Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council
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At OMSDC's Annual Meeting, our MBE breakout will focus on how to direct AI so you get accurate, actionable results—not guesswork.
Perfect for MBEs using AI for sales + marketing.
March 19 · Seats very limited · Early Bird Pricing Ends March 5
zurl.co/FiCHC
Perfect for MBEs using AI for sales + marketing.
March 19 · Seats very limited · Early Bird Pricing Ends March 5
zurl.co/FiCHC
February 6, 2026 at 6:18 PM
At OMSDC's Annual Meeting, our MBE breakout will focus on how to direct AI so you get accurate, actionable results—not guesswork.
Perfect for MBEs using AI for sales + marketing.
March 19 · Seats very limited · Early Bird Pricing Ends March 5
zurl.co/FiCHC
Perfect for MBEs using AI for sales + marketing.
March 19 · Seats very limited · Early Bird Pricing Ends March 5
zurl.co/FiCHC
On MLK Day, we remember that progress is built through action. At OMSDC, that means helping minority businesses grow, strengthening supplier networks, and creating real opportunity in Ohio. Open a door. Make a connection. Take action today.
January 19, 2026 at 5:19 PM
On MLK Day, we remember that progress is built through action. At OMSDC, that means helping minority businesses grow, strengthening supplier networks, and creating real opportunity in Ohio. Open a door. Make a connection. Take action today.
Beyond the Bid. Grow your Tier 2 suppliers. Keep the master SOW lean; put ops detail in a short Tier-2 Exhibit. Set outcomes (quality, OTIF, response), stabilize operations (change control, traceability), secure data, keep audit visibility, align commercials. Faster onboarding, cleaner QBRs.
January 13, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Beyond the Bid. Grow your Tier 2 suppliers. Keep the master SOW lean; put ops detail in a short Tier-2 Exhibit. Set outcomes (quality, OTIF, response), stabilize operations (change control, traceability), secure data, keep audit visibility, align commercials. Faster onboarding, cleaner QBRs.
Follow us for supply chain tips! "Beyond the Bid" is our weekly series for buyers and suppliers. Short, practical posts on TCO, onboarding, Tier-2 strength, market research, and nearshoring—built to improve cost, service, and resilience. Follow OMSDC for your next playbook.
January 12, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Follow us for supply chain tips! "Beyond the Bid" is our weekly series for buyers and suppliers. Short, practical posts on TCO, onboarding, Tier-2 strength, market research, and nearshoring—built to improve cost, service, and resilience. Follow OMSDC for your next playbook.
🚨 OH Opportunity Alert: Want verified Ohio/Midwest/national growth opportunities—expansions, RFP/RFQ vendor calls, supplier events? Follow Us for weekly, fact-checked alerts with clear next steps. 🚀
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Want more benefits? Get certified with NMSDC! zurl.co/R4fg5
January 6, 2026 at 3:31 PM
🚨 OH Opportunity Alert: Want verified Ohio/Midwest/national growth opportunities—expansions, RFP/RFQ vendor calls, supplier events? Follow Us for weekly, fact-checked alerts with clear next steps. 🚀
Want more benefits? Get certified with NMSDC! zurl.co/R4fg5
Want more benefits? Get certified with NMSDC! zurl.co/R4fg5
As Kwanzaa concludes and a new year begins, OMSDC honors the legacy and future of African American entrepreneurship and leadership. The principles of Kwanzaa reflect our vision for an economy where minority-owned businesses are recognized, resourced & respected. Here's to a powerful year ahead! ✨
January 1, 2026 at 5:24 PM
As Kwanzaa concludes and a new year begins, OMSDC honors the legacy and future of African American entrepreneurship and leadership. The principles of Kwanzaa reflect our vision for an economy where minority-owned businesses are recognized, resourced & respected. Here's to a powerful year ahead! ✨
Happy New Year from OMSDC! 🎉 We remain committed to building an inclusive economy where minority-owned businesses thrive and partners source intentionally. Here’s to growth, innovation & meaningful connections in 2026. Wishing our community prosperity & opportunity. Let’s open doors together!
January 1, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Happy New Year from OMSDC! 🎉 We remain committed to building an inclusive economy where minority-owned businesses thrive and partners source intentionally. Here’s to growth, innovation & meaningful connections in 2026. Wishing our community prosperity & opportunity. Let’s open doors together!
