Program Agenda

Back by popular demand, NMSDC will be hosting its second Golf Classic in the vibrant Miami, Florida area. With a premier course soon to be announced, attendees can expect a dynamic and rewarding golfing experience, complete with top-tier service, non-golfer activities, and unforgettable networking opportunities.

More info and registration coming soon.

This event is more than a networking opportunity, it’s a strategic platform designed to catalyze growth for MBEs by facilitating meaningful connections, access to capital, and strategic partnerships. Whether your goal is to secure funding, identify key business partnerships, or expand your network with influential stakeholders, this event is a must-attend.

By Invitation Only

Start your day by building meaningful connections over breakfast! This networking event is open to industry groups, NMSDC program alumni, and first-time conference attendees.

By Invitation Only

This exclusive space is not just a lounge! Although equipped with convenient amenities, including comfortable seating areas, refreshments, and snacks, it’s a hub of opportunity where industry leaders, decision-makers, and influencers from our sponsoring companies gather to network and forge powerful connections. Sponsors will enjoy unparalleled visibility, with their logos prominently displayed, ensuring that every attendee recognizes their commitment to business diversity. The lounge offers a unique setting for brief conversations, allowing potential clients and partners to engage with you and your brand away from the hustle and bustle of the convention center. 

Sponsors Only

Schedule time with other attendees to connect and meet up at the Connect Lounge.

During a busy Annual Conference & Exchange, attendees may need downtime or a quiet place to stretch and relax. The Zen Room provides just that with massage chairs, yoga sessions, VR relaxation, and more. 

By Invitation Only

New to the NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange? Join fellow first-time attendees to connect, ask questions, and start your journey with confidence.

By Invitation Only

Attendees of the CEO/CIO Roundtables and the CPO Summit are invited to a private networking reception with the Founders of NMSDC’s Corporate Plus members. Join us as we celebrate our collective efforts in navigating our new economy and championing the future of supplier diversity through powerful partnerships and shared vision.

By Invitation Only

This exclusive space is not just a lounge! Although equipped with convenient amenities, including comfortable seating areas, refreshments, and snacks, it’s a hub of opportunity where industry leaders, decision-makers, and influencers from our sponsoring companies gather to network and forge powerful connections. Sponsors will enjoy unparalleled visibility, with their logos prominently displayed, ensuring that every attendee recognizes their commitment to business diversity. The lounge offers a unique setting for brief conversations, allowing potential clients and partners to engage with you and your brand away from the hustle and bustle of the convention center. 

Sponsors Only

Start your day with meaningful connections, light snacks, and a cup of coffee before the mainstage sessions begin.

By Invitation Only

This exclusive space is not just a lounge! Although equipped with convenient amenities, including comfortable seating areas, refreshments, and snacks, it’s a hub of opportunity where industry leaders, decision-makers, and influencers from our sponsoring companies gather to network and forge powerful connections. Sponsors will enjoy unparalleled visibility, with their logos prominently displayed, ensuring that every attendee recognizes their commitment to business diversity. The lounge offers a unique setting for brief conversations, allowing potential clients and partners to engage with you and your brand away from the hustle and bustle of the convention center. 

Sponsors Only

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New this year, these five-minute, industry-specific meetings are designed to spark new connections and opportunities. 

More details to come. 

The CPO Summit at the NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange is a signature session that brings together CPOs from across the NMSDC network to discuss the latest supply chain and procurement trends.

By Invitation Only

This exclusive roundtable brings together the nation’s top technology leaders from diverse industries for an elite “meeting of the minds.” It’s a rare opportunity for CIOs to engage with peers, share valuable insights, and explore groundbreaking strategies that drive both personal and professional growth. 

By attending, participants gain access to an unparalleled platform to connect with the brightest minds and actively contribute to the strategic advancement of our MBEs. 

By Invitation Only

New this year, these five-minute, industry-specific meetings are designed to spark new connections and opportunities. 

More details to come. 

Sponsors and Global Partners Only

This exclusive space is not just a lounge! Although equipped with convenient amenities, including comfortable seating areas, refreshments, and snacks, it’s a hub of opportunity where industry leaders, decision-makers, and influencers from our sponsoring companies gather to network and forge powerful connections. Sponsors will enjoy unparalleled visibility, with their logos prominently displayed, ensuring that every attendee recognizes their commitment to business diversity. The lounge offers a unique setting for brief conversations, allowing potential clients and partners to engage with you and your brand away from the hustle and bustle of the convention center. 

Sponsors Only

As part of the year-long Emerging Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) program, participants hone their pitch to investors for a chance to showcase their company at the NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange. Five finalists will enter the EYE Pitch Competition for a chance to win a grant to support expanding their business.

All attendees are welcome to attend.

All attendees are welcome to attend.