Corporations & Public Agencies
Being a member of the Northwest Mountain MSDC means joining a nationwide network of like-minded procurement professionals from throughout the public and private sectors, while also having access to hundreds of qualified MBEs in various industries throughout our region, with thousands more across the country in our 22 affiliate council networks. Membership is the first step to take in becoming part of our minority business community.
About Membership
The Northwest Mountain MSDC partners with corporations and public sector agencies that are looking to connect with minority business enterprises (MBEs) and diversify their supply chains and procurement processes.
We offer membership to corporations, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations of all sizes, and we understand that not all procurement teams are the same. Our membership is structured to suit the needs of each individual agency and organization.
Become a Member
Corporations and public agencies with any level of supplier diversity program—from ideation to infancy to fully-formed—are welcome to participate in our membership and leverage our robust expertise to find the precise tools they need to accomplish their goals.
Complete the intake form and schedule a meeting with manager
Tell us about your organization so we can help you reach your supplier diversity goals.
Review the membership requirements and materials
Members must commit to supplier diversity practices that utlize NMSDC-certified MBEs.
Meet with council to review and discuss details
We’ll review any questions you may have and chart the best path forward for your firm.
Complete your application and pay the membership fee
Membership dues support the development of Certified MBEs and membership benefits.
Gain access to hundreds of certified MBEs ready to support your buying needs
Our members have access to a broad range of innovative suppliers ready to work.
Current Members
Corporate and Public Agency members of the Northwest Mountain MSDC enjoy a wide range of benefits that will help you improve your organization’s supplier diversity and gain access to certified MBEs ready to work with you.
Connect with Certified Minority Businesses
Connect with our ever-growing network of qualified MBEs. Our Manager of MBE Services can facilitate an introduction to any of our hundreds of MBEs providing the goods or services that you are looking to procure.
Supplier Diversity Events
Want to host a supplier diversity event? The Northwest Mountain MSDC will work with you to develop and host a virtual or in-person event that gets you closer to achieving your diverse supplier goals.
Help Develop Certified MBEs
You can help MBEs participate in programs like the Minority Business Executive Program (MBEP) at the University of Washington. Learn more about MBEs who have participated in this program and how it has helped them to level up their businesses.
Prospective Members
Meet with our team to discuss how our various membership options can best serve your supplier diversity interests and goals.
As a member of the Northwest Mountain MSDC, you will have the opportunity to leverage our database of hundreds of qualified MBEs in our region plus thousands more nationally.
The Northwest Mountain MSDC is committed to helping you understand, plan, and achieve your supplier diversity goals.
Research has demonstrated a proven return on investment for each dollar spent on supplier diversity. It’s not just a good deed, it’s good business.
Supplier Diversity
Having a supplier diversity program helps your organization connect with qualified diverse suppliers from around the country.
Successful supplier diversity programs result in an increased ROI, greater innovation, and stronger supply chain resilience.
The NWMMSDC can provide our vast experience in the supplier diversity space to level up programs regardless of whether they are in early concept or fully developed stages.
Learn more about supplier diversity and how we use its fundamental principles to build stronger and more inclusive supply chains.