Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council

Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council Our MISSION is to assist our corporate members in improving the diversification and innovation of th

The Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council is one of 23 regional Councils affiliated with the national organization, NMSDC. As the only NMSDC regional council based in the nation's capital, we provide our MBEs with unparalleled access to opportunity and resources at the local, state and federal levels. For this reason, and because we strive to provide superior service to our corporate, government and MBE constituents, WE ARE "THE CAPITAL REGION COUNCIL".

Celebrate, connect, and drive business forward! ⛳Join us for the Awards Luncheon at CRMSDC’s Annual Golf Classic on Mond...
08/14/2026

Celebrate, connect, and drive business forward! ⛳

Join us for the Awards Luncheon at CRMSDC’s Annual Golf Classic on Monday, September 14, 2026, at The Country Club at Woodmore.

Celebrate the day’s top performers while enjoying lunch, networking, awards, prizes, raffles, and giveaways.

$75 per person
Save 10% through August 25!

Register today: www.crmsdc.org/golf

Try the Golf Clinic! ⛳Whether you're learning the basics or want to sharpen your skills, CRMSDC’s Golf Clinic is the per...
08/12/2026

Try the Golf Clinic! ⛳

Whether you're learning the basics or want to sharpen your skills, CRMSDC’s Golf Clinic is the perfect way to get on the course, grow your network, and enjoy a great day of connection.

Monday, September 14, 2026
The Country Club at Woodmore
$150 per person — breakfast and lunch included

Save 10% through August 25!

Register today: www.crmsdc.org/golf

Ready to Connect on the Fairway? ⛳CRMSDC’s Annual Golf Classic is happening Monday, September 14, 2026, at The Country C...
08/10/2026

Ready to Connect on the Fairway? ⛳

CRMSDC’s Annual Golf Classic is happening Monday, September 14, 2026, at The Country Club at Woodmore!

Enjoy 18 holes, breakfast, lunch, prizes, raffles, giveaways, and valuable business connections.

Foursome: $900
Single player: $250
Save 10% through August 25!

Registration begins at 7:30 AM, with a 9:00 AM shotgun start.

Get your tickets today: www.crmsdc.org/golf

A collapsed bridge. A major storm. Flooding. A cyberattack. A sudden loss of customers or revenue.You may not know what ...
08/04/2026

A collapsed bridge. A major storm. Flooding. A cyberattack. A sudden loss of customers or revenue.

You may not know what the next disruption will be—but you can decide whether your business is prepared for it.

Join us Thursday, August 6, from 8:30–9:30 AM for a free business resilience briefing with Richard Ojuri of M&T Bank. Learn practical ways to protect cash flow, access capital, keep operations moving, and use AI to strengthen your financing opportunities.

Register today: https://bit.ly/BuildBackMT2
Zoom link will be sent after registration.

Join MWAA representatives to gain early visibility into the procurement pipeline and learn how to position your business...
07/11/2026

Join MWAA representatives to gain early visibility into the procurement pipeline and learn how to position your business for opportunities at Washington Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Reserve your spot today! https://conta.cc/4wGpZiU

Are you prepared for the cybersecurity requirements that could determine whether you win, or lose, federal contract oppo...
06/16/2026

Are you prepared for the cybersecurity requirements that could determine whether you win, or lose, federal contract opportunities?

Join Session 1 of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Training Series:CMMC Foundations & Business Impact.

This session breaks down what CMMC is, why it matters, and how it directly affects your ability to compete for Department of Defense and federal contracts.

You'll learn:
✔️ The fundamentals of the CMMC framework
✔️ Why cybersecurity compliance is becoming a business necessity
✔️ The risks and opportunities for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs)
✔️ How CMMC impacts your eligibility for government contracts
✔️ Where your company stands today and what steps to take next

Perfect for business leaders who need to get smart on cybersecurity compliance—fast.

Register for the entire CMMC Training Series (Lind in Bio): https://crmsdc.org/media

This Emerging Markets webinar series is designed to help businesses navigate evolving requirements, strengthen competitiveness, and position themselves for future growth.

Led by William J. McBorrough, Chief Information Security Officer & Lead CMMC Assessor at MCGlobalTech, in partnership with CRMSDC.

