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Mid-States MSDC Recognizes Corporations Spending With Black Businesses
February 16, 2021 GMT
INDIANAPOLIS - February 16, 2021 - ( Newswire.com )
The Mid-States Minority Supplier Development Council (Mid-States MSDC) recognizes 39 Central Indiana corporations (see attached image) that spent more than $650 Million with Black-owned businesses in 2020.
“Last year, in response to Black Lives Matter, numerous corporations issued statements in support of the Black community, but sadly, many of them have not committed to purchasing from Black businesses or have established goals to spend dollars with diverse suppliers,” said Carolyn Mosby, President/CEO of the Mid-States MSDC. “We wanted to acknowledge those companies that are purchasing from Black businesses, creating jobs and impacting the overall economic development and empowerment of communities of color in Central Indiana. Thirty-nine corporations have made the commitment and are part of our organization at the local and national level, but there are many more that should,” said Mosby. “When you look at the 100 largest corporations in Indiana, only 13 are affiliated with our organization. We need to increase that number, and we are here to help. Corporate America established us almost 50 years ago to help them certify, develop and connect diverse suppliers with corporate purchasing opportunities.”