vietnam, Morocco and the U. S. They bring new, different ideas. Sometimes they suggest solutions that are more cost efficient because of experiences in their respective countries,” adds Foster. Rounding out its diversified work force, Core Technology also recruits employees through the Association of Retarded Citizens (ARC) and notes how they enhance the work environment. “They are detailed, focused and they take personal pride in their

Technology to help find situations that are cost efficient.

work. They make other employees want to work harder.

Being an MBE certainly helps target opportunities. But it

Consequently, they bring a lot of value to the company.

is knowledge and performance that allow us to maximize

They actually routinely thank me for giving them an

them,” concludes Foster.

opportunity to work,” says Foster.

Diversified Talent Pool

underestimate the power of reaching back and paying it

According to Geoff Foster, one should never Core Technology understands that having a diversified talent pool gives the company a tremendous competitive advantage. “First and foremost, I look for talent,” says Foster.

forward. Core Technology is a certified minority business enterprise (MBE) with the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council Inc--A national affiliate of the National Minority Supplier Development Council

He recalls when Clarence Smalls, his former student joined their team. “The other employees liked his work ethic and energy. As a young African American

Currently Core Technology is in a three year relationship with Bausch & Lomb Global Surgical Products and BMW recently named Core Technology a valued supplier at the NMSDC Automotive Industry Group (AIG).

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INCLUSION

is part of our commitment to be an active partner in the communities we serve.

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Growing TOGETHER

Growing brands that matter to consumers is at the heart of who we are. Partnering with diverse suppliers will allow us to understand and to reach our diverse consumers better where they

â&#x20AC;&#x153;At Newell Rubbermaid, the perspective that comes from diverse experiences and backgrounds unlocks new ideas and creates value across every part of our business. We are committed to growing with suppliers who reflect the diversity of the marketplace.â&#x20AC;? Michael Polk

work, live and play.

President and Chief Executive Officer

Newell Rubbermaid is committed to attracting and growing with a diverse supplier base. Please visit www.newellrubbermaid.com to learn more about our Supplier Diversity program. You can also find us at facebook.com/NEWELLRUBBERMAID or twitter @rubbermaid/newell-rubbermaid A PUBLICATION OF THE THE CAROLINAS MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

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NC State’s MBA Program asked for a new website.

Our answer increased enrollment by

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Yes, we redesigned the Jenkins MBA Program website. Along the way we helped them define core business goals, build a social media strategy, develop content, improve website usability and create online programs. The new integrated strategy increased website leads and enrollment. Four years later, we’re still marketing partners. Visit us in the exhibit hall for a website evaluation, and let’s see what business success could look like for you online.

Visit us online at visionpointmarketing.com

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We understand the value of a diverse supplier network.

At Bank of America, our supplier network reflects our commitment to diversity. Diversity and inclusion benefits our customers, our communities and economies around the world. We help set opportunity in motion by working directly with thousands of businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, the LGBT community and people with disabilities to obtain quality products and services; or indirectly through companies who share our commitment to diversity. In fact, we are committed to spending $10 billion on small, medium-sized and diverse businesses over the next five years. Not only is it the right thing to do, it makes us a better company and a better partner in the community.

www.bankofamerica.com/suppliers

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Featuring

Southern Brushstrokes by Jeffery Callaham Limited Edition Stoneware & Earthenware

KRADEAUX is the turnkey solution for design, product development, manufacturing, and sales in all channels of industrial and retail distribution . Our success is driven by utilizing our client's passion and unmatched talent level to diversify industries and develop new markets.

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Our staff of industry experts combine passion, experience and knowledge to maximize all potential revenue streams and deliver quality merchandise to the retailer thus the consumer.

Jeffrey's unique ability, as a self taught artist, captures the strength and courage of small town America. His talent level and dedication to the craft has created opportunities for his work to be utilized in animation, advertising, and art education programs across the country. As Art Director for KRADEAUX his goals are focused on making art vital , visible, accessible, innovative, and a integral part of the intellectual and cultural life of the Carolinas and beyond.