OMSDC extends heartfelt gratitude to our MBEs, corporate members, partners & friends as we close out the year. Every connection & opportunity has strengthened Ohio’s economy and advanced equity in supplier diversity. Thank you for your trust. Wishing you a hopeful New Year’s Eve! ✨
December 31, 2025 at 7:32 PM
OMSDC extends heartfelt gratitude to our MBEs, corporate members, partners & friends as we close out the year. Every connection & opportunity has strengthened Ohio’s economy and advanced equity in supplier diversity. Thank you for your trust. Wishing you a hopeful New Year’s Eve! ✨
Happy Kwanzaa from OMSDC! As the celebration begins, we honor the seven principles—especially unity, cooperative economics & purpose. We celebrate our African American MBEs, partners & allies whose leadership strengthens Ohio’s economy. Wishing you reflection, pride & joy. ✨
December 26, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Happy Kwanzaa from OMSDC! As the celebration begins, we honor the seven principles—especially unity, cooperative economics & purpose. We celebrate our African American MBEs, partners & allies whose leadership strengthens Ohio’s economy. Wishing you reflection, pride & joy. ✨
OMSDC wishes a very Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! This season reminds us of the generosity, compassion & hope that guide our work to build a more inclusive economy. Thank you to our MBEs, corporate members & partners for your trust and collaboration. Merry Christmas! 🎄
December 24, 2025 at 9:32 PM
OMSDC wishes a very Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! This season reminds us of the generosity, compassion & hope that guide our work to build a more inclusive economy. Thank you to our MBEs, corporate members & partners for your trust and collaboration. Merry Christmas! 🎄
As Hanukkah comes to a close, OMSDC shares heartfelt appreciation for our Jewish colleagues, MBEs & partners who shared this season of light with us. May its light continue to inspire hope, equity & opportunity. Thank you for the light you bring to our shared work. 🕎
December 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
As Hanukkah comes to a close, OMSDC shares heartfelt appreciation for our Jewish colleagues, MBEs & partners who shared this season of light with us. May its light continue to inspire hope, equity & opportunity. Thank you for the light you bring to our shared work. 🕎
🧭 Beyond the Bid = weekly, practical supply chain tips you can use today—TCO, onboarding, Tier-2 playbooks, market scans, nearshoring choices, and more. Clear steps, short reads, helpful infographics. Follow OMSDC for the next drop.
December 18, 2025 at 12:27 PM
🧭 Beyond the Bid = weekly, practical supply chain tips you can use today—TCO, onboarding, Tier-2 playbooks, market scans, nearshoring choices, and more. Clear steps, short reads, helpful infographics. Follow OMSDC for the next drop.
🚨 OH Opportunity Alert: ODNR RFQ—FY26 Punderson Lodge Improvements (Geauga Co.). Seeking Registered A/E for historic lodge building-envelope restoration; roof replacement priority. Due Dec 23, 2025, 4:00 pm. Email SOQ (Form F110-330) to engineering@dnr.ohio.gov
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. Certify: zurl.co/k4oMN
December 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
🚨 OH Opportunity Alert: ODNR RFQ—FY26 Punderson Lodge Improvements (Geauga Co.). Seeking Registered A/E for historic lodge building-envelope restoration; roof replacement priority. Due Dec 23, 2025, 4:00 pm. Email SOQ (Form F110-330) to engineering@dnr.ohio.gov
. Certify: zurl.co/k4oMN
. Certify: zurl.co/k4oMN
OMSDC recognizes Las Posadas and extends warm wishes to all who observe this meaningful tradition. Its story of welcome and belonging reflects our mission to ensure minority-owned businesses are valued partners in Ohio’s growth. To our Latino MBEs & partners
¡Felices Posadas!
¡Felices Posadas!
December 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
OMSDC recognizes Las Posadas and extends warm wishes to all who observe this meaningful tradition. Its story of welcome and belonging reflects our mission to ensure minority-owned businesses are valued partners in Ohio’s growth. To our Latino MBEs & partners
¡Felices Posadas!
¡Felices Posadas!
🚨 OH Opportunity Alert: DCY RFP — statewide Motivational Interviewing training for Local Child-Serving Programs. Due Jan 29, 2026 • ID SRC0000035555. RFP: zurl.co/cEmne
(search the ID). MBEs in training or recruitment this is for you!
Need MBE certification? zurl.co/RHIoX
(search the ID). MBEs in training or recruitment this is for you!
Need MBE certification? zurl.co/RHIoX
December 16, 2025 at 3:42 PM
🚨 OH Opportunity Alert: DCY RFP — statewide Motivational Interviewing training for Local Child-Serving Programs. Due Jan 29, 2026 • ID SRC0000035555. RFP: zurl.co/cEmne
(search the ID). MBEs in training or recruitment this is for you!
Need MBE certification? zurl.co/RHIoX
(search the ID). MBEs in training or recruitment this is for you!
Need MBE certification? zurl.co/RHIoX
As we enter the holiday season, OMSDC extends warm wishes to our MBEs, corporate members, partners & friends. When diverse businesses grow, communities thrive. Thank you for the role you play in Ohio’s economic story. Season’s greetings!
December 15, 2025 at 3:31 PM
As we enter the holiday season, OMSDC extends warm wishes to our MBEs, corporate members, partners & friends. When diverse businesses grow, communities thrive. Thank you for the role you play in Ohio’s economic story. Season’s greetings!
