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8 8 88EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGSBOARD MEETINGS & EVENTSBOARD OF DIRECTORS CALENDARSEXCEPTIONS THAT CHANGE BOARD MONTHLY MEETINGS TO SAME DAYTHURSDAY, 7:30AM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTEDTHURSDAY, 7:30AM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTEDEVENTS05/11 -05/12 2026 ACCESS Bus ines s ExpoMay7June18July16August20September17October15November19December48 88May12June24July23August27September23October22NovemberTBDDecember8Board Meeting &ACCESS ExpoBoard Meeting &Annual Meeting05/12 2026 ACCESS Business Expo06/24 Quarterly Supply Chain Professional Luncheon09/23 Quarterly Supply Chain Professional Luncheon12/8 Annual Meeting & Toy Drive08/20 Networking Interactive Nexus09/28 Golf Clas s ic11/13 2026 E-Awards12/8 Annual MeetingBoard Meeting &QSCPLBoard Meeting &QSCPL
Pamela BryantMargo J. PoseyJason Lynch Monica MenzelJacquelyn Clayborn Terri QuintonDon MckneelyTracy BarkerGreg CodyYareli EstebanHeather Herndon WrightAmy Salazar -HilbornHussain ManjeeTony MarinoJonathan McCaslinAnthony PatricioMilton QuinnMayra RiveraBrandon RakestrawJacqui SpicerNick Von LankenTotal Present 81% 90% 67%Total Absent 19% 10% 33%Table KeyPresentLeave of AbsenceAbsentNo Board Meeting 2026 Board of Directors Meeting Attendance RosterOFFICERS JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
OFFICERS BOARD INSTALLATION HARD HAT 2026 MARCH QUARTERLY SUPPLY LUNCHEON ACCESS 2026 JULY- MBE NETWORKING INTERACTIVE NEXUS SEPTEMBER QUARTERLY SUPPLY LUNCHEON GOLF CLASSIC 2026 E-AWARDSPamela BryantMargo J. PoseyJason Lynch Monica MenzelJacqui SpicerJacquelyn Clayborn Terri QuintonDon MckneelyTracy BarkerGreg CodyYareli EstebanHeather Herdon WrightAmy Salazar -HilbornHussain ManjeeTony MarinoJonathan McCaslinAnthony PatricioMilton QuinnMayra RiveraBrandon RakestrawNick Von LankenTotal Present 81% 52% 67%Total Absent 19% 48% 33%Table KeyPresentTelephone/ ZoomAbsent2026 Board of Directors Events Attendance Roster
DirectorsDirectors04/23/20267:30 am - 9:00 amCouncil OfficeAttendees:Pamela Bryant | Margo J. Posey | Jason Lynch| Monica Menzel | Jacqui Spicer | Jacquelyn Clayborn | TerriQuinton | Don McKneely | Tracy Barker | Gregory Cody | Mayra Rivera | Yareli Esteban | Heather Herndon –Wright | Amy Salazar-Hilborn | Hussain Manjee | Tony Marino | Jonathan McCaslin | Anthony Patricio | | MiltonQuinn | Brandon Rakestraw| Nick Von LankenItem #1 Call to Order Pamela BryantChair’s RemarksItem # 2Item # 3Item # 4March Minutes TerriMarch Financials Monica Menzel & JamesMarch Certification Margo Item # 5 President's Report MargoCouncil UpdatesResource Guide
DATE: MARCH 25, 2026Attendees:AbsentPamela Bryant Terri Quinton Heather HerndonWrightMilton QuinnMargo J. Posey Don McKneely Amy Hilborn Brandon RakestrawJason Lynch Tracy Barker Hussain Manjee Mayra RiveraMonica Menzel Greg Cody Tony Marino Nick Van LankenJacqui Spicer Alexis Dennard Jonathan McCaslinJacquelyn Clayborn Yareli Esteban Anthony PatricioLocation & Time: The meeting began at 10:11 AM at Hilton Lincoln Centre in Dallas. Chair Remarks • .Welcomed Mayra Rivera our new board member from AT&T. Mayra gave a brief introduction abouther career.• Alexis is leaving and we congratulated her on her retirement. Alexis made a few comments on being part of the board.Minutes • Terri Quinton presented minutes from the February meeting. • Motion made by Don to accept the minutes as presented. Seconded by Monica. Motion carried.Financials • Margo talked through the revised 2026 budget. However, we had some opportunity to better classify some information. Doesn’t change the dollar amount, but lines have been updated. This was done so that the finances can capture the right information for future forecasting.o NMSDC Certification (Ethnic Certification)o Out of Region Subscriber Feeso Split out SBE and SBE+ to separate lineso IT Software (Zoom, AI, etc.) and Managed Services (equipment running)
