Texas A&M University welcomes new president
March 26, 2008
COLLEGE STATION –The Texas A&M University system’s board of regents recently named Dr. Elsa Murano its 23rd president of Texas A&M University. She was selected as the sole finalist for the
position at the December 2007 board of regents meeting. Read more
NY & NJ MSDC signs agreement with New York state
February 12, 2008
NEW YORK, NY –The New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council has signed a Memo of Understanding with the State of New York that permits councilcertified minority businesses to bid on state contracts. Read more
Free small business kit launched by IBM and IFC offers valuable tips, tools and information
February 11, 2008
Small business owners looking for information or ideas on managing or growing their companies have a valuable new resource to mine — a free small business toolkit launched by IBM and the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation. Read more
Quality STRATEGIES FOR DIVERSE SUPPLIERS
February 11, 2008
In Part I (MBN USA Conference Edition) we looked at the definition of a quality management system such as ISO 9001:2000 and other ISObased quality management systems that are industry specific such as TL 9000 for the telecommunications industry, AS 9100 for aerospace and ISO/TS16949 for the automotive industry. Read more
Chairman’s corner
February 11, 2008
As chairman of the SCMBDC, Fred Lona, senior director of supplier diversity with Hilton Hotels Corporation world headquarters, aims to insure that the council continues to provide relevant programming and services to its members. “This includes listening to the council’s members and insuring that all have a forum to express their ideas and recommendations,” he said. Read more
Top of Trends
February 11, 2008
Since its formation roughly 32 years ago, the Southern California Minority Business Development Council has remained dedicated to discovering, developing and promoting innovative opportunities and tools that assist diverse firms in achieving stability and success. Read more
Chicago United drives economic inclusion
February 11, 2008
Building a stronger economy requires that corporate leaders commit to integrating diversity at all levels of business. During Chicago United’s 4th annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner Nov. 15, 2007, sponsored by BP, the message was clear. Read more
Ford names new ABF suppliers
January 31, 2008
Ford Motor Co. announced 15 new Aligned Business Framework suppliers, eight of which are
certified minority business enterprises, furthering its progress toward a leaner and more efficient
supply chain. Read more
Bank of America, Sodexho, Magic Johnson aid NUL
January 31, 2008
NEW YORK —Earvin “Magic” Johnson, CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises, presented Cris Carter and brother John Carter of Carter Brothers, LLC with the National Urban League’s inaugural Entrepreneurship Award. The award was presented at the League’s Annual Equal Opportunity Awards Dinner on Nov. 15 at the New York Marriott Marquis, New York City. The National Urban League also honored Eli Lilly and Co. and Fannie Mae’s Chief Diversity Officer Stacey D. Stewart. Read more
