HOTCHAT Minority Business Connections with CRMSDC: Recent Episodes
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CRMSDC's HOTCHAT Minority Business Connections Podcast has been developed as a digital extension of our HOTSHEET LIVE webinars to continue the dialogue around the needs of minority businesses. Our HOTCHAT Podcasts will be powerful, on-demand conversations addressing current and relevant topics in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. In each episode, we will feature an esteemed guest or subject matter expert to inform, educate and empower our minority businesses.
Mrs. Loida Lewis joins President Pinder to discuss “Why Should Guys Have All the Fun?” The widow of Reginald F. Lewis, one of the first Black billionaire businessmen, is a remarkable woman who has experienced incredible success and growth in both her personal and professional life. Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to gain insights that can help you on your own journey towards personal and professional fulfillment.
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“WHY SHOULD GUYS HAVE ALL THE FUN?” is a fascinating true story about how an ordinary Asian American woman achieved extraordinary things by following her heart and taking charge of her own destiny.
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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In this age of internet and interconnectivity, we find ourselves constantly looking for a new way of doing things. Sometimes we should take another look at methods that have worked for generations. President Sharon Pinder has amazing conversation with Emmy® Award-winning anchor Allison Seymour to discuss ways traditional media can still be effective in your marketing strategy.
We hope you enjoy this episode of HotChat Minority Business Connections
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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This HotChat panel of retail trailblazers spotlights the power of belief in self. This captivating conversation between President Sharon R. Pinder, Savannah Mitchell (Sunday Morning Coffee), Ikisha Little (The Sweet Life of Tea), and Tracey Tisdale-Richardson (Lillie’s of Charleston) is the perfect way to celebrate Women's HERstory Month.We hope you enjoy this special edition of HotChat Minority Business Connections----About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country. Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDCwww.crmsdccares.comwww.crmsdc.orgStay connected & follow us @crmsdc on all of our social media platforms – Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter & Instagram
Cathy Hughes is the Founder and Chairperson of Urban One, Inc. (formerly known as Radio One, Inc), the largest African-American owned and operated, broadcast company in the nation. Hughes’ unprecedented career has spawned a multi-media conglomerate that generates original content across the spectrums of radio, television and digital media. Her humble beginnings in Omaha, Nebraska, were not a deterrent to her success but rather part of the catalyst that fueled her ambition to empower African Americans with information and to tell stories from their perspective.
We hope you enjoy HERStory on HotChat Minority Business Connections
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
Stay connected & follow us @crmsdc on all of our social media platforms – Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter & Instagram
Iconic businessman and BET Founder Bob Johnson chats with President & CEO Sharon Pinder about business, passion and change. He weighs in on the power of strategic partnerships, how he’s investing in the future of Black wealth, and so much more.
Mr. Johnson is the Founder and Chairman of The RLJ Companies, LLC, an innovative business network, who owns and holds interests in businesses operating in hotel real estate, private equity, 401k fintech services, automobile dealerships, content streaming, gaming, and sports betting.
Prior to forming The RLJ Companies, Mr. Johnson was founder and chairman of Black Entertainment Television (BET), the nation's first Black-owned cable television network.
He continues to attract and manage capital and create value for investors, and in 2012, announced the successful creation of RLJ Entertainment, Inc., a premium digital channel company serving distinct audiences primarily through its popular streaming services, Acorn TV (British TV) and UMC (Urban Movie Channel).
RLJ Entertainment, Inc. marks the third time Johnson has successfully taken a company public. In 1991 Johnson took BET public, making the network the first African American company to be traded on the New York Stock Exchange. RLJ Lodging Trust, a hotel real estate investment trust (REIT), went public in 2011.
In 2001, Johnson sold BET to Viacom for approximately $3 billion. In July 2007, Johnson was named, by USA Today, one of "The 25 Most Influential Business Leaders of the Past 25 Years."
We hope you enjoy HotChat Minority Business Connections.
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
Stay connected & follow us @crmsdc on all of our social media platforms – Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter & Instagram
HotChat goes on field with Pro Football Hall of Famer, businessman and entrepreneur Emmitt Smith. President & CEO Sharon Pinder sits down to have a pointed talk with Mr. Smith, the Chairman of E. Smith Advisors, about lessons learned along the road to success.
Emmitt Smith is a professional football icon and one of the greatest to ever play the game. In his 15 seasons as a running back in the National Football League, Smith amassed many records that still stand today, including most career rushing yards and most career rushing touchdowns.
