Black in Business Digital Guide

April 6, 2022
8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. PT

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FOCUSED ON
WHAT MAT TERS

STANDING TOGETHER
MOVES US ALL FURTHER.

There is more that unites us than could ever divide us. Diversity strengthens
a company by providing unique viewpoints and distinct voices. MGM Resorts is

committed to enriching the supply chain through our differences and
we continue to support organizations with that same passion.

MGM Resorts International is a proud sponsor
of Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREMIER MEMBERS 6
MBE PLATINUM PARTNERS 6
EVENT SUPPORTERS 7
MAKE A DIFFERENCE SPONSORS 8
EVENT AGENDA 9
WRMSDC TURNS 45! 10
ABOUT WRMSDC 11
GENERAL SESSION 30 -34
PRIZE GIVEAWAYS 36
BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS PROFILES 46-56
RESOURCES 58-71

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PREMIER MEMBERS

MBE PLATINUM PARTNERS

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EVENT SUPPORTERS

WRMSDC deeply appreciates the following companies for their support. Their
contributions ensure our ability to advocate for and impact diverse communities.

Remember these brands when you choose companies to do business with!

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE SPONSORS

Due to the generosity of our Make a Difference Sponsors (MADS), this event is
FREE for MBEs and diverse businesses.

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EVENT AGENDA

Our Black in Business Showcase & Expo ’22 provides a unique opportunity to identify, include and invest in
Black-owned businesses showcasing their goods/services for a variety of industries and to equip Black-owned
businesses with tools to grow sustainable, thriving businesses to meet current and future supply chain needs

All times listed are in Pacific Daylight Time and activities may change

8:30am Check-In, Networking & Hot Breakfast

9:15am Opening, Welcome, Sponsors Recognition

9:20am to General Session
10:35am

10:45am Black in Business Showcase & Expo

The Black in Business Showcase & Expo will spotlight Black-
owned businesses as they exhibit their goods and services in
one spot. Corporations: gather your teams of procurement
professionals, operations decision makers, and supplier
diversity leaders and join us.

12:00pm Event Ends

COVID PROTOCOLS

As Nevada continues to recover from the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 pandemic, and tools to combat the severity of illness are
more widely available, Emergency Directive 052 lifts the requirements for face masks statewide. Therefore, wearing a face mask will be

optional for attendees.

Click Here to Sign Waiver

Each attendee must sign our Covid-19 Waiver. Click the button above to sign it in advance for a speedier check-in. Please use the same
name and email that you used to register for the event. After you sign, click the “Download” or “Print” button when prompted; this will
generate a digital or paper copy of your signed waiver to show us at the door on event day. If you do not sign the waiver advance, you will

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WRMSDC TURNS 45!

Celebrating 45 years of certifying, connecting, developing, and advocating for
people of color. Thank you to our minority businesses, Corporate Members, and

partners for your support of our Council!

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ABOUT WRMSDC

WESTERN REGIONAL MINORITY SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

The best way to make sure children have access to food, safety, and education is to ensure that parents and
caregivers have good jobs. As a family’s income increases, their exposure to violence, poverty, and the likelihood

of incarceration decreases. Our programs drive the job and wealth creation essential to thriving underserved
communities. Please consider donating to WRMSDC.

MISSION

We support the growth and welfare of minority communities by championing the use of minority-owned
businesses in Northern California, Nevada, and Hawai‘i.

HISTORY

WRMSDC was founded on September 9, 1977, almost 10 years after the Civil Rights Movement that sparked
national awareness about racial discrimination and segregation in the United States. Galvanized by the unequal
treatment of minority-owned businesses, we began serving as advocates for impacted minority communities.
Our parent organization, the National Minority Supplier Development Council, advances business opportunities
for certified MBEs and connects them to 1,450 Corporate Members throughout the network, including America’s

top public and privately owned companies as well as universities, hospitals and other buying institutions.
Regional Affiliates like WRMSDC certify and match more than 12,000 MBEs with member corporations that

want to purchase their products, services, and solutions.