How are you using AI to connect with your customers?Join Session  #3 of the "AI As Business Infrastructure" training ser...
06/16/2026

How are you using AI to connect with your customers?

Join Session #3 of the "AI As Business Infrastructure" training series: AI That Talks to Your Customers.

This session focuses on marketing, outreach, and building a brand voice that reflects your business authentically.

You'll learn how to use AI to:
✔️ Create consistent messaging across channels
✔️ Strengthen your brand voice
✔️ Develop compelling marketing content
✔️ Connect more effectively with your audience
✔️ Increase engagement without increasing workload

This series is built around real business challenges, not theory, so every session delivers practical tools you can put to work immediately.

Register for the entire AI Training Series: https://crmsdc.org/media

Led by Agnes Kibirige, MBA of experTribe LLC, featuring special guest Alexandria Barnes, Founder of AB Narrative Studio, in partnership with CRMSDC.

🚨 Calling All Entrepreneurs! 🚨Ready to put your business in front of corporate leaders, investors, and decision-makers?C...
05/19/2026

🚨 Calling All Entrepreneurs! 🚨

Ready to put your business in front of corporate leaders, investors, and decision-makers?

CRMSDC's Elevator PitchMania gives you the opportunity to receive real-time, unfiltered feedback on what truly resonates — while competing to win up to $1,000 and major exposure.

🎥 Submit a 1-minute elevator-style pitch video for a chance to be selected as a finalist.

Selected finalists will pitch LIVE on the T.Rowe Price Stage during the Baltimore City Small Business Advancement Conference on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Here’s how it works:
⏱ 1 Minute to Pitch › Showcase your vision, strategy, and impact.
🎤 3 Minutes of Q&A › Answer questions from an expert panel of judges.
🏆 3–5 finalists per category will be selected to compete live.

Categories are:
1. Idea/Start Up Stage; 2. In Business 1–5 YEARS; 3. In Business 5+ Years.

📅 Submission Deadline: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Enter now: https://bit.ly/elevatorpitchmania26

What could your business accomplish if you spent less time on repetitive admin work?Join Session  #2 of the “AI As Busin...
05/18/2026

What could your business accomplish if you spent less time on repetitive admin work?

Join Session #2 of the “AI As Business Infrastructure” training series: “AI for the Work You Hate.” https://bit.ly/AIfortheWorkYouHate521

This session is designed to help you automate your most time-consuming administrative and communication tasks so you can focus on higher-value work that drives your business forward.

You’ll walk away with:
✔️ Practical AI tools
✔️ Time-saving workflows
✔️ Strategies you can implement immediately
✔️ Less manual work and more operational efficiency

This series is built around real business challenges, so every session delivers tools you can actually use.

Led by Agnes Kibirige of experTribe LLC in partnership with CRMSDC.

Register for the entire AI Training Series: https://crmsdc.org/media



Funded, in part, through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

AI isn’t just a trend—it’s quickly becoming a core part of how business gets done. The question is: how do you actually ...
04/28/2026

AI isn’t just a trend—it’s quickly becoming a core part of how business gets done. The question is: how do you actually start using it in a way that makes sense for your business?

The "AI As Business Infrastructure" training series, led by Agnes Kibirige, MBA of experTribe LLC in partnership with CRMSDC, is designed to cut through the noise.

We’re kicking things off with “Your AI Orientation.”

In this first session, you’ll:
✔️ Understand the AI landscape
✔️ Audit your business needs
✔️ Build your first effective prompt

More importantly, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable plan to start applying AI in your day-to-day operations right away. Register Here: https://bit.ly/YourAIOrientationApr30

This isn’t theory. Each session is built around real business challenges, giving you tools you can apply immediately—so the impact lasts beyond the training.

Series Schedule:
April 30, 1pm–3pm • Your AI Orientation
May 21, 1pm–3pm • AI for the Work You Hate
June 18, 1pm–3pm • AI That Talks to Your Customers
July 16, 1pm–3pm • AI That Thinks with You
August 20, 1pm–3pm • Build Your AI System

If you’ve been curious about AI but unsure where to start—this is your entry point.



Funded, in part, through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Address

10750 Columbia Pike
Silver Spring, MD
20901

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(301) 593-5860

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