KRADEAUX is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (WMBE) through the Carolinas Minority Suppl ier Diversity Council. KRADEAUX POST OFFICE BOX 75 AIKEN, SC 29801 803.339.9102

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Diverse people lead to diverse ideas. As we celebrate over four decades of supplier diversity, IBM commends the Carolinas MSDC for their commitment to diversity. As we move towards a globally integrated economy and society, we find ourselves at a moment of enormous challenge - and of great opportunity. The world is getting smarter. And diversity is vital to a Smarter Planet. The skills arising from individual differences are invaluable to business growth. With progressive procurement policies, IBM is committed to building and maintaining a community of diverse suppliers. Let's build a Smarter Planet.

ibm.com/diversity IBM. the IBM logo. ibm.com. Lers build aSmarter Planet.. Smarter Planet and the planet icons are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Other product and service names might be trademarks of IBM or other companies. Acurrent list of IBM trademarks is available on the Web at www.ibm.comAegal/copytrade.shtml.ÂŠIBM 2011. All rights reserved. A PUBLICATION OF THE THECorporation CAROLINAS MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL WINTER 2012 BOM 45 P26547

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Our suppliers are as diverse as the communities we serve. At Progress Energy, we’re committed to working with diverse businesses across our service areas. Our Supplier Diversity program supports equal opportunities for everyone, which in turn bolsters our area’s economic growth and vitality. It’s just another way we deliver the energy help our community needs. Learn more at progress-energy.com/supplierdiversity. ©2011 progress energy Carolinas, inc.

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Gratitude.{Many Thanks} CAROLINA’S MSDC 2012 CORPORATE MEMBERS

ACOUSTEK NONWOVENS

BOVIS LEND LEASE

DUKE ENERGY CORPORATION

ADECCO USA INC.

BUCKEYE MT. HOLLY, LLC

DUKE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM

ALTRIA CLIENT SERVICES

BURLINGTON INDUSTRIES, INC.

DUPONT COMPANY

AMERCIAN HONDA MOTOR

CARDINAL HEALTH

EATON CORPORATION

COMPANY INC

CARGILL, INC

ENTERPRISE HOLDINGS

AMERICAN & EFIRD

CAROLINAS HEALTHCARE

FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY

AMERICAN RED CROSS,THE

CATERPILLAR, INC

FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION

AMPRO INTERNATIONAL, LLC

CB RICHARD ELLIS GROUP

FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION

AON CORPORATION

CCL LABEL, INC.

FIRST CITIZENS BANK

APLIX

CENTURYLINK

FLUOR CORPORATION

APPLE, INC.

CHAR-MECK BOARD OF ED

GAYLOR, INC.

AT&T NORTH CAROLINA

CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION

GENERAL DYNAMICS CORPORATION

AW NORTH CAROLINA

CITY OF CHARLOTTE

GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

BALL CORP.

CITY OF RALEIGH

GLAXOSMITHKLINE

BANK OF AMERICA

CITY OF SPARTANBURG SC

GOODRICH CORPORATION

BAUSCH & LOMB INCORPORATED

CLEMSON UNIVERSITY

GRAINGER INC W.W.

BAXTER HEALTHCARE CORPORATION

COLUMBIA METRO AIRPORT

GRIFOLS THERAPEUTICS, INC.

BAYER CORPORATION

COMPASS GROUP/FOODBUY LLC

GREENVILLE HOSPITAL SYSTEM

BELK, INC.

CORNING INCORPORATED

GUILFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS

BI-LO

CENTRAL PIEDMONT COMMUNITY

HAGEMEYER NORTH AMERICA

BLUE CROSS/SHIELD OF NC

COLLEGE

HONDA NORTH AMERICA INC.

BLUE CROSS/SHIELD OF SC

CUMMINS INC.

HUSQVARNA OUTDOOR PRODUCTS

BMW MANUFACTURING GROUP

DEERE & COMPANY

IBM CORPORATION

BOEING COMPANY, THE

DELHAIZE AMERICA

INTERFACE INC.

BON SECOURS HEALTH SYSTEM INC

DELL INC.

INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY

BORG WARNER INC

DENNY’S CORPORATION

JOHNSON & JOHNSON

BOSCH (ROBERT) CORPORATION

DOW CORNING CORPORATION

JOHNSON CONTROLS

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KELLY SERVICES INC.

OFFICE MAX INCORPORATED

STARBUCKS CORPORATION

KIMBERLY-CLARK CORPORATION

PALMETTO HEALTH

STEELCASE INC

KROGER COMPANY

PPD

SUN TRUST BANKS INC.

LENOVO

PREMIER, INC.

THE COCA COLA COMPANY

LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE

PROCTOR & GAMBLE COMPANY

TIAA-CREF

LINCOLN HARRIS

PROFESSIONAL GOLFERS’ ASSOC.