After his playing days, Smith served as a football analyst and then took his television career a step further when he won the third season of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, during which he was dubbed “the king of effortless cool.” He also added author to his list of accomplishments, publishing Game On, which outlines the principles that helped him succeed both on and off the field.
Smith then transitioned to the role of businessman and entrepreneur and runs several companies spanning real estate, construction, and technology. He is active in charitable outreach in the Dallas area and on a national level, providing educational opportunities and unique experiences for underserved youth.
We hope you enjoy HotChat Minority Business Connections.
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
Stay connected & follow us @crmsdc on all of our social media platforms – Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter & Instagram
There is no time like right now to consider how you, as a minority business owner, are going to approach the future. Financial planning and stock investing giant, David Gardner, Co-Founder & Chief Rule Breaker at The Motley Fool, joins CRMSDC President & CEO Sharon R. Pinder for an in-depth discussion into what it means to invest and how entrepreneurs can take advantage of the changing climate to better plan for the future.
We hope you enjoy HotChat Minority Business Connections.
https://www.fool.com/
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
Stay connected & follow us @crmsdc on all of our social media platforms – Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter & Instagram
These vanguards of the community talk all about the impact of Parren J. Mitchell, equality in the marketplace, and the importance of continuing the legacy of equality started by the leaders that have come before us.
Anthony W. Robinson, principal of the Robinson Firm, has served concurrently as president of the Minority Business Legal Defense and Education Fund (MBELDEF). Robinson has guided MBELDEF into its status as the premiere legal advocacy and watchdog organization on behalf of the small and minority business community.
Franklin M. Lee is a Partner at Tydings & Rosenberg LLC and one of the country’s leading authorities on socio-economic policies that promote the use of small, minority-owned, and woman-owned businesses in government contracting.
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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www.mbda-virginia.com
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Emmit J. McHenry is a co-founder of Cycurion, holding the position of Chairman and CEO. Mr. McHenry founded several companies prior to Cycurion. They include Archura, LLC, NetCom Solutions International, Inc. and Network Solutions, Inc., the Internet domain name service provider.
Join us as the visionary behind the dotcom shares his experience in business, lessons he's learned during his journey, and more.
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
www.mbda-virginia.com
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David L. Gadis of DC Water joins President Sharon R. Pinder of CRMSDC for a riveting conversation detailing his background, life lessons and business advice.
David L. Gadis | CEO & General Manager, DC Water
DC Water is one of the largest and most highly regarded water utilities in the nation. Mr. Gadis oversees a one billion dollar annual budget and leads a workforce of approximately 1,200 employees. He joined DC Water in May 2018 and is implementing a new strategic plan with a redefined vision and focused priorities. That includes improving both customer satisfaction and employee engagement, and a commitment to performance planning and business process improvement.
www.dcwater.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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As we celebrate our 50th Anniversary, we’ve lined up a powerhouse panel for you in honor of the late Parren J. Mitchell – trailblazer, advocate and legend! We are sitting down with Clarence T. Bishop, Major L. Clark, III & Anthony W. Robinson, Esq. to reflect and celebrate their contributions and the historic work that paved the way for minority businesses across the country. Listen in as they share their tireless work under the leadership of Congressman Mitchell.
In this episode we discuss:
- Landmark legislation that changed minority business contracting
- Historic engagement of the MBE Braintrust
- The economic empowerment of Black America
- Current challenges and the need to keep fighting
- And much more…
Clarence T. Bishop has more than 40 years of leadership experience in federal and local government including service as Confidential Assistant to the U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce, Chief of Staff to Georgia Congressman and civil rights legend John Lewis, and Chief of Staff to former Maryland Congressman and national small business advocate Parren J. Mitchell.
Major L. Clark, Ill is the Deputy Chief Counsel in the Office of Advocacy of the United States Small Business Administration. He has been an active member of the Office of advocacy since 1998 and leads a team of attorneys and economists. He is responsible for the day-to-day operations, reviewing government contracting issues, including regulations related to Federal Acquisitions, HUBZone, 8(a), Small Business Innovation Research, and Minority Enterprise Development programs.
Anthony W. Robinson. Esq., principal of the Robinson Firm, has served concurrently as President of the Minority Business Legal Defense and Education Fund (MBELDEF). As President he has guided the company into its status as the premiere legal advocacy and watchdog organization on behalf of the small and minority business community.
