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06/16/2026

The best business ideas don't wait for the right moment. They get pitched.

CVMSDC is looking for young entrepreneurs ready to put their ideas in front of people who can help them go further. The 2026 NextGen Pitch! Competition is open — submit your entry by video by June 17!

Winners receive a professional marketing package and a one-on-one with CVMSDC President and Chief Engagement Officer, Dominique S. Milton.

Pitch today! https://cvmsdc.org/nextgenpitch/

06/12/2026

Know a young entrepreneur with a big idea? This one's for them.

CVMSDC's NextGen Pitch! Competition is open to entrepreneurs under 25. Get noticed, put your ideas into action and make your mark! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your ideas to business leaders, fellow entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Finalists join us at BOC '26 in Raleigh, NC (August 2–4), and the deadline to enter is June 17 at noon EST. Top prize is $2,500 plus a one-on-one consultation with CVMSDC President Dominique S. Milton. Second place takes $1,500, third takes $1,000.

If you've got a business idea worth sharing — or know someone who does — now is the time.

Submit your entry: cvmsdc.org/nextgenpitch

06/11/2026

How do you build meaningful business relationships in a changing marketplace?

At BOC '26, corporate members and certified MBEs will come together to explore that question, and we're pleased to have Sadie Catlett in the room.

As President of Progressive Business Solutions, Sadie has spent her career learning every aspect of the family-owned business she now leads, working across departments before stepping into executive leadership. Her firsthand experience building relationships, developing talent, and advancing supplier diversity gives her a unique perspective on the opportunities and challenges businesses face today.

In "Navigating CVMSDC and the Current Environment," Sadie will join other entrepreneurs to discuss how CVMSDC membership can help organizations strengthen connections, create new opportunities, and maximize the value of their network in an evolving business landscape.

Whether you're an MBE looking to expand your reach or a corporate member seeking strong supplier partnerships, this session offers practical insights and valuable connections.

Register now: cvmsdc.org/boc26

06/09/2026

The business environment is shifting. At BOC 26, we're creating space to talk about what that means for you.

Sahra Halpern, President & CEO of the Business Consortium Fund and Triad Investments, joins us for a conversation about navigating today's environment — and making your CVMSDC membership work for you.

Sahra has spent her career expanding access to capital for business owners, from international microfinance to building community development programs at Charles Schwab Bank and Capital Impact Partners. She brings both the strategic depth and the on-the-ground experience this moment calls for.

This session is designed for corporate members and certified MBEs who want a real conversation about what supplier diversity looks like right now, and how CVMSDC membership can work harder for your goals.

Register here: https://cvmsdc.org/boc26/

06/05/2026

This week marks two months until BOC '26 opens in Raleigh!

The Business Opportunity Conference is CVMSDC's premier three-day event connecting MBEs with corporate partners, government agencies, and industry leaders who are ready to do business. This year's theme, Futurism: A Path to 50 & Beyond, marks 50 years of CVMSDC and looks ahead to what the next chapter holds for minority supplier development.

Whether you're a small business ready to break into new markets or a corporation looking for innovative suppliers, BOC '26 is where the right conversations happen.

August 2–4 | Raleigh, NC

Register now at cvmsdc.org/boc26

06/04/2026

The future of business is built through connection. Here's your opportunity to supercharge those connections.

Join Larry Jones, MSCJ at BOC '26 for Business Connections, one of the conference's most dynamic networking experiences. Designed to move beyond business cards and quick introductions, this fast-paced roundtable session brings MBEs and corporate leaders together for meaningful conversations focused on opportunity, partnership, and growth.

With sector-specific tables, rotating participants, and direct access to corporate decision-makers, attendees can make valuable connections with organizations aligned to their industry and goals.

Just real conversations with the potential to spark lasting business relationships.

If you're looking to expand your network, register for BOC '26 today: https://cvmsdc.org/boc26/

06/02/2026

The strongest organizations hire great people, and they create environments where great people thrive.

At BOC '26, Nikki Pounds, MHRD, SPHR, SHRM-CP will share practical, people-first strategies for building high-performing teams that can grow into the future. Attendees will learn how to attract top talent, develop stronger leaders, and create a culture that scales alongside their business.

As CEO of HR Unequivocally®, TEDx speaker, and author of The Leader Who CARES, Nikki is known for helping organizations turn workplace culture into a competitive advantage.

If you're looking to strengthen your team and build for long-term success, this is a session you won't want to miss.

Register for BOC '26 today to hear from Nikki and other leaders shaping the future of business: https://cvmsdc.org/boc26/

06/01/2026

The future of business is built through connection. Here's your opportunity to supercharge those connections.

Join us August 2–4 in Raleigh, North Carolina, for the 2026 Business Opportunity Conference, where certified MBEs, corporate members, government agencies, and industry leaders come together to create meaningful business opportunities and lasting partnerships. BOC '26 is designed to help suppliers expand their networks, engage with decision-makers, and position their businesses for growth.

Whether you're looking to strengthen existing relationships, explore new opportunities, or connect with organizations committed to supplier diversity, this is where conversations turn into action.

Raleigh, NC
August 2–4, 2026

Learn more and register: https://cvmsdc.org/boc26/

05/28/2026

The 2026 NextGen Pitch! Competition is now open, giving young entrepreneurs the opportunity to share their vision with business leaders from across the region.

To enter, submit a video pitching your business idea. Finalists will be recognized at the Business Opportunity Conference, August 3–5, where their videos will be showcased to conference attendees and winners will be announced.

Winners will also receive a marketing package and a one-on-one consultation with CVMSDC President and Chief Engagement Officer Dominique S. Milton.

If you've been waiting for the right moment to put your idea forward, this could be it: https://cvmsdc.org/nextgenpitch/

05/27/2026

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