Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council (WRMSDC), an affiliate of NMSDC

What Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council (WRMSDC), an affiliate of NMSDC does

WRMSDC (Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council) is a non-profit, 501(c)-style regional affiliate of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), founded in 1977 and headquartered at 80 Swan Way #101 in Oakland, California. It operates a two-sided membership model in the territory of Northern California, Nevada, and Hawaii, recruiting corporate members — including 170+ Fortune 500 companies such as Apple, Google, Kaiser Permanente, PG&E, U.S. Bank, Chevron, Sutter Health, Turner Construction, and Intel — and certifying and developing minority and under-resourced small businesses (MBEs/SBEs). Core products and programs include the MBE Certification Program, Corporate Membership tiers (Basic at $4,000, Local at $5,000, and Upper Tier above $5,000, plus Champion/Gold/Bronze/Platinum recognition levels), the Corporate Readiness Program (CRP), the Business Growth Acceleration Program (BGAP), the GROW Program, and the Cross-Mentoring and SBIC (Small Business Input Committee) initiatives.

WRMSDC's technology footprint is not based on a proprietary platform; its core operation is event-driven matchmaking, certification administration, and ongoing relationship management supported by digital channels (wrmsdc.org, social, email, The Loop monthly video series, SILS webinars) and an Opportunity Board portal. Revenue is generated from three streams: annual corporate membership subscriptions, event sponsorship (Construction Day, Golf Tournaments, Awards Gala, Annual Summit), and tax-deductible donations. The organization goes to market through enterprise field sales to corporate members, event-led engagement, and a community-led circular-economy approach in which participating businesses contract and refer one another. WRMSDC maintains a small operational footprint (~17 staff) and partners strategically with NMSDC plus a cross-affiliate ecosystem (WBENC, DisabilityIn, NGLCC, NVBDC, SBA, Supplier Clearinghouse, AGC of California, DGS California) and an Alliance of Community Leaders (ACL) extending its reach beyond traditional supplier diversity.

Name

Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council (WRMSDC), an affiliate of NMSDC

Legal name

Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council

Website

https://wrmsdc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

WRMSDC is a non-profit NMSDC regional affiliate serving Northern California, Nevada, and Hawaii, certifying minority and under-resourced businesses and connecting them through membership tiers, events, and matchmaking to 460+ corporate members including 170+ Fortune 500 companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Minority Supplier Development Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Business Associations (81391), Professional Organizations (81392), Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

B2B Marketplaces & Wholesale Platforms (BPAMAGAD)

Keywords

• Supplier diversity certification
• Minority business development
• Corporate membership programs
• Small business development
• Supplier matchmaking services

Headquarters

HQ city

Oakland, CA

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Corporate Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from corporate members at various tiers - Basic ($4K), Local ($5K), and Upper Tier (>$5K). Corporate members gain access to vetted under-resourced suppliers and procurement opportunities.
2. Event Sponsorship: Revenue from event sponsorships for signature events including Construction Day, Golf Tournaments, Awards Gala, and Annual Summits. Sponsorship packages offer brand visibility, speaking opportunities, and networking access.
3. Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations supporting under-resourced business development. Monthly giving options and one-time donation amounts available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

WRMSDC certifies Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and connects them to corporate members through tiered corporate memberships (Basic, Local, Upper Tier, Champion, Gold, Bronze, Platinum). It supplements these core offerings with business development programs (CRP, BGAP, GROW), matchmaking events, an Opportunity Board, an Access to Capital resource library, the Construction Industry Hub, fiscal sponsorship services, and the Supplier Impact Leadership Series (SILS), serving Northern California, Nevada, and Hawaii.

Product overview

WRMSDC operates as a membership-based organization connecting Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) with corporate partners. The core offering is the MBE Certification Program paired with Corporate Membership Tiers, supported by specialized programs including the Corporate Readiness Program (CRP), Business Growth Acceleration Program (BGAP), and GROW Program. The organization maintains an Industry Working Group Toolkit and hosts the Supplier Impact Leadership Series (SILS) webinar training. Specialized services include the Construction Industry Hub with fiscal sponsorship, an Opportunity Board for contracting, and Access to Capital Resources. Events include signature programs like Construction Day, the Annual Summit, and various networking golf tournaments. The Small Business Input Committee (SBIC) connects under-resourced businesses with corporate America, while The Loop provides monthly video spotlights.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Supplier Impact Leadership Series (SILS): A training series providing education on how to succeed as a supplier, covering procurement processes, building relationships, and navigating large-scale projects.
• Construction Industry Hub
• The Loop