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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Reverend Dr. Douglas B Sands, Sr. has enhanced the minority business community’s growth through his outstanding leadership and vision at the federal, state, and local government levels. His bravery in the fight for justice on behalf of minority businesses is legendary. He worked closely with the late Congressman Parren J. Mitchell as they paved the way for the inclusion of minority businesses on contracts. As the creator of the State of Maryland’s minority business enterprise program, we are honored to feature this dynamic leader.
In this episode we discuss:
· How a Vanguard of justice changed the game for Black business owners.
· How his advocacy laid the foundation for Maryland's MBE program.
· His tireless fight for minority businesses.
· The importance of Juneteenth to the younger generation.
· And much more…
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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Jimmy Rhee was appointed Special Secretary of the Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs (formerly the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs) by Governor Larry Hogan and began service to the State of Maryland in January 2015. Rhee’s responsibilities include advising the governor on policy matters related to small, minority- and women-owned businesses and monitoring the state’s Small Business Reserve (SBR) and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) procurement programs across 70 agencies.
In this episode we discuss:
- Connecting the small business community to greater economic opportunities.
- How minority business owners can come together and collaborate.
- What MBEs need during the pandemic.
- The rise in Asian hate crimes over the past few years.
- and much more…
https://gomdsmallbiz.maryland.gov
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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Dr. Cindy Shao is the founder and president of the Asian American Chamber of Commerce, an organization dedicated to improving the economic development for Asian Pacific American owned businesses in the Metropolitan DC area. She is dedicated to bridging the Asian Pacific community with mainstream community and fostering the economic development for AAPI and minority owned businesses.
In this episode we discuss:
- How the Chamber navigates through the pandemic.
- The Chamber's achievements and challenges.
- How the AACC supports its members.
- Resources for AAPI businesses.
- And much more…
https://www.asian-americanchamber.org/
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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www.crmsdc.org
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Celandra Deane-Bess, CFP is the Senior Vice President and Capital Area Market Leader for PNC Private Bank. She oversees a team of professionals striving to achieve the highest level of client satisfaction. Through Celandra's leadership and commitment, she helps ensure that the client benefits from a full complement of investment, trust, financial planning, and private banking services to help them achieve their financial goals.
In this episode we discuss:
- Celandra’s journey into banking;
- The importance of financial literacy & generational wealth;
- Resources & tools PNC Bank offers small businesses to help achieve their goals;
- Issues MBEs have been struggling with since the onset of the pandemic;
- And much more.
www.pnc.com/privatebank
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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Robert L. Wallace is an internationally known entrepreneur, author, business consultant and keynote speaker. With more than 41 years of industry experience spanning engineering, energy, IT and executive coaching, Bob leverages his expertise to educate and inspire entrepreneurs, executives and audiences around the world. In this episode we discuss:
- Bob’s rags-to-riches story growing up in Baltimore.
- The role of spiritual fortitude in wealth creation.
- Advice on creating a launching pad for generational wealth.
- The importance of being flexible and responsive to sudden change.
www.bithgroup.com
www.robertwallace.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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April is Financial Literacy Month and we’re celebrating by bringing you valuable information and insightful conversations with banking professionals, financial experts and minority-owned firms to help us better understand the topic of money and the importance of generational wealth.
Jim Peterson is the V.P. and Small Business Ambassador, on the Minority and Women Owned Businesses team for M&T Bank. In that role he focuses on the engagement, education and empowerment of minority and women owned businesses. Learn about:
- Mr. Peterson’s journey into banking;
- The greatest need for MBEs at this point in the pandemic;
- The importance of generational wealth;
- Resources that M&T Bank provides for its customers; and so much more.
https://www.mtb.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
Stay connected & follow us @crmsdc on all of our social media platforms – Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter & Instagram
Tune in as Ann Ramakumaran of Ampcus shares #HERSTORY with President & CEO, Sharon R. Pinder.
Ann Ramakumaran is the Founder & CEO of Ampcus Inc. Ann has more than 20 years of design, development and delivery of innovative and leading-edge Technology Solutions and Human Capital Management across the globe. Under her leadership, she has cultivated Ampcus and the Ampcus Group of companies into a fast-growing Consulting and Professional Services organization.
https://www.ampcus.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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We’re having a deep conversation with Selena Cuffe, President of SodexoMagic and co-founder of Heritage Link Brands.