To all who celebrate, OMSDC wishes you a joyful & peaceful Hanukkah. As the first candles are lit, we’re reminded that even a small light can push back great darkness. We honor our Jewish colleagues, MBEs, partners & friends. Chag Sameach! 🕎
December 14, 2025 at 10:23 PM
To all who celebrate, OMSDC wishes you a joyful & peaceful Hanukkah. As the first candles are lit, we’re reminded that even a small light can push back great darkness. We honor our Jewish colleagues, MBEs, partners & friends. Chag Sameach! 🕎
Giving Tuesday is almost over, but there’s still time for you to make a real difference! Invest in working families, local jobs, and minority-owned businesses across Ohio. Give $25, $50, or $100 so we can help the small businesses who support our families and neighborhoods - zurl.co/iQ5py
December 3, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Giving Tuesday is almost over, but there’s still time for you to make a real difference! Invest in working families, local jobs, and minority-owned businesses across Ohio. Give $25, $50, or $100 so we can help the small businesses who support our families and neighborhoods - zurl.co/iQ5py
On #GivingTuesday, help us support working families. OMSDC provides access to corporate contracts that allow minority business owners to keep their families and neighborhoods stable. Give $25, $50, or $100 so more kids see someone like them signing the front of the paycheck. Give now: zurl.co/ovWKx
December 2, 2025 at 6:53 PM
On #GivingTuesday, help us support working families. OMSDC provides access to corporate contracts that allow minority business owners to keep their families and neighborhoods stable. Give $25, $50, or $100 so more kids see someone like them signing the front of the paycheck. Give now: zurl.co/ovWKx
Behind every business is a paycheck. A family. A neighborhood. This Black Friday, don’t just fill carts—fuel opportunity. OMSDC helps minority-owned businesses build skills, win contracts, and keep doors open in communities across Ohio. If you can, invest $10, $20, or $25 today: zurl.co/bnIIT
November 28, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Behind every business is a paycheck. A family. A neighborhood. This Black Friday, don’t just fill carts—fuel opportunity. OMSDC helps minority-owned businesses build skills, win contracts, and keep doors open in communities across Ohio. If you can, invest $10, $20, or $25 today: zurl.co/bnIIT
Today we’re grateful for our family, our friends, and our community.
We’re also thankful for Ohio’s minority businesses, our corporate partners, policymakers, and allies who turn commitments into contracts, jobs, and real impact for our communities.
Thank you for showing up all year long.
We’re also thankful for Ohio’s minority businesses, our corporate partners, policymakers, and allies who turn commitments into contracts, jobs, and real impact for our communities.
Thank you for showing up all year long.
November 27, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Today we’re grateful for our family, our friends, and our community.
We’re also thankful for Ohio’s minority businesses, our corporate partners, policymakers, and allies who turn commitments into contracts, jobs, and real impact for our communities.
Thank you for showing up all year long.
We’re also thankful for Ohio’s minority businesses, our corporate partners, policymakers, and allies who turn commitments into contracts, jobs, and real impact for our communities.
Thank you for showing up all year long.
📊 Beyond the Bid: Nearshoring = faster lead times, lower safety stock, clearer quality. Invest in local suppliers to build agility and resilience. Use a two-source model (regional + global) with switch-over steps. Ohio jobs + stronger chains.
Follow us for more supply chain tips!
Follow us for more supply chain tips!
November 26, 2025 at 10:06 PM
📊 Beyond the Bid: Nearshoring = faster lead times, lower safety stock, clearer quality. Invest in local suppliers to build agility and resilience. Use a two-source model (regional + global) with switch-over steps. Ohio jobs + stronger chains.
Follow us for more supply chain tips!
Follow us for more supply chain tips!
As programs are dismantled, it gets harder for minority-owned businesses to get in the room and get a seat at the table. OMSDC advocates for Ohio businesses in our community, so they’re seen and considered. Your gift keeps our advocacy active.
Make your tax deductible gift today - zurl.co/08GOZ
Make your tax deductible gift today - zurl.co/08GOZ
November 25, 2025 at 7:40 PM
As programs are dismantled, it gets harder for minority-owned businesses to get in the room and get a seat at the table. OMSDC advocates for Ohio businesses in our community, so they’re seen and considered. Your gift keeps our advocacy active.
Make your tax deductible gift today - zurl.co/08GOZ
Make your tax deductible gift today - zurl.co/08GOZ
From our OMSDC family to yours, thank you for making the 2025 Annual Awards Gala unforgettable. Because you showed up, the room was full of energy, pride, and real commitment to economic equity in Ohio. Let’s carry this momentum into 2026.
November 24, 2025 at 9:49 PM
From our OMSDC family to yours, thank you for making the 2025 Annual Awards Gala unforgettable. Because you showed up, the room was full of energy, pride, and real commitment to economic equity in Ohio. Let’s carry this momentum into 2026.
Beyond the Bid. 30-minute competitor pulse: 1) Define the question. 2) Check official sources (sites, specs, warranty, lead times, price bands). 3) Scan demand signals (LinkedIn, press, reviews). 4) Benchmark 3 rivals + your supplier on features, delivery, service, promos. Act and repeat monthly.
November 24, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Beyond the Bid. 30-minute competitor pulse: 1) Define the question. 2) Check official sources (sites, specs, warranty, lead times, price bands). 3) Scan demand signals (LinkedIn, press, reviews). 4) Benchmark 3 rivals + your supplier on features, delivery, service, promos. Act and repeat monthly.