• Monica mentioned we can start forecasting after we get 1Qtr.• Monica said for the meeting we will look at the YTD for first 2 months.• James Estes presented financialso Revenues tracking $37K above budgeto Have $38K from NMSDC but has not been allocated to lines. Need further info to do so.o Subscribers slightly behind last yearo Expense under budget $11Ko Operation $48K under budgeto Budgetary provisions have adjusted contingencyo Balance Sheet presentedo Special Events Still chasing DOS collectionso Banks shown• Motion made by Greg to accept the financials as presented. Seconded by Amy. Motion carried.• Monica mentioned $100K contingency per last year. Need to do it again this year due to inflations, geopolitics, fuel, etc. • Motion from the finance committee. Motion carried.CertificationBoa• Margo mentioned the certification report can be found in the board book.• 63 online application in queue, 16 SBE only; 47 SBE+• Airport hired a consultant to assist in training and processing on SBE+ and third party who is going through those certifications. May need to bring on someone to help with the process at the Council.• No longer need to vote on staff report of certification.• Question on the value of MBE certification going forward including DBE and ACEDBE. No one is sure yet of how it will play out. Need to document and bring to the attention of Buying Entities and airport.• Margo asked for information about how businesses have been impacted.• One company says if someone does not certify then they are counted as non-diverse, majority supplier.Consent Agenda• ICSCWG Report – included in the Board ReportHeather has agreed to co-chair the working group to replace Jeni from Nokia. Luis Barbaro from Universal is other co-chair.• Doing an outreach to get more buying entities to participate in the Quarterly Luncheons. Important to suppliers to have a chance to meet buyers and subject matter experts.
• QSCPL average attendees last year was 165; this year is about 136 registered. • Encourage participation.2026 Council President’s Report• Margo presented the President’s Report in the board book.• Staff Work Activity shown.• Construction Plan Report presented. This work is now being supported by a from a consultant, Eve Clark until June.• Status of DAP was shown. • President’s Report is in the Board Book.o Board Resource Guide with forms to complete and return back to Council. (Bylaws and Committee Charters not included but under-construction) will be distributed soon.o Promote and participate in ACCESS 2026. Need help in getting people participating in the Expo and Round Tables.o Status of HUB and the lawsuit discussed. (info included in the board package) We have 14 agencies (85 last year) registeredso far. Can’t award bids. Financial impact on Council.o Round Tables at ACCESS become even more important in today’s business climate.o Planning a membership campaign connected to ACCESS.• Welcome your thoughts on where we need to be going in the future.Discussion -- Question about day pass for HUB folks this year. Staff working on money side of ACCESS. Milton says folks need SBE instead of HUB. SBE and MBE focus still.Under-championed to be utilized in our mission statement to replace all the under XXX. Discuss and approve at next board meeting.Adjourn • Meeting adjourned at 11:18 AM