Selena Cuffe is co-founder of M/WBE Heritage Link Brands. In this position, she is responsible for strategic, award-winning initiatives that have accelerated business outcomes and empowered diversity and equity within the global wine industry. Ms. Cuffe is also President of SodexoMagic, a joint venture between U.S. based Magic Johnson Enterprises and French food and facilities management company, Sodexo, Inc. Her authority includes business transformation, digitization (AI & IoT), corporate strategy, agile operations, change management, marketing, and corporate social responsibility.
We hope you enjoy HERStory on HotChat Minority Business Connections
https://us.sodexo.com/services/sodexo-magic.html
www.heritagelinkbrands.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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Darla Harris is Vice President & Sr. Business Consultant for JPMorgan Chase Bank in Washington, DC and Northern VA. She has more than 40 years of experience in financial services and serves as a resource and advocate for Minority Entrepreneurs.
Learn how she helps small business owners with education and advisory services through JP Morgan’s commitment to creating more access to capital for MBEs.
We hope you enjoy HERStory on HotChat Minority Business Connections
www.chase.com/business/minority-businesses
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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www.crmsdc.org
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We’re having a candid conversation with Michelle Rice, President of TV One and its new sister network, CLEO TV. Learn how Rice has successfully leveraged relationships to expand distribution of CLEO TV and how she manages all business, operational and creative aspects for both networks.
Under her leadership, TV One solidified its first vMVPD distribution deal with Philo TV and has continued to grow its distribution footprint. She continues to play a pivotal role in working with strategic partners to create linear and digital content campaigns in response to a myriad of political and social issues that profoundly impact communities of color.
We hope you enjoy HERStory on HotChat Minority Business Connections
https://tvone.tv/
https://mycleo.tv/
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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WHO SAID IT’S A MAN’S WORLD › WOMEN WHO WEAR HARD HATS
Necole Parker | Principal/CEO, The ELOCEN Group
Since forming ELOCEN, Necole Parker, Principal/CEO, has expertly managed/overseen project lifecycles from start to finish, comprised primarily of new construction and renovation projects. This has resulted in securing numerous notable clients, growing the company in both scale and capacity, and achieving significant revenue gains.
Join us as this groundbreaker shares her experience as a woman who’s leading the way in the construction industry.
We hope you enjoy HERStory on HotChat Minority Business Connections
https://elocengroup.com/
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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As we celebrate Women’s History Month, meet Germaine Bolds-Leftridge, the woman behind today's multimillion-dollar black hair & beauty startups.
We hope you enjoy HERStory on HotChat Minority Business Connections
Germaine Bolds-Leftridge | Founder, GBL Sales, IKNOW Skincare & The Ubiquitous Women’s Expo
Germaine Bolds-Leftridge is the “Queen Midas” of multicultural beauty brands. Whatever she touches turns to gold as she launches, sells, and represents products and brands in the retail marketplace as their premier beauty broker. She is a thirty-year veteran of the Black & Brown beauty space turning brand founders into multi-millionaires via her company GBL Sales, Inc., and The Ubiquitous Women’s Expo.
Now legendary brands such as Ambi Skincare, Annie International, Bronner Bros., CURLDAZE, Curls Dynasty, Kenya Moore Haircare, Makeup Bullet, Luster Products, Mielle Organics, ORS Haircare, Oyin Handmade, Renpure, Taliah Waajid, and Universal Beauty, just to name a few, have all gone gold with Germaine’s diligent sales & brand building efforts. Germaine’s, credo is reflected in GBL Sales philosophy, “Every client deserves and will receive quality, professional, courteous service, without exception.” This sincere “can do” attitude has made her the success she is today.
www.ubiquitousexpo.com
www.iknowskincare.com
www.gblsales.com
Follow on Instagram: @Ubiquitous_expo, @iknowskincare, @gbl_sales
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
www.crmsdccares.com
www.crmsdc.org
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In this episode, Senator Cardin stops by to share with us the state of President Biden’s “Build Back Better” legislation and the importance of MBDA being codified as a permanent agency. You’ll also learn about his role in ensuring access to PPP & EIDL loans for non-profits and minority-owned businesses.
As we celebrate Black History Month, he shares how the late Congressman Parren J. Mitchell drafted legislation for MBEs to participate in federal contracting opportunities, laid the foundation for NMSDC and advanced opportunities for MBEs to do business across the country within the private sector.
