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Do you have a testimonial to share with the IMSDC? The IMSDC is seeking testimonials from our corporate members and certified MBEs for placement in our Annual Report. If the IMSDC has benefited you as an MBE or your corporation the past year, we would like to hear from you! Please submit your testimonial to Jeff Rode, Vice President of Operations, at jarode@imsdc.org. Thank you in advance for your time and support!
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Mark your calendars now for the IMSDC Global Business Summit & Opportunity Fair (the largest minority business exposition in Indiana): April 14-15, 2010 at the Indiana Convention Center & Marriott Hotel Indianapolis. Visit the special events page for full details!
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IMSDC welcomes NiSource and Cooper-Standard Automotive as new corporate members. Welcome!
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IRS Small Business Resource Center added to IMSDC Blog as a value-add to IMSDC Certified MBEs. Be sure to visit the IMSDC Blog for further details!
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IMSDC Corporate Member, National City Bank, to offer MBEs "Work Perks" checking account priviliges! Its easy, convenient, and a FREE benefit that you can offer to your employees! To learn more about how you can take advantahe of this great perk, contact Ashley Piper at National City Bank, at 317-756-5010 or Penny Lewis at 317-267-7418.
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Did you know that the IMSDC facility is available to rent for your next meeting, conference, or event? Let the IMSDC assist you in the planning of your next event! For more details on hosting your next event at the IMSDC, contact (317) 921-2680.
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IMSDC welcomes the following newly certified MBEs: US Tech, Glomax, GMG Suppliers, LLC, & Freight Masters Total Logistics. Welcome!
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Its a celebration! IMSDC reports record numbers for corporate to MBE spend and MBE to MBE spend. Corporate to MBE Spend: $8,536,822,280.61 (43 responses received) MBE to MBE Spend: $14,581,192.98 (30 responses received)
Thank you to those member corporations and Certified MBEs who reported their numbers! Keep up the good work and your support is greatly appreciated!
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Thank you to the following IMSDC 2010 Corporate & MBE Sponsors: Purdue University, Toyota, Clarian Health, Cummins, Indianapolis Power & Light, Vectren, Veolia Water-Indianapolis, Harrahs Entertainment, Baker & Daniels, OfficeMax, Mays Chemical Company, Quest Environmental & Safety Products, Casino Aztar, BSA LifeStructures, Eli Lilly and Company & Wishard Health Services. Thank you for your support!
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Are you an MBE company needing affordable, upscale office space? The IMSDC has 500+ square feet of furnished office space for immediate lease !
The IMSDC currently has office space for lease at its downtown office building. What are the benefits of leasing office space from the IMSDC? Just take a look at what the IMSDC building offers:
Premier downtown location
Over 500 sq. ft. of furnished office space available for lease
Secure, gated parking
Conference Room/Auditorium access
Basic Wi-Fi internet service
Employee break room
Copier/fax service
Flexible lease terms (minimum 1 year lease required)
Utilities included
HUBZone qualified
The IMSDC Office Building offers a perfect solution for MBE companies needing an additional sales office or out-of-state MBEs looking for an Indiana presence. The Office Space is also ideal for start-up MBE companies looking to transition from a home-based office.
For further information or to schedule a tour of the IMSDC Office Building, contact:
Jeff Rode
Vice President of Operations
Indiana Minority Supplier Development Council
2126 N. Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
317-921-2680
jarode@imsdc.org
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***NEW E-NEWSLETTER FOR 2010!!** Be sure to check your email each Wednesday for our new "Wednesday Morning WakeUp" E-Newsletter! This weekly publication will keep you up-to-date with all that is happening at the Council.Be sure to WakeUp informed each Wednesday with the IMSDC!
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Save the date
IMSDC Global Business Summit at the Indiana Business Opportunity Fair
Presented By: Fineline Printing Group
April 14-15, 2010
Indiana Convention Center & Marriott Indianapolis Downtown
NOW REGISTERING!
New for 2010: Global Business Summit, Legislative Luncheon, & Buyers Breakfast!
For more information contact: Jeff Rode, Vice President of Operations, at (317) 921-2680 or via email at jarode@imsdc.org
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Chicago Minority Business Development Council-43rd Annual "Chicago Business Opportunity Fair"
March 29-31, 2010
CBOF 43 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
MONDAY, MARCH 29TH
Corporate Sponsored Networking Reception
(TBA)
TUESDAY, MARCH 30TH
Registration
Workshops
Exhibitors Set-Up
CBOF Awards Dinner/Dance
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31ST
Registration
Sponsors Breakfast
Trade Show
MBEIC Awards Luncheon
Topping Out Reception
Chicago Navy Pier Festival Hall A
Hyatt Regency Chicago - Host Hotel
For more information or to register, visit www.cmbdc.org
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IMSDC "Buyers Networking Breakfast"
April 15, 2010
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Marriott Hotel Indianapolis
Indiana Ballroom A-D
350 West Maryland Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46225
The Buyers Networking Breakfast has been specifically designed for corporate buyers and purchasing professionals to come together while learning more about the importance of corporate supplier diversity programs. Companies sharing best practices include Eli Lilly and Company, Clarian Health Partners and the Institute for Supply Management.
NAPM-Indianapolis Purchasing Professionals: Full participation at the IMSDC Buyers Networking Breakfast can earn you 1 continuing education hours (CEHs) that may be applied toward National Association of Purchasing Managers (NAPM) or Institute for Supply Management (ISM) continuing education requirements. Visit www.napm-indianapolis.org to register.
The IMSDC Buyers Networking Breakfast is an excellent opportunity for purchasing professionals to gain continuing education hours while learning more about the importance of supplier diversity programs and the IMSDC.
"Click Here" to register for the Buyers Networking Breakfast
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IMSDC 2010 "Legislative Luncheon"
Sponsored By: Baker & Daniels
April 15, 2010
12:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Marriott Ballrom 5-10
Marriott Hotel Indianapolis
350 West Maryland Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46225
Featuring Emcee: Angela Cain, Community Affairs Director, WTHR
Panel Discussion Moderator: Gerry Dick, President and Managing Editor, Grow Indiana Media Ventures, LLC and Creator and Host, Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick
The Legislative Luncheon is attended by over 900 corporate members, minority business owners, and community officials. The event incorporates an awards presentation and Legislative panel discussion facilitated by Gerry Dick, President and Managing Editor, Grow Indiana Media Ventures, LLC and Creator and
Host, Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick.
"Click Here" to register for the 2010 IMSDC Legislative Luncheon
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Mentor and Protege Partnership Outreach Event
Sponsored By: Indiana Construction Roundtable
Join ICR on Tuesday, March 23rd, to consider your participation in the ICR Mentor Protege Program, which exists to help develop a more diverse, well equipped, construction workforce in
Indiana. The program works to pair MBE and WBE, or protege, companies with reputable,well established Indiana companies that serve as mentors.
Location:
ERMCO, Inc.
1625 W Thompson Road
Indianapolis, IN 46217
When:
March 23, 2010, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Limited Space available - Registrations must be received by March 19th.
"Click Here" for registration information
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