YTDLINE ITEMS ACTUAL BUDGETVARIANCE TO BUDGET FAV/(UNFAV)REVENUE:Corporate Memberships - New - 10,000 (10,000)Corporate Memberships- Renewal 71,500 50,000 21,500Interest Income 3,097 2,499 598NMSDC National Dues 10,965 37,500 (26,535)NMSDC National Performance BONUS - - -NMSDC National Dues-2023 - - -NMSDC National Dues-2022 - - -NMSDC MBE Recertification Fees—Renewal-Local 74,325 25,000 49,325 TimingNMSDC MBE Certification Fees-New-Local 15,273 5,200 10,073 2026 2025MBE Out of Region Subscriber Fees-Renewal 4,790 2,000 2,790 5 11MBE Out of Region Subscriber Fees-New - - - 0 2SBE Certifications 12,675 14,350 (1,675)SBE + Certifications 26,637 20,500 6,137Enhanced Business - 1,250 (1,250)Grants/DAP 143,078 81,000 62,078Expedite Fees - - -Uncategorized 650 - 650 TOTAL REVENUE 362,990 249,299 113,691EXPENSES:NMSDC 9,078 5,500 (3,578)Legal Fees - 2,500 2,500IT Software 24,618 19,775 (4,843)Managed Services 9,391 9,810 419Office Expense 25,365 25,200 (165)Telecommunication 5,960 6,600 640Credit Card Processing 2,650 1,500 (1,150)Credit Card Processing Fees (57) (1,800) (1,743)Board Installation 1,813 4,000 2,1871% - - -Cartage/Delivery - - -Outsourcing 20,499 20,499 -Lease-Office Space 35,363 36,252 889Lease-Equipment/Other 6,707 7,800 1,093Insurance/Taxes - 3,500 3,500Professional Fees 6,850 10,000 3,150Temporary Services 1,957 10,000 8,043Salary 193,308 209,700 16,392 TOTAL EXPENSES 343,502 370,836 27,334 NET YEAR END REVENUE/(LOSS) 19,488 (121,537) 141,025 TOTAL SPECIAL EVENTS REVENUE/(LOSS) 47,808 271,832 (224,024) TOTAL YEAR END NET REVENUE/(LOSS) 67,296 150,295 (83,000)Prior Year Revenue 24,146 -Prior Year Expense 246 - TOTAL PRIOR YEAR INCOME/(LOSS) 23,900 - - TOTAL NET REVENUE 91,196 150,295Year To Date Results as of March 2026YourControllerPlus4/22/202610:32 AM
Special ReserveInitial Amount RequestedApproved Amount Actual Balance RationaleSales Support Staff 90,000 125,000 67,000 58,000 Increase Buying Entity Memberships and sponsorships Total 90,000 125,000 67,000 58,000Contingency Approved Amount100,000 - 100,000 Inflationary contingency 2026 100,000 66,000 34,000On Feb 28th 2025,The Board of Directors voted to allocate $100K out of reserves for Margo to hire a consultant to develop strawman proposal of a future DFW MSDC organization for the Board to review and discuss. Initial Rainmaker Inc payment.Budgetary ProvisionsYourControllerPlus4/22/202610:32 AM
As of As of As of3/31/2026 12/31/2025 12/31/2024CURRENT: CASH-SPECIAL-BANK OF TEXAS 117,331 117,331 117,331 CASH-OPERATING-BANK OF TEXAS 366,364 221,415 221,188 CASH-COMERICA BANK MONEY MARKET 233,406 232,946 230,654 CASH-COMERICA BANK CHECKING 24,526 24,526 24,526 CASH-HUNTINGTON/VERITEX FORMERLY GREEN BANK M 260,962 260,646 257,652 CASH -REGIONS BANK 146,645 146,642 168,592 INVESTMENT-REGIONS BANK 103,530 103,532 81,408 CASH-CHASE CHECKING 71,552 71,550 71,543 CASH-CHASE CHECKING II 12,541 12,541 12,541 CASH-PLAINSCAPITAL BANK MONEY MARKET 114,088 113,527 111,197 CASH-CAPITALONE-CHECKING 97,054 97,054 97,054 CASH-CAPITALONE-SAVING 54,562 54,562 54,507 CASH-TRUIST BANK 271,570 270,235 266,401 CASH-TEXAS CAPTIAL BANK 262,348 260,105 254,533 PETTY CASH 1,000 1,000 1,000 