Please visit us online at www.wrmsdc.org.

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THANK YOU

MARKETING SUPPORTER

FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF WRMSDC & DIVERSITY &
INCLUSION OF MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES

THANK YOU

FOR YOUR CREATIVE TALENTS IN
SUPPORTING WRMSDC

Building value
through diversity.

As the Un-carrier, we know that diversity fuels better ideas. That’s
why we’re a proud Corporate Partner of the Western Regional
Minority Supplier Development Council.
T-Mobile is committed to growing a robust supply chain that reflects
our diversity and values, strengthens our customer relationships and
economically develops the communities we serve.

ARE YOU WITH US?

To learn how you can become recognized as a T-Mobile Diverse
and Small Supplier, visit: www.T-Mobile.com/SupplierDiversity

© 2022 T-Mobile USA, Inc.

THANK YOU

MAKE A DIFFERENCE SUPPORTERS

DUE TO THE GENEROSITY OF OUR MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SUPPORTERS, OUR BLACK IN BUSINESS SHOWCASE ’22

EVENT IS FREE FOR MBES AND DIVERSE BUSINESSES



THANK YOU

MAKE A DIFFERENCE SUPPORTERS

DUE TO THE GENEROSITY OF OUR MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SUPPORTERS, OUR BLACK IN BUSINESS SHOWCASE ’22

EVENT IS FREE FOR MBES AND DIVERSE BUSINESSES

Celebrating
innovators everywhere

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tools to work and think flexibly you have the power
to transform what actually needs making.
The power to design and make a
better world for all.
Learn more
at autodesk.com

© 2021 Autodesk, Inc. All rights reserved.

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DUE TO THE GENEROSITY OF OUR MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SUPPORTERS, OUR BLACK IN BUSINESS SHOWCASE ’22

EVENT IS FREE FOR MBES AND DIVERSE BUSINESSES

JOIN US

REGISTER NOW!

Join us in our mission to ensure economic parity is achieved by those in underserved communities
by becoming a proud Corporate or MBE Sponsor. Support the WRMSDC Awards Gala by making a

tax-deductible contribution today. Visit https://bit.ly/3KLPZB8 to get involved.



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FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR SUPPLIER INCLUSION
PROGRAM, PLEASE CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING:
SUPPLIER INCLUSION PROGRAM

EMPOWERING A
QUALIFIED DIVERSE
SUPPLIER NETWORK

As a certified MBE soft service facilities provider, diversity and
inclusion are foundational elements at SBM. We’re proud of our
history supporting our clients’ diversity initiatives, and we’re
ready to pay it forward through our Diverse Supplier Program.

We’re teaming up with local diverse vendors to offer new service opportunities with
our clients while giving back to the communities we serve.
Learn what SBM can do for you at:
sbmmanagement.com/supplier-diversity

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THANK YOU

MAKE A DIFFERENCE SUPPORTERS

DUE TO THE GENEROSITY OF OUR MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SUPPORTERS, OUR BLACK IN BUSINESS SHOWCASE ’22

EVENT IS FREE FOR MBES AND DIVERSE BUSINESSES

GENERAL SESSION

BLACK IN BUSINESS SHOWCASE WILL SPOTLIGHT BLACK-OWNED
BUSINESSES AS THEY EXHIBIT THEIR GOODS AND SERVICES IN ONE SPOT.

WELCOME

Event Host

Cecil Plummer

President & CEO

GENERAL SPEAKERS

D Arnold, Conchita Tucker,
Area VP of Business President

Development Tucker Technology, Inc.

