MBE2MBE Coaching Ourselves - June 2026
2026-06-11 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Puerto_Rico) | PRMSDC Meeting Room, 1225 Ave. Ponce de León VIG Tower, Suite 1505, San Juan, PR, 00907, Puerto Rico
Federal Engagement as a Business StrategyManaging Risk, Performance & Compliance at Scale
Join PRMSDC’s MBE2MBE Coaching Ourselves session for a practical conversation on how businesses can strengthen compliance, reduce operational risk, and better navigate federally funded opportunities.
Led by experts from The Consulting Lead LLC, this executive-level workshop will explore how strategic federal engagement can support long-term business growth and sustainability.
What You’ll Learn:
✔ Understanding the federal grant ecosystem
✔Managing compliance and performance expectations
✔Strengthening agency relationships
✔Reducing operational and compliance risk
✔Positioning grant-funded work as a strategic advantage
🎙 Featuring:Jeffrey QuiñonesSenior Public Affairs & Policy ConsultantThe Consulting Lead LLC
Gloria FernándezPresident & PrincipalThe Consulting Lead LLC
💻 Interactive Workshop
💡 Free workshop

On-site Registration – Access the PRMSDC Hub

Virtual Registration – Microsoft Teams

About the MBE2MBE Coaching Series
The MBE2MBE Coaching Series is designed to foster collaboration and growth among Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs).
This initiative provides a unique platform for MBEs to connect, share knowledge, and build valuable business relationships with fellow MBEs and Corporate Members — promoting a sustainable ecosystem for success.
Are You a Subject Matter Expert?
We are seeking industry experts to be part of our MBE2MBE Coaching Series as speakers. This is an opportunity to:
• Share your expertise with a network of MBEs• Help businesses grow through learning and collaboration• Expand your reach and unlock new customer opportunities
👉 Act now! Submit your proposal today.
Contact & Registration
For more information and registration, please contact:
Carmen Peñacpena@prmsdc.org(787) 303-7265

Get MBE Certified – June 2026
2026-06-16 09:00 - 10:30
Ready to Grow Your Business?
Become a PRMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and access new opportunities with local and international clients.
Our team is here to support you every step of the way.
In this Pre-Certification Orientation Webinar, you’ll learn how to:
🔹 