We Made BIG Changes

As we prepare to bring you new and fresh opportunities in 2023, we have exciting news: Our Annual Business Expo is now the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council’s Minority Business Conference. Our dedication to minority business enterprises’ growth and development inspired the name change and a new direction.

As always, we will continue to foster equity in business with the same excellent quality of service we have provided since 1975.

 

2023 Minority Business Conference
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Gain increased exposure to a targeted audience by advertising in the Annual FSMSDC Minority Business Conference Digital Showguide. This is the most-read publication of the event, and is frequently referenced well afterward. 

Power Up Your Business Goals

The Minority Business Conference (formerly Business Expo) is the premier event in Florida for growth-oriented minority businesses to connect with buyers and key decision-makers. As the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council’s largest annual event, it draws business leaders from across Florida and the nation. The Minority Business Conference brings together a unique cross-section of minority entrepreneurs, large corporations and government agencies to create new relationships, ventures and opportunities for growth. This year’s theme is POWER UP! Innovation, Synergy, Strategy.

The Minority Business Conference includes a motivational keynote speaker, hundreds of business matchmaker appointments, power-packed workshops, industry group sessions, MasterClasses, and much more.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Manny Garcia-Tunon
President
Lemartec Corporation, a Mastec Company

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NSU Levan Center of Innovation

Alvin Sherman Library, 5th Floor

3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd

Davie, Florida 33314

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Why Attend

  • Gain insight, best practices and ideas from business experts and industry leaders
  • Uncover potential business and strategic alliance partners
  • Connect with successful minority business owners
  • Meet one-on-one with corporate buying decision-makers
  • Take part in two days of power-packed networking
  • Get inspired and learn about the latest industry trends
  • Learn best practices from highly successful peers

Bringing the Best Together

The Minority Business Conference (formerly Business Expo) is the largest minority business event in Florida. As the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council’s premier annual event, it draws business leaders from across Florida and the nation. The Minority Business Conference brings together a unique cross-section of minority entrepreneurs, large corporations and government agencies to create new relationships, ventures and opportunities for growth. This year’s theme is POWER UP!: Innovation, Synergy, Strategy

The Minority Business Conference features a motivational keynote speaker, hundreds of business appointments, power-packed workshops, industry group sessions, MasterClasses, Business Makeovers, special events and much more.

Who Attends

  • Business Owners
  • Presidents and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)
  • Vice Presidents
  • Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)
  • Chief Operating Officers (COOs)
  • Directors
  • Chairpersons
  • Senior Executives
  • Procurement Officers
  • Government Officials
  • Business Consultants
  • Sales Executives
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2023 Minority Business Conference
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Gain increased exposure to a targeted audience by advertising in the Annual FSMSDC Minority Business Conference Digital Showguide. This is the most-read publication of the event, and is frequently referenced well afterward. 

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Virtual Interactive Business Trade Fair

The Trade Fair brings together minority entrepreneurs, large corporations and government agencies to create new relationships, ventures and opportunities for growth.

The health and safety of our guests and staff remains our top priority. The COVID-19 regulations, policies, and protocols will be continue to evolve in accordance with on-going public health information and official guidance set by the State of Florida Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. The Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council cannot guarantee that you will never get exposed to the virus or get sick from it. By attending this event, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

Power-packed Workshops, MasterClasses and Special Event

Reach Your Business Goals

  • Gain insight, best practices and ideas from leading business experts
  • Uncover potential business and strategic alliances
  • Connect with successful minority business owners
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Loan-A-Thon

Meet One-on-One with bankers and alternative lenders

Submit your paperwork and get financing on the spot if you qualify. Whether you need a microloan or a multi-million-dollar loan, this is the chance to sit with traditional and non-traditional lenders to get the financing you need to grow your business.
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Meet Our 2021 Speakers

Emmitt Smith

Co-Chairman
Gold Jacket, LLC

Cris Carter

Co-Chairman
Gold Jacket, LLC

Jorge A. Plasencia

Chairman & CEO
Republica Havas

Pegine Echevarria

Life Coach & CEO
Team Pegine

Julius Davis

Principal Owner
VoltAir Consulting Engineers

Abel Herrera

President & CEO
IT Data Solutions

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