Products and services

• MBE Certification Program Certification program for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) that enables businesses to gain recognition and connect with corporate members seeking diverse suppliers across Northern California, Nevada, and Hawaii.
• Corporate Membership Program Tiered corporate membership (Basic $4K, Local $5K, Upper Tier >$5K, Champion, Gold, Bronze, Platinum) connecting corporations with certified MBEs and providing access to procurement opportunities, matchmaking events, and the certified MBE directory.
• Construction Industry Hub Dedicated sector hub for the construction industry that combines fiscal sponsorship, industry-specific events, working groups, and spotlights to connect builders, trades, and contracting opportunities.
• Supplier Impact Leadership Series (SILS) Webinar and training series that provides corporate partners and suppliers with strategic insights on supplier diversity, procurement processes, and program management (including AI Prompt Engineering training for program managers).
• Industry Working Group Toolkit Downloadable toolkit with templates, checklists, codes of conduct, and meeting documentation that organizations can use to establish and manage industry-specific working groups.
• Corporate Readiness Program (CRP) Structured training and development program that prepares certified businesses to compete for corporate contracts and meet Fortune 500 procurement requirements.
• Business Growth Acceleration Program (BGAP) Growth-focused program that helps certified businesses scale through targeted strategies, resources, and capacity-building support.
• GROW Program (Generating Revenue, Opportunity, and Wins) Program that strengthens certified businesses' foundations to generate revenue, identify opportunities, and win contracts.
• Opportunity Board Online portal that connects certified businesses with contracting opportunities from city/state governments, general contractors, and corporate members.
• Access to Capital Resources Curated library of capital resources for certified small businesses, including loans, investment capital, disaster assistance, surety bonds, and grants.
• Fiscal Sponsorship Services Fiscal sponsorship offering under which construction companies can access grants, tax-deductible donations, and mission-driven funding without forming their own 501(c)(3).
• The Loop - Monthly Spotlight Series Monthly video spotlight series featuring 5-7 minute conversations with business owners and corporate procurement leaders, distributed multiple times per week across WRMSDC's social platforms.
• Event Sponsorship Sponsorship packages for WRMSDC signature events (Awards Gala, Business Expo, Construction Day, Golf Tournaments, Annual Summit) offering brand visibility, speaking opportunities, and networking access.
• Small Business Input Committee (SBIC) Committee of under-resourced SBE owners that fosters marketplace relationships between Corporate America and certified under-resourced businesses through strategic partners including Sabacon Consulting and certified SBEs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20 corporate members spend over $1B annually with under-resourced businesses
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NMSDC (National Minority Supplier Development Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWRMSDC is a regional affiliate of NMSDC, the largest minority business development organization in the US. Through this affiliation, WRMSDC connects its members to a national network of over 12,000 under-resourced businesses and major Fortune 500 corporations.
• Arc RiotminorOthersDesignated printing partner providing services for WRMSDC events and materials.
• Ice Safety SolutionsminorOthersSafety partner supporting construction industry initiatives and events.
• Sabacon ConsultingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategy partner and SBIC Chair Gerald Johnson leads SBIC initiatives. Provides strategic consulting services to council and member businesses.
• Shellee FisherminorOthersPhotography partner providing visual documentation services for WRMSDC events and programs.
• Storyville RDminorOthersStorytelling partner Christine Maddela serves as Nevada Lead for marketing on SBIC.
• Super VillainminorOthersProduction partner providing multimedia and event production services.
• Total KallasminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness development partner providing growth consulting and development services.
• SBIC Partners (Trident, Astute, LV-Lighting, NCS, OSI, QA, Shirubaa, Suntender, TCE)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSmall Business Input Committee partners including Trident Consulting, Astute, Las Vegas Lighting, and other certified SBEs driving community commerce.
• WBENC (Women's Business Enterprise National Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with WBENC for women's business enterprise certification and development programs.
• DisabilityIncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with DisabilityIn supporting businesses owned by people with disabilities.
• NGLCC (National LGBT Chamber of Commerce)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with NGLCC for LGBT business enterprise certification and advocacy.
• NVBDC (National Veteran Business Development Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership supporting veteran-owned business development and certification.
• SBA (U.S. Small Business Administration)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with SBA providing small business resources, financing programs, and government contracting support.
• Supplier ClearinghousecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with California utility supplier diversity program providing additional certification pathways.
• AGC of CaliforniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Associated General Contractors of California for construction industry initiatives.
• DGS CaliforniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with California Department of General Services for state procurement opportunities.
• Alliance of Community Leaders (ACL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerACL was created by WRMSDC to uplift community-based organizations through advocacy, strategy, education, and unity. Includes diverse nonprofits from California with national reach.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/WRMSDC
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCwuNTFEA8E7vPXKkgv4m8lw
• Facebookfacebook.com/WRMSDC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/western-regional-minority-supplier-development-council-wrmsdc
• Instagraminstagram.com/wrmsdc_council

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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