TIME WARNER INC.

LOCKHEED MARTIN

PROGRESS ENERGY

TINDALL

LOWES COMPANIES INC.

RAYTHEON COMPANY

TJX COMPANY

M.C. DEAN INC.

RJ REYNOLDS

TYCO ELECTRONIC

MACK TRUCKS

RODGERS BUILDERS, INC.

TYCO INTERNATIONAL LTD

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL INC.

ROSARIO INCORPORATED

UNITED PARCEL SERVICES INC

MARS SNACKFOOD

RUBBERMAID, NEWELL

UNITED RENTALS INC

MERCK & COMPANY INC.

S&D COFFEE

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE

MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

SANDOZ

UNITED TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

MILLERCOORS LLC

SAS INSTITUTE

UNUM PROVIDENT GROUP

MINORITY SALES CORPORATION, LLC

SAVANNAH RIVER NUCLEAR

URS CORPORATION

MORGAN STANLEY

SOLUTIONS, LLC

VERIZON WIRELESS

MOTION INDUSTRIES, INC.

SCANA

VISOTEC AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS

NASCAR

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC USA

VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

NC DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

SCI QUEST

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY

NC INDIAN ECON. DEV.

SCIENTIFIC GAMES

WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC.

NCIMED

SEALED AIR CORPORATION

WELLS FARGO

NETAPP

SKANSKA USA

WOMBLE CARLYLE SANDRIDGE

NEWELL RUBBERMAID, INC.

SONOCO PRODUCTS COMPANY

WSI-SRS TEAM

! u o Y k n Tha

NOVANT HEALTH

STAFF MANAGEMENT

NOVO NORDISK INC

STANDARD REGISTER COMPANY

OFFICE DEPOT INC.

STAPLES INC

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Unique perspectives. Common goals. Supplier diversity isn’t just about the services you bring to our company. It’s about exploring new ideas, working together to develop innovative solutions and creating value for our business – and for yours. Duke Energy is a Proud Sponsor of the Carolinas Minority Supplier Development Council.

What can Duke Energy do for you? Visit us at www.duke-energy.com.

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A Fortune 500 Company

Supplier Diversity Diversifying Business Relationships Our Mission: To help small, small disadvantaged, minority-owned, female-owned, HUBZone, veteran-owned and service disabled veteran-owned businesses have equal opportunities to compete for procurement opportunities.

Join our Supplier Product Information Database!

• Visit scana.com • Click on “Suppliers”

SCANA Supplier Diversity Hotline:

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A National Footprint With Global Reach

The City of Spartanburg promotes inclusive bidding and encourages competition for its businesses through the Minority & Women Business Enterprise Program. REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS ONLINE AT WWW.CITYOFSPARTANBURG.ORG SELECT “BID OPPORTUNITIES”

JACKIE D. WOOD M\WBE COORDINATOR

M\WBE MINORITY & WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM

For more information contact; jwood@cityofspartanburg.org or call (864) 596-3449 office | 864-596-2424 fax

Working Together to Cultivate an Inviting Business Environment.

Diversity has become a pervasive force in every aspect of our business, from the products we deliver, to the suppliers we select, to the talent we hire. Many ideas, many approaches and many minds broaden our vision, making us open, adaptable and better able to create an enjoyable experience for our customers, our clients and our employees.

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Technology Project Management, Inc.

An experienced and certified MBE, HUB, and Veteran owned

Making the Improbable a Success…

company

AREAS OF EXPERTISE ABOUT TECHNOLOG Y PRO JECT MANAG EMENT, INC. Technology Project Management, Inc.

TPM

provides

highly

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(TPM) was founded in 1993.

experienced resources for our clients'

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The Institute. Building Economically Viable and Socially Responsible Communities. To learn more about the NC Institute of Minority Economic Development , call 919 956-8889, email usatinfo@ncimed.com. write to 114 West Parrish St., Durham, N.C. 27701 or visit www.ncimed.com

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Diversity is More Than a Program ... It's a Competitive Advantage and a Better Way Forward!

Today's marketplace is increasingly global and diverse. In this challenging business environment, Michelin North America, Inc. believes supplier diversity creates a competitive advantage. That's why our quality procedures ensure that all suppliers receive equal access and opportunities in the procurement process. Our efforts are driven by our corporate values and the fact that it simply makes good business sense to consider a diverse group of potential suppliers to obtain the optimal combination of price, quality and service meeting the needs of our diverse markets.

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