A third-generation Marylander, Ben Cardin has been a national leader on health care, retirement security, the environment and fiscal issues while representing the people of Maryland in the U.S. Senate, and before that in the House of Representatives. He has worked across party lines to further U.S. national security and to ensure that good governance, transparency and respect for human rights are integrated into American foreign policy efforts.
First elected to the Senate in 2006, Senator Cardin currently serves as Chair of the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Committee, which is on the forefront of rebuilding our economy. He is a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations, Finance, and Environment & Public Works committees.
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About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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From the Peace Corp to Chief Procurement Officer, Arnold Sowa shares his career path and lessons learned while building teams, reengineering procurement and demanding accountability to supplier diversity. Plus, tips on how to navigate larger organizations.
Arnold Sowa is the former Senior Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer for MetLife
In this role, he was responsible for overseeing MetLife’s global procurement, travel, third-party risk management, and supply chain social responsibility programs.
He currently is on the board of directors at the Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council (CRMSDC).
He has won numerous awards for his support of supplier diversity initiatives including the NMSDC’s CPO of the Year Award in 2018 and ISM’s Supplier Diversity Advocate Award in 2016.
As Chief Procurement Officer at MetLife, Arnold built a global organization of over 300 professionals in almost 50 countries who managed $5 billion in annual spend.
He was also responsible for putting in place global third-party risk management and travel policies and programs and was behind the largest ever global implementation of Ariba OnDemand, which covered over 95% of MetLife’s spend.
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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Gain insights into how to grow sales from an executive who leads the US Field Sales organization of a $2.5B minority-owned business enterprise. Quentin Gayles, Vice President of National Solution Sales for Zones, shares how they help clients accomplish their IT objectives with a global network of experts and partners that provide strategic planning, integration and logistics, supply chain management, project management, and best practices methodology. Also learn how MBEs can connect with Zones to find opportunities.
As Vice President of National Solution Sales for Zones, a $2.5B Information Technology & Services company, Quentin Gayle’s primary focus is enabling client success. He leads the US Field Sales organization and is responsible for executing company strategy and the recruitment of top sales and management talent. He also provides cross-functional leadership and fosters executive collaboration with OEMs and Partners.
Quentin is a practiced sales leader with demonstrated ability to earn client trusted adviser status through reliable delivery of technology and business solutions to satisfy quantifiable business outcomes. Able to combine innovative sales, business, and technical acumen to overachieve large sales quotas as an individual contributor and leader.
www.zones.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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Maryland’s Comptroller, Peter Franchot, ensures that our tax dollars are spent wisely and has been a champion for improving schools and strengthening our communities which is vital to economic development where we live, work and play. So sit back, relax and listen in to this great discussion.
The Honorable Peter Franchot has served as Maryland’s 33rd comptroller since 2007. First elected to his current post in 2006, Comptroller Franchot has been re-elected three times; most recently in 2018, during which he received 1.6 million votes – the highest number of votes casted for any candidate for state government office in Maryland history.
As Maryland’s chief fiscal officer, Comptroller Franchot is a tireless champion for working families and small businesses, and is a stalwart advocate for fiscal policies that strengthen our state’s economy. As chief executive officer of a 1,100- person state agency, Comptroller Franchot is focused on delivering respectful, responsive, and results-oriented taxpayer service, and the Maryland Comptroller’s Office, under his leadership, he is considered one of the most effective and efficient Comptroller’s Office in the nation.
www.marylandtaxes.gov
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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Our guest on this episode is one of our distinguished MBE’s April Richardson, Esq., President & Co-founder of DC Sweet Potato Cake. April shares with us how her bakery had to pivot during the pandemic, how she and her staff have been coping and the new ventures she has underway. This is a continuation of our special series showcasing MBE’s and their “Untold Stories.”
• President & Co-Owner of DC Sweet Potato Cake
• Managing Member, Food Opportunity LLC
• Attorney, The Private Practice Law Group
• Deputy Chief Investigative Council, Trouble Asset Relief Fund
www.dcsweetpotatocake.com
www.iamaprilrichardson.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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One of our distinguished MBE’s, Mercedita Roxas-Murray, joins us for HotChat. As Founder & CEO of Montage Marketing Group LLC, she brings a unique perspective on how a marketing services agency navigates the new normal internally and for its clients. This will be a great discussion about how she got started and how she’s managed through this pandemic. This is a continuation of our special series showcasing MBE’s and their “Untold Stories.”