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE-MBDA 0 0 74,567 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE 54,220 156,887 18,8012,191,699 2,144,499 2,063,495DEPOSIT 2026 INTERACTIVE NEXUS HALL 6,250 6,250 0DEPOSIT RICCHI TOWERS LLC LANDLORD 11,348 11,348 11,348DEPOSIT 2026 ACCESS 0 1,000 0DEPOSIT 2026 E AWARDS 0 24,093 0PREPAID EXPENSES 0 0 4,496 DEPOSIT 2026 HARD HAT 0 7,144 0 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 17,598 49,835 15,844FIXED ASSETS: SOFTWARE-CSC 48,756 48,756 48,756 FURNITURE & FIXTURES 90,801 90,801 90,801 EQUIPMENT & COMPUTERS 142,431 142,431 139,925 LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS 124,783 124,783 124,783 LESS: ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION (155,317) (155,317) (155,317) 251,454 251,454 248,948 TOTAL ASSETS 2,460,751 2,445,788 2,328,287LIABLITIES & FUND BALANCELIABILITIESPREPAID FEES/DUES 803,540 695,467 733,084PREPAID HARD HAT 2026 0 14,731 0ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 125,098 183,533 108,768NOTES PAYABLE-SBA EIDL ADVANCE 5,000 5,000 5,000NOTES PAYABLE-SBA EIDL LONG-TERM 150,000 150,000 150,000FUND BALANCE: 0 FUND BALANCE 1,285,917 1,601,837 1,281,383 NET REVENUE/(LOSS) 91,196 (204,780) 50,0522,460,751 2,445,788 2,328,287 TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUND BALANCE 2,460,751 2,445,788 2,328,287ASSETSYourControllerPlus4/22/202610:32 AM
Budget Net Proceeds +/(-) Forecast FC vs Plan B/(W) Funds Rec'dAccounts Rec ExpensesAccounts PayNet Proceeds +/(-)Hard Hat 77,832 (77,832) 79,210 48,343 30,867 ACCESS 103,500 (103,500) 35,736 1,000 34,736 Golf Classic 17,000 (17,000) 500 500 Awards Banquet 101,000 (101,000) 25,050 31,866 (6,816) - Economic Briefing & Board Insta (5,000) 5,000 0 - Qtrly Supply Chain (25,000) 25,000 2,020 13,649 (11,629) MBEIC (2,500) 2,500 - 2026 Super Networker 6,000 (6,000) 150 150 BTTBU Breakfast and Recognition - - Annual Meeting (1,000) 1,000 - Top Golf - - 2026 Additional Program - - Total 271,832 - (271,832) 142,666 - 94,858 47,808 2026DOS Report:Name Amount 1-30 31-60 61-90 91-120 121-OverACCESS-2025 30,041 0 30,041E AWARDS-2025 20,679 0 0 20,679HARD HAT-2025 3,500 3,50054,220 0 0 0 0 54,220 Note:NotesSpecial Events Report as of March 2026EventsFY 2026 YTDYourControllerPlus4/22/202610:32 AM
3/31/20261003 CASH--BANK OF TEXAS 117,3311000 CASH-OPERATING-BANK OF TEXAS 366,364 483,6951104 CASH-COMERICA BANK MONEY MARKET 233,4061004 CASH-COMERICA BANK CHECKING 24,526 257,9321005 CASH-CHASE CHECKING 71,5521006 CASH-CHASE CHECKING II 12,541 84,0931103 INVESTMENT/REGIONS BANK 53,1901102 CASH-BUSINESS MONEY MARKET 50,3401008 CASH -REGIONS BANK 146,645 250,1751007 CASH-PLAINSCAPITAL BANK MONEY MARKET 114,088 114,0881009 CASH-HUNTING/VERITEX/GREEN BANK MONEY MARKET 260,962 260,9621010 CASH -CAPITALONE CHECKING 97,0541106 CASH-CAPITALONE SAVINGS 54,562 151,6161011 CASH-TRUIST BANK CHECKING 271,570 271,5701012 CASH-TEXAS CAPITAL BANK 262,348 262,348 2,136,479Financial Institutions as of March 2026YourControllerPlus4/22/202610:32 AM
