Organization overview
What NMSDC is and what it does.
The leading certifying body for minority-owned businesses (MBE). NMSDC connects certified MBEs with member corporations committed to supplier diversity.
Certifications issued
What NMSDC certifies you for.
Each certification below has its own guide with eligibility rules, application steps, fees, processing time, and the corporate or government buyers that recognize it.
Eligibility rules
Who can apply for NMSDC certification.
- Ownership
- 51% owned and operated
Where to apply
NMSDC regional councils.
Most NMSDC certifications run through the regional council that covers your headquarters address, not through the national office. Pick the council below that matches where your business is incorporated and apply through them.
Corporate buyers
Companies that source from NMSDC-certified suppliers.
Corporate supplier diversity programs that recognize NMSDC certification on their supplier registration portals. Once your certification is approved, you can register directly with any of these companies as a verified diverse supplier.