Mercedita Roxas-Murray is the founder and CEO of Montage Marketing Group, LLC a marketing services agency. With over 20 years in the marketing industry, Mercedita is a recognized leader in the integrated marketing space.
Montage Marketing Group, LLC., is a marketing outreach, engagement, events and communications agency that empowers clients to achieve goals and engage audiences.
Montage specializes in work that leaves a positive impact on community and the audiences it engages on behalf of clients. Montage and its team have created strategic marketing communications solutions and implemented programs that deliver results, positive outcomes, and impact for clients in the government and commercial sectors.
Some of their clients include the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Homeland Security, Montgomery County Volunteer Center, the Department of Environmental Protections, and the National Park Service.
www.montagemarketinggroup.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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Today Dr. McConnell will discuss how his organization is coping during this pandemic and how they’ve had to pivot. This is a continuation of our special series showcasing MBE’s and their “Untold Stories.”
Dr. Irving W. McConnell is Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The McConnell Group; a health sciences company. The McConnell Group, has dedicated more than three decades of his professional life conducting and overseeing R&D facilities.
Dr. McConnell has managed numerous multidisciplinary research staff and held multiple positions at Schering Plough to include toxicologist, veterinary ophthalmologist and laboratory animal veterinarian. He has also served as Senior Staff veterinarian for SmithKline Beecham and has held several senior management positions within Johnson & Johnson to include Director of Toxicology and Laboratory Animal Medicine.
He served active duty at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research; Naval Medical Research Institute; and the U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory in Fort Rucker, AL. He continued his military service in the Army Reserves for over twenty years in Special Operations serving on multiple OCONUS (oversees) assignments to include Iraq. He was later appointed to the DoD Global Emerging Infections Surveillance and Response System Division where he was the Assistant Deputy for Influenza and Zoonosis.
Dr. McConnell was recognized as a Top 100 MBE by the Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council in 2017 and received the Minority Business Development Agency Center Award in 2019.
www.themccgroup.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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One of our distinguished MBE’s 21st Century Expo Group – Ray, Leslie & Iman McFarland join us today. They own and operate a premier expo and tradeshow company located in Prince George’s County. In this special series we’re highlighting the “Untold Stories of minority businesses and how they’re coping with the pandemic” so stay tuned with us.
Rayford (Ray) B. McFarland is Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of 21st Century Expo Group, Inc. (21stCEG). Mr. McFarland founded 21stCEG in 1991 as an exposition, exhibit and event management company serving the emerging minority event market. 21stCEG’s service to its clients encompasses the broad spectrum of exhibit decoration, trade show management, display and event design/production. Over its 30-year history, 21stCEG has served numerous corporations and national associations.
Leslie Norris McFarland has served as President of the 21st Century Expo Group, an award-winning company in the nation’s exhibit trade show and special event industry, since 2009. Her husband, Rayford B. McFarland established the business in 1991, with Leslie joining the company two years later. Since its inception it has maintained a stellar reputation as a minority-owned business specializing in exhibit management, marketing, display sales and decorating services. Mrs. McFarland is responsible for account management, financial management, staffing, and association management services in coordination with the client services and production teams.
Iman McFarland — These three words mean everything to Iman McFarland: tolerance, fellowship and honesty. As a 6’2” center/forward for Bishop McNamara High School in Forestville, Maryland, Iman displayed leadership qualities and helped to lead her team (the Mustangs) to the 2003 Washington Catholic Athletic Conference and City Title Championships. Iman received many awards during high school including 2005 Nike All American, Maryland Gatorade Player of the Year.
Iman continued to excel in her undergraduate years while attending University of North Carolina (UNC), Chapel Hill as a student athlete and continued to find ways to give back. Iman started her post-graduate work at Howard University. Upon graduation with honors from Howard University with a Master’s in Business Administration, Iman continues to focus on her efforts on giving back to her community. Iman is currently COO of her 30 year-old family business located in Prince George’s County, her hometown.
www.21stceg.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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The one & only David Gardner, Co-Founder and Chief Rule Breaker of The Motley Fool joins us today to tell us about his company and how they help millions of people obtain financial freedom through investing.