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CONVERSATIONS: WHAT EVERY BUSINESS OWNER SHOULD KNOW
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Diverse suppliers will have a chance to win the following prizes:

One Year Certification Renewal Fee Scholarship (for a first-time
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A new 2021 WRMSDC Certification Application Fee Scholarship
(for non-certified Class 1* minority business)

Strategy session with MGM Resorts International Supplier
Diversity Team
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THANK YOU

MAKE A DIFFERENCE SUPPORTERS

DUE TO THE GENEROSITY OF OUR MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SUPPORTERS, OUR BLACK IN BUSINESS SHOWCASE ’22

EVENT IS FREE FOR MBES AND DIVERSE BUSINESSES



THANK YOU

MAKE A DIFFERENCE SUPPORTERS

DUE TO THE GENEROSITY OF OUR MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SUPPORTERS, OUR BLACK IN BUSINESS SHOWCASE ’22

EVENT IS FREE FOR MBES AND DIVERSE BUSINESSES



DIVERSITY
OPPORTUNITY

EQUALITY

Robert Half — Celebrating Forbes (2020)
Inclusion Since 1948. Best Employers for Diversity

Our Accolades Professional Woman’s Magazine (2020)
Top Employer Supplier Diversity Programs
America’s Best Employers for Women
Included in the 2021 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index Minority Business News USA (2020)
Bay Area Best Place to Work Best of the Decade in Supplier Diversity
100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council
Supplier Inclusion (2015-2019) Top Corporation for Women’s Business
Enterprises
40% of our U.S. Expenditures went
to small businesses in 2020. U.S. Veterans Magazine (2020)
Best of the Best Top Supplier Diversity Programs
23% of our U.S. Expenditures went
to minority, women and Hispanic Network Magazine (2020)
veteran-owned businesses in Best of the Best Supplier Diversity Programs
2020.
Professional Woman’s Magazine (2020)
© 2020 Robert Half International Inc. All Rights Reserved. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans. RH-0819 Best of the Best Top Supplier Diversity Program

World’s Most Admired Companies® (2020)
Named first in our industry on FORTUNE magazine

Forbes (2020)
America’s Best Professional Recruiting Firms



THANK YOU

MAKE A DIFFERENCE SUPPORTERS

DUE TO THE GENEROSITY OF OUR MAKE A DIFFERENCE
SUPPORTERS, OUR BLACK IN BUSINESS SHOWCASE ’22

EVENT IS FREE FOR MBES AND DIVERSE BUSINESSES

BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS PROFILES

CHECK OUT THE BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES PROVIDING GOODS AND SERVICES, WHO SUBMITTED A PROFILE FOR
WRMSDC ACTIVITIES. PLEASE CONSIDER IDENTIFYING, INCLUDING, AND INVESTING IN THESE BUSINESSES FOR
YOUR ORGANIZATION'S PROCUREMENT NEEDS. CONTACT THEM DIRECTLY WITH INQUIRIES.

1Qteeboutique *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: Nevada

My business cater to all sizes including plus sizes. Creating a one stop shop providing hair units eyelashes lipstick (
convenience) with an experience in the different styles of apparel.

Contact: Sheneka Gunn [email protected]

BB Mechanical *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M
Service Area: Nevada

We are a Las Vegas, Nevada based Mechanical (HVAC) and Plumbing contracting company. We serve all of Clark County. We
have been in business since 2015. We engage in new construction & remodels. Duct work, air handler removal, installation and
service, fan coils, exhaust hoods and fans, Plumbing & piping repairs, retrofits, cooling towers/boilers/chillers replacement.

Contact: Boss Oroke [email protected]

Black Rose *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: Nevada, Regional (other states across the US)

i.e. entertainment media production group for the creative of live, prerecorded television, board games, music social media
metaverse and more.

Contact: Eric James [email protected]

Branch Benefits Consultants *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M
Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US), National

Branch Benefits Consultants is a full-service independent insurance agency specializing in Personal, Commercial, Risk
Management, Employee Benefits and Financial Planning services. From compliance to communication, let us provide a full
spectrum of insurance solutions for you and your company.