Certification Board Report for April 2026Applications from March 14th to April 13thSummary:Newly-Certified DFW BC SBE Certifications: 5 Out of Region Subscriptions: 5 DFW BC Recertifications: 23 New Subscribers: 1 Newly-Certified NMSDC MBE Certifications: 15 Renewing Subscribers: 4 NMSDC MBE Recertifications: 30 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DFW Business Council SBE and SBE Plus Applications Summary:71 online applications are in queue. 22 are SBE only. 49 are SBE +.25 applications are in edit requested mode42 SBE only Applications have been approved since January30 SBE + Applications have been approved since January22 SBE only Applications have been approved from March 14th to April 13th10 SBE + Applications have been approved from March 14th to April 13thNewly-Certified DFW BC SBEs: 51. Cactus Abatement & Demolition LLC - Category 2 - SBE +Nelda Hall, President, WHF(817) 201-3850 www.cactusabatement.net [email protected]: We perform asbestos, mold, and lead remediation and building demolition in Texas. We serve commercial, residential, and industrial facilities.2. GST Manufacturing Ltd. - Category 3 - SBE OnlySharrian Lamberth, President, WHF(817) 528-0340 www.gstmanufacturing.com [email protected]: Fabrication and erection of structural, miscellaneous and ornamental steel, stainless steel and aluminum projects.3. Canalco Inc. - Category 4 - SBE +Ernesto Sandoval, President, HIM(346) 270-0592 www.canalcoinc.com [email protected]: We provide commercial waterproofing and caulking services. This includes above grade and below grade waterproofing systems, waterproofing coatings including pedestrian traffic, vehicular traffic coatings, silicone sealants, etc. Provide building repair and restoration services. This includes exterior repair and restoration, plaza deck systems, and exterior building cleaning. We provide parking garage restoration and repair services.
4. cjenk the agency: creative concierge, llc - Category 1 - SBE +Chasmin Jenkins, CEO, BLF817-228-7860 www.cjenk.agency [email protected]: We provide strategic consulting, creative marketing, and high-impact event management services. We support public-sector, nonprofit, and private-sector clients in executing complex initiatives, aligning stakeholders, strengthening communication, and pursuing competitive contract opportunities through structured, measurable, and performancedriven frameworks.5. Guido Trucks Inc. - Category 3 - SBE +Jose Ibarra, Owner, HIM214-668-6818 [email protected]: Industrial Building Construction, General Freight Trucking local. Hauling sand and gravel, Construction materials.Recertified DFW BC SBEs: 23COMPANY1 US Construction, LLC9G Energy Consulting LLCAA Parsons Pest Management Inc. dba Parsons Pest Control Inc.BarrMa Consulting Group LLCBosma Design Solutions, IncBrothers Ready Mix, LLCETHIRE LLCHigh Tech Drywall, LLCInteger Telecom Services, Inc.Legacy Counseling & Life Coaching LLCLuigis Concrete, LLCMNK Infotech, Inc.Movestar, Inc.MRR & Associates, LLCSchool House Excellence, LLCShekar Consulting, LLCSkyCade Med CorporationStewart Law Group, PLLCTate Law Group, P.C.TIMSCO International, LPTranspere LLCTrilogy, LLCWhitlock Building Services, LLC
Recertified NMSDC MBEs: 30Company_Name DBAAbsolute Consulting Group, LLCActive Cyber LLCAptino, Inc.AptLogiX, LLCAtlantic Blowers, LLCBadger Construction Group LLCBismillah Establishment (BEST) International USA, Inc.Flight Crew International (FCI)Callmasters IncCobb Professional Services, Inc.CY9, Inc.DBK Health, IncDEGA International, Inc.DryTec Moisture Protection Technology Consultants, Inc.EJAR STAR & Associates, Inc.Empire Engineering Services LLCeShipGlobal, Inc.ezURS.com, Inc.Garland Glass & Mirror Co., Inc.High Tech Drywall, LLCJengo Facilities, LLCMovestar, Inc.ProTak LtdRG Talent Solutions, LLC RG Healthcare SolutionsSmart Folks Inc.Smart It Pros, Inc.Stewart Law Group, PLLCTekShark, Inc.Trilogy, LLCWest Tarrant Associates, Inc. STOP of Western Fort WorthZodiac Solutions, Inc.
