News & Events

Ready to make the most out of your membership? Get involved with The Council via our upcoming events or relive the magic by browsing past event galleries. You can even stay ahead of the latest industry and local news through our blog!

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Signature Events

Attending one of our Signature Events can help businesses gain exposure, expand their network, and establish valuable relationships with our certified-MBEs and corporate members.

Business Opportunity Exchanges
Business Opportunity Exchanges

May 18, 2023 | Spring Business Opportunity Exchange

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Biz Connect
Biz Connect

August 10, 2023

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Networking for Scholarships
Networking for Scholarships

September 20, 2023 | Crystal Springs Resort, Hamburg, New Jersey

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Partnership Awards Reception
Partnership Awards Gala

October 12, 2023

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Educational Programs

These events serve as a platform for MBEs to share best practices, discuss common challenges, and build a supportive community. Overall, MBE events play a crucial role in promoting the growth and success of minority-owned businesses.

Educational Programs
Educational Programs
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Straight Talk with Terrence Clark
Straight Talk with Terrence Clark
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Healthcare Symposium
Healthcare Symposium
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Sustainability Symposium
Sustainability Symposium
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Blog & News

From MBE and Corporate Spotlights to messages from President & CEO Terrence Clark, don’t miss out on updates from The Council.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring Diversity & Achievements
Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring Diversity & Achievements

September 14, 2023

It is with great joy that I extend my warmest greetings to each and every one of you as we begin Hispanic Heritage Month! This annual observance serves as a reflection and reminder of the immense contributions that Hispanic and Latinx communities have made to our nation’s fabric. Their rich cultures, histories, and accomplishments have […]

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MBE Spotlight: Amy (Archana) Banala
MBE Spotlight: Amy (Archana) Banala

September 12, 2023

Amy Banala is the proud owner of a minority woman-owned business called Praxis Consultants based in New Jersey. As a woman coming from an underrepresented community, she has harnessed her entrepreneurial spirit to create an IT service solutions company that serves the needs of their customers in various industries.  Despite facing numerous challenges, Amy has […]

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MBE Spotlight: Ashish Garg
MBE Spotlight: Ashish Garg

August 24, 2023

Ashish Garg started his company, Net2Source, at the age of 23 by taking out a personal loan. He approached 15 banks to gather a total of $100k in loans and started operations in India with five employees, zero clients, and a 500 square foot office. His company is now in 32 countries and is a […]

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MBE Spotlight: Ajeta Sinha
MBE Spotlight: Ajeta Sinha

July 13, 2023

Coming from a small town in India and migrating to the US in 2017, Ajeta Sinha, or AJ, has moved her way through leadership roles at Net2Source. When she first joined the company, she was the first woman in their leadership team. Now, after 8 and a half years with the company, she has been […]

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MBE Spotlight: Walker SCM
MBE Spotlight: Walker SCM

July 10, 2023

Emmett Walker, CEO of Walker SCM, joined the Council in 1989. Since joining, he has built long-standing relationships that have been an integral part of his success. In fact, after more than three decades at the Council—two of which he served as the Chair of the MBE Input Committee (MBEIC) (2013 to 2015)—Emmett Walker is […]

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MBE Spotlight: Bruce Browning
MBE Spotlight: Bruce Browning

June 27, 2023

“Where’s Bruce?” A common phrase Bruce Browning’s former manager used to ask his colleagues at the Japanese bank he worked at after undergraduate school. He was working as a municipal bond analyst that helped to calculate the likelihood of a municipality defaulting on their municipal bonds. While he valued this position, it wasn’t the right […]

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A Juneteenth Message from Our President
A Juneteenth Message from Our President

June 13, 2023

On June 19, 1865, news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reached Texas, marking the liberation of those who had been held in bondage for far too long. This event serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for equality and justice. It’s a day that represents freedom, resilience, and the unwavering spirit of hope.  […]

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2023 Caribbean American Heritage Month: Commemorating Diversity and Celebrating Culture
2023 Caribbean American Heritage Month: Commemorating Diversity and Celebrating Culture

June 12, 2023

June is a month filled with vibrant celebrations, commemorations, and observances. From Pride Month to Juneteenth, and many others, there is no shortage of significant events for us to recognize! Amidst this bustling array of festivities, it is important to acknowledge and honor the rich culture, contributions, and history of the Caribbean American community.  Caribbean […]

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Past Event Galleries

Check out some of our favorite moments from past MBE events and educational programs.

2023 MBE Annual Meeting
2023 Spring Business Opportunity Exchange
2022 Healthcare Symposium
2022 Partnership Awards Reception
2021 Networking for Scholarships
Pride Global: DSA Connects
2021 Networking for Scholarships
2021 Biz-Reconnect
2019 NJ Exchange
2019 Business Opportunity Exchange

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