Contact: Quincy Branch [email protected]

Brown Eyed Girl Coffee Company *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai'i, National, International, Regional (other states across the US)

Brown Eyed Girl Coffee, Wholesale, Great tasting Coffee, Coffee-100% Arabica Bean, Coffee Gourmet, Coffee Dark Roast,
Coffee Decaf, Coffee Roasting, Coffee shops, Coffee Café, Roast coffee, Coffee Roast, Ground coffee, Whole bean, Coffee
Brazil, Coffee Columbia, Coffee Kenya, Coffee Sumatra

Contact: Joice Walton [email protected]

BTD Consulting *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: National

BTD Consulting is a small consulting firm which focuses on IT staffing, and IT Consulting in the Cybersecurity space.

Contact: Brian Derby [email protected]

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BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS PROFILES

CHECK OUT THE BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES PROVIDING GOODS AND SERVICES, WHO SUBMITTED A PROFILE FOR
WRMSDC ACTIVITIES. PLEASE CONSIDER IDENTIFYING, INCLUDING, AND INVESTING IN THESE BUSINESSES FOR
YOUR ORGANIZATION'S PROCUREMENT NEEDS. CONTACT THEM DIRECTLY WITH INQUIRIES.

Connect Central Corporation *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: Nevada, National, International, Regional (other states across the US)

Offering a wide variety of professional resources to select businesses and individuals, we support new businesses, well-
established businesses, and success driven individuals looking to brand and establish themselves with the public or a select
target market. We also provide VIP concierge services for individuals and groups. We are providing excellent services custom
suited to fit individual client needs. We sell petroleum so we help the sales funnel to grow, plus PR and Marketing.

Contact: Georgia TVA Parker [email protected]

Diversified Protection Corporation *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 4: Annual Sales over $50M
Service Area: Nevada

Diversified Protection Corporation (DPC) is an integrated security solutions for private and public entities. We offer a full
spectrum of services from training and risk assessments to armed security guards and C4i integration. As certified WRMSDC
company with two decades of experience, our clients include the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Protective
Services (DHS/FPS); Department of Defense, Pentagon Force Protection Agency (DoD/PFPA), Department of the Army and
Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DoS/DS).

Contact: Nathaniel White [email protected]

Eciruam *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: California, Nevada, National, International, Regional (other states across the US)

We are an audio visual event production and live streaming company that specializes in renting and operating audio, video,
LED display wall design, lighting and camera equipment. We have extensive experience with event planning, trade shows, and
event design and production. We also offer video capture and video editing, hotel procurement and event management
services.

Contact: Darryl Berry [email protected]

Enspyre33 *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai'i, National, Regional (other states across the US), International

Our business manufacturers sports safety training equipment to helps build skill development in youth 6 yrs. to adult in the
safest way possible. World's 1st Covid-Free basketball training product with screw-in technology.

Contact: Chad Briscoe [email protected]

Faison Office Products *Certified MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 3: Annual Sales from $10M - $50M
Service Area: National

Faison Office Products, Inc is an award-winning full-service office products provider that supports all of North America. We
have several sourcing options available allowing us to find the best solution that supports and fulfills the products and service to
all our customers. Our catalog system allows us to connect to most 3rd party platforms such as Ariba, SAP, GEP, Oracle and
others to support your total office needs.

Contact: Lauren Parsowith [email protected]

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BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS PROFILES

CHECK OUT THE BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES PROVIDING GOODS AND SERVICES, WHO SUBMITTED A PROFILE FOR
WRMSDC ACTIVITIES. PLEASE CONSIDER IDENTIFYING, INCLUDING, AND INVESTING IN THESE BUSINESSES FOR
YOUR ORGANIZATION'S PROCUREMENT NEEDS. CONTACT THEM DIRECTLY WITH INQUIRIES.

FIG Strategy & Consulting *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: National, Hawai'i, California, Nevada

Our mission is to change the way others think about diversity. We do this through DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) training and
executive DEI coaching, incorporating DEI into strategy and cultural transformation including thought leadership, strategic
sourcing (matching minority suppliers to buyers), and strategic storytelling.