Subscriber MBEs: 5Renewing Subscribers: 41. Adelfia, LLC - Chicago MSDC - Category 22. Moody Nolan Inc. - Ohio MSDC - Category 43. G & C Equipment Corporation - Southern California MSDC - Category 24. Appro Inc. - Southwest MSDC - Category 3New Subscriber: 11. Atlantis Employment Services LLC - Florida State MSDC - Category 2
DDFFWW BBCC AATT WWOORRKK AACCTTIIVVIITTYYRREEQQUUIIRRIINNGG PPAARRTTIICCIIPPAATTIIOONNDFW BC AT WORK ACTIVITYREQUIRING PARTICIPATIONCOUNCIL HOSTMarch 2, 2026 - Small Business Advisory BoardMarch 3, 2026 - Multi-Cultural Businesses in New Dallas MagazineMarch 4, 2026 - HUB Action UpdateMarch 5, 2026 - JeDunn Construction | Quarterly Diverse Trade Partner Opportunity Outreach MeetingMarch 6, 2026 - Mayor’s Black Advisory Council MeetingMarch 10, 2026 - Dallas Collaborative for Capital Access Recurring MeetingMarch 11, 2026 - CAL: Alger B. Bizor Wake/ServiceMarch 16, 2026 - FY26 Doing Business Texas Style Event and LetterMarch 17, 2026 - Dallas County Commissioners' CourtMarch 24, 2026 - Interview Panelist: Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Interview DayMarch 24, 2026 - Source Building Group | Annual Trade Partner EventMarch 26, 2026 - RHCA & CIEF | Breakfast Vendor MixerMarch 26, 2026 - RBCA - Women's History Month CelebrationMarch 26, 2026 - GDHCC & RHCA | Consular ReceptionMarch 26, 2026 - CMC Development & Construction’s Breakfast Vendor MixerMarch 26, 2026 - Veterans Supply Here — Limited Spots Available (A McKesson Initiative)March 26, 2026 - FIFA World Cup Meeting - Entertainment District BusinessMarch 27, 2026 - 2026 Arlington Juneteenth Celebration Planning Committee Meeting #1March 31, 2026 - COMTO Transit Connection Leadership SeriesCERTIFICATIONCOUNCIL OUTREACH | INCLUSION | ATTENDANCE71 online applications are in queue. 22 are SBE only. 49 are SBE +.25 applications are in edit requested mode42 SBE only Applications have been approved since January30 SBE + Applications have been approved since January22 SBE only Applications have been approved from March 14 to April 13th th10 SBE + Applications have been approved from March 14 to April 13th thApril -2026March9,2026-Monthly ISCWGMeetingMarch 9, 2026 - Planning Meeting – GSA ImmersiveTrainingMarch 10, 2026 - DAP Program-Session Topic:BusinessStructure andScaling.March 10, 2026 - Introduction & Opportunity toSupport theDallasMavericksMeetingMarch 12, 2026 - Start your Day With OpportunitySeriesMarch13, 2026-Planning Meeting | 8(a) ClassesMarch19, 2026 -Bank of Texas& DFW BC MeetingMarch25, 2026-Board MeetingMarch25, 2026-Quarterly Supply ChainProfessionalLuncheonMarch27,2026- FifthThird-DFWBCOpportunities
Board Meeting Progress March 2026Dallas Accelerator Program (DAP)The Dallas Accelerator Program (DAP) is a structured business accelerator designed to equip small businesses with the tools and resources needed for contract readiness, sustainable growth, and effective marketing strategies. Program OverviewProgram Goal: 50 participantsCurrent Applicants: 54Graduation Requirement: 50 (25 per Cohort)Program Launch Date: October 16Current Activities• Finalizing the DAP Directory and preparing distribution to cohort participants• We delivered 19 RFP contract opportunity to equip DAP cohorts with targeted, high-value contract and funding opportunities. 3 or the applicants submitted proposals. • In March, the Program team assisted DAP cohorts by conducting capabilities statement, RFP and proposal writing consultationsUpcoming SessionNext Session Scheduled: April 14thGrantsActively researched and identified grant opportunities to support the DFW MSDC and its Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs).Grants Applied – 2025• W.K. Kellogg Foundation Grant• American Heritage Chocolate Grant• Kauffman Project Grant (3-year award totaling $750,000)Grants Applied – 2026• Via Path Foundation Impact Grant• Verizon Small Business Digital Ready National GrantFunding StatusKauffman Project Grant: $750,000 (pending)ChallengesThe majority of grant opportunities are currently closed, with new solicitations expected to reopen in Spring 2026.Next StepsMonitor and pursue 2026 grant solicitations as opportunities become available