David Gardner is the Co-Founder and Chief Rule Breaker at The Motley Fool, a financial services company he started in 1993 alongside his brother, Tom. In Shakespeare, the court jester—orFool—was the one person who had license to speak the truth to the king or queen. In the same way, The Motley Fool has been speaking truth to Wall Street for 26 years, empowering millions of people to take control of their financial lives. The company’s purpose is To Make the World Smarter, Happier, and Richer.
As Chief Rule Breaker, David wears many hats including investor, podcaster, author, and lecturer. David has developed his own style of investing, called Rule Breaker Investing, which seeks to invest ahead of the crowd in the most innovative companies of our time and continue to hold shares well after the crowd has sold.
David is a recipient of UNC’s prestigious “Distinguished Young Alumni Award.” He loves games of all kinds, especially board games, having a collection of hundreds of them, which the Gardner’s have played a lot over the years with their three children. David served on the Individual Investor Advisory Committee of the New York Stock Exchange for 15 years and the Folger Shakespeare Library board for 10 years. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Conscious Capitalism Institute and is a graduate of the Leadership Greater Washington Signature Program Class of 2019.
www.fool.com
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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In this episode, Ambassador Tom Fong addresses the rise in Asian-American hate crimes that have been impacting this community over recent months since the onset of the pandemic.
Also, learn how we find commonality to build better bonds across communities of color and how to Stand in Solidarity against hate during AAPI Heritage Month.
Thomas Fong is a third generation Washingtonian having grown up in Adams Morgan, WDC where he witnessed the beauty and tumult of the 1960's capital city. His family moved to Silver Spring, MD when he was a teen and he went on to study Finance and Economics at the University of Maryland. He worked with a number of government contracting firms prior to launching his own technology ventures, InfoTek Systems, Compcierge and Red Carpet Cloud. He currently directs business development at MYTA Technologies, a Bethesda based tech recruiting firm.
Mr. Fong is currently the DMV Ambassador to the Chinese American Heritage Foundation, where he is spearheading a 30+ city National Day of Solidarity Against Hate.
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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US Senator Chris Van Hollen provides insight into new legislation & policies that will impact minority business owners as they continue to work through the challenges that this pandemic has had on the economy and communities of color.
Senator Chris Van Hollen was elected to the United States Senate by the people of Maryland in November 2016. His top priorities include creating more and better jobs, strengthening small businesses, and increasing educational and job training opportunities for individuals of all ages and in every community.
Senator Van Hollen started his time in public service as a member of the Maryland State Legislature. In January 2015, he released a comprehensive plan to address the problem of growing inequality in America and provide a blueprint for building an economy that works for everyone.
Senator Van Hollen is proud to have worked successfully with members of both parties to pass bipartisan legislation.
Sen. Van Hollen sits on the Appropriations Committee, Banking, Housing, & Urban Affairs Committee, Foreign Relations Committee, and the Budget Committee.
www.vanhollen.senate.gov
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEOs, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBEs, and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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In our first Podcast episode, we feature Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority (FCEDA).
In this episode, we:
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Learn more about Mr. Hoskin’s new role and the mission of the organization;
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Discuss how FCEDA has had to pivot during this pandemic;
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Explore what Victor is hearing from the business community in Fairfax County;
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Learn what are the greatest challenges for the small business community;
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Understand what tools, funding and/or resources are available to minority and women-owned businesses; and
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Hear about Victor’s vision for growth and vitality for minority business across the region and FCEDA.
Victor Hoskins joined the Fairfax County (Va.) Economic Development Authority as president and CEO on August 5, 2019. Previously, he was the director of Arlington (Va.) Economic Development since 2015. In that role he is most known for leading the team that successfully attracted Amazon HQ2 to Arlington County, a deal that will bring between 25,000 and 37,850 Amazon jobs to Arlington, stimulate creation of another 75,000 jobs in the Washington region, and generate between $3.2 and $4.8 billion in revenue for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
www.fairfaxcountyeda.org
About CRMSDC | It is our mission to feature dynamic one-on-one conversations with CEO's, contracting officers, minority businesses, supplier diversity professionals and procurement leaders from some of the leading companies in America via our Hotchat Podcast discussions. We will highlight the challenges, success stories, resources and opportunities that exist for our vast network of MBE’s and we will spotlight our corporate partners who share our vision to help drive economic development, equity and inclusion within their organizations across the country.
Sharon R. Pinder, President & CEO, CRMSDC
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www.crmsdc.org
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