Contact: TaChelle Lawson [email protected]

FortressSecure *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: California, Nevada, National, International, Regional (other states across the US)

FortressSecure developed Cipher7™, a unique storage security solution with the utmost simplicity protecting stored data
wherever it resides. Cipher7 delivers the following benefits for securing stored data, A single simplified high-security solution for
securing data in the cloud, regardless of platform, and on-premise storage. Simple to use and simple to administer. •
Elimination of the complexity and cost of managing encryption keys. Lower capital costs and operational costs, freeing up
security specialists and budget.

Contact: Rhea Moore [email protected]

GoFresh Group Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M
Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai'i, National, Regional (other states across the US), International

GoFresh develop highly innovative Hygienic Products. Douglas Stewart is Founder/CEO, has patents 1) GoFresh creats
products that solve today’s hygiene problems. Using Sustainable materials. Douglas , trying to take care of his two sons, out of
NEED…created Diap & Wipe…First organic diapers with built-in wipes. all natural. 2)Toilet-Wipes” First Toilet Paper Roll of
Wipes with Aloe Vera. Re-Invention of Toilet Paper. ALL NATURAL 100% Flushable and Biodegradable . GoFresh Group is
NEW GENERATION OF PERSONAL HYGIENE

Contact: Douglas Stewart [email protected]

Heritage Consulting B+R *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M
Service Area: International

Heritage Consulting by B+R is a minority women-owned consulting firm, comprising a network of accomplished, diverse
consultants under one umbrella serving your service culture, audit co-sourcing, program mangement , leadership and strategic
needs in the hospitality, healthcare, and other customer-facing businesses. We are the "Swiss Army Knife" of the consulting
industry as we are able to provide one consultant or a team of consultants based on the needs of our client across multiple
disciplines.

Contact: Olivia Brown [email protected]

Hyphen8tion Studios *Certified WRMSDC MBE Read Their Capabilities Statement

Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M
Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai'i, National, Regional (other states across the US), International

Hyphen8tion Studios is a design firm offering creative solutions across digital, web, and print media, as well as brand creation.
We strive to create a product or experience that is functional and delightful to use, as well as something that the client will be
proud to showcase. We keep the end-user at the center of our design philosophy to help us achieve these goals.

Contact: Alexander Bryan [email protected]

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CORPORATE READY PROGRAM

For more than 40 years the Western Regional Minority Supplier
Development Council (WRMSDC) has championed the growth and
utilization of minority-owned businesses (MBEs). For those same
40 years minority business enterprises have served our corporate
partners innovatively and with distinguishment.

MBEs are experts in their fields, applying their skills to delivering
products and services with ingenuity to our corporate partners;
however, corporations still report gaps in MBE capabilities to meet
their business requirements. Corporations continue to express the
desire for a larger pipeline of MBEs who are equipped to engage large
customers and participate in the supply chain.

WRMSDC understands it can take many years to build a successful
business, which is why a constant pipeline of developing MBEs is
needed as others retire or sell their companies. For these reasons,
WRMSDC has established the Corporate Ready Program to ensure
a steady stream of developing MBEs are being prepared to meet
corporate demands. These MBEs will receive a Corporate Ready
designation and opportunities to showcase their “readiness”
to decision makers. The Western Regional Minority Supplier
Development Council supported by Union Bank enthusiastically
offers the WRMSDC Corporate Ready Program to Class 1 and Class 2
Certified MBEs.

Thank you for your participation, and good luck.

Cecil Plummer
President & Chief Executive Officer
Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council

THE CHALLENGE FOR MBES

The Challenge The Impact

The standards and requirements of major We transform the landscape
corporations are complex and evolve continually. for creating opportunities for

up with ever changing requirements. • Provide
diverse suppliers
Collaboration

What We Propose diverse suppliers
• Develop diverse suppliers to compete
that consolidates both national and international
for well-paying projects
of major corporations and government
organizations in one place. • Facilitate compliance with supplier
diversity goals
The standards and requirements are organized across
six pillars of expertise. The 6 pillars

1 HSSE • Necessary to qualify as a supplier with
corporations and governmental entities

• Based on global experience and
lessons learned

2 Cyber Security and the environment
3 Quality
4 Corporate Policies

5 Technical Capabilities

6 Financials