Monthly Board Report (March 14, 2026 – April 14, 2026) – Raymond CervantesReporting Period: March–April 2026Business Opportunity Distribution and Bid Follow-Up• Distributed 22 bids and RFP opportunities received from public agencies and private partners to targeted business owners (tracked by source, category, and recipients).• Conducted 3 follow-up with selected vendors to confirm whether bids were submitted and, when available, documented outcomes (awards, declinations, or no response).Events and Meetings Attended• March 25, 2026 – Quarterly Professional Luncheon (Blockchain)Attended Supply Chain Professional luncheon featuring presentation by Cleve Mesidor on Blockchain (basics, policy/regulatory landscape, and applications).Approximate attendance: 84.• March 26, 2026 – CMC Development & Construction Breakfast Vendor MixerAttended CMC Development & Construction networking event for construction-related businesses to build vendor and partner relationships.Approximate attendance: 34.• March 26, 2026 – Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Consular ReceptionAttended consular reception with consul generals from El Salvador, Guatemala, Peru, and Mexico focused on fostering international trade relations.Approximate attendance: 144.• April 7, 2026 – DFW Business Council New Member OrientationParticipated in new member orientation session.
• April 9, 2026 – “Start Your Day with Opportunity” – City of Dallas Procurement (Virtual)Coordinated and facilitated Zoom session featuring City of Dallas Office of Procurement Services Assistant Directors Marissa Sanchez and Kimberly Franklyn on programs and processes for locating and applying for City contract opportunities.Approximate attendance: 64.Upcoming Focus (Next Month)• May 11-12, 2026 ACCESS 2026 • May 14 “Start Your Day with Opportunity” Fort Worth ISD • Continue distribution and tracking of business opportunities and bid outcomes.• Attend targeted events/meetings that support opportunity development and key relationships.• Initiate assigned tasks related to establishment of the Council’s for-profit entity.
GM Financial | 801 Cherry Street, Suite 3500, Fort Worth, TX 76102 gmfinancial.comApril 7th, 2026Tony MarinoSenior Vice President, Global ProcurementGM FinancialTo: Margo PoseyPresident of DFW Minority Supplier Development Council Dear Margo, Please accept this letter as formal notice of my resignation from my Board Member role with the DFW Minority Supplier Development Council, effective April 30, 2006. This was not an easy decision. Serving the DFW MSDC has been a meaningful and rewarding experience, and I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a dedicated organization committed to advancing minority business enterprises and strengthening our regional business community. I am proud of the work we have accomplished together and appreciative of the relationships and insights gained during my time with the Council. I remain a strong supporter of the mission and wish the organization continued success in the future. I will do everything I can to ensure a smooth transition prior to my departure. Please let me know how I may assist during this period. Thank you again for the opportunity to serve. Sincerely, Tony Marino
04/13/2026 04:33:43 PMVelva L. PriceDistrict ClerkTravis CountyD-1-GN-26-001941