Empowering Minority Business Enterprises
Explore MBDA's commitment to fostering growth for America's minority business enterprises, fueled by our mission to create an economy of equal opportunity.
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Propel Women Entrepreneurs
Through tailored programs and resources, we enable women to fully realize their potential as entrepreneurs by giving them the tools to innovate, create jobs, and build generational wealth.
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Access Global Markets
From securing financing to navigating international regulations, we empower businesses to seize export opportunities, increase revenue streams, and enhance competitiveness on the global stage.
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Drive American Manufacturing
By facilitating technology adoption, fostering industry partnerships, and providing strategic guidance, we help manufacturers innovate, diversify their customer base, and drive growth in the manufacturing sector.
Transform Your Business: Access Capital, Contracts, and Markets with MBDA's National Network
Discover how MBDA's national network of Business Centers, Specialty Centers, and programs deliver customized business development and industry-focused services to help MBEs access capital, contracts, and markets.
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Business Centers
MBDA's one-stop-shops for MBE success. Whether you're seeking capital, competing for contracts, building relationships, or entering global markets, we're here to support your journey.
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Specialty Centers
Explore our industry-focused services that help MBEs accelerate growth in advanced manufacturing, exporting, and federal contracting.
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Programs & Initiatives
Unlock the power of MBDA's network of programs, each offering unique resources and opportunities to support your business.
Leverage Financial Resources to Achieve Growth
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Financial Consultations
Connect with our MBDA network to explore traditional and alternative funding solutions.
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Grants
Learn how to access Federal grants and about MBDA grant opportunities that provide technical assistance to foster innovation and growth in business communities.
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Loans
Understand your options and how to best secure the funding to take your business to the next level.
Research Hub
MBDA's Research and Data Hub hosts:
Research Reports
Fact Sheets
Publications
MBDA's repository caters to MBEs, entrepreneurs, service providers, policymakers, and stakeholders.
In FY22, MBDA facilitated access to $1.5 billion in capital, empowering minority-owned businesses.
FY22 saw MBDA's diligent efforts culminate in over $3.8 billion in contract awards to minority-owned businesses.
Throughout FY22, MBDA played a pivotal role in empowering minority-owned businesses to generate or safeguard over 19,000 jobs.
Latest News
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June 07, 2024
U.S. Minority Business Development Agency Convenes Panel for Southern Florida’s Minority Business Communities
MIAMI (June 7, 2024) – On Wednesday, Acting Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development Eric Morrissette convened a panel in Miami, Florida for minority business enterprises, as an a... -
June 03, 2024
U.S. Minority Business Development Agency Convenes First Ever Meeting of the Minority Business Enterprise Advisory Council
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 3, 2024) – On Friday, May 31, the U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) held the first-ever meeting of the Minority Business Enterprise Adviso... -
May 22, 2024
U.S. Minority Business Development Agency & Port of Seattle Announce New Collaboration to Expand Minority Business
SEATTLE (May 21, 2024) – On Thursday, May 16th, Acting Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development Eric Morrissette traveled to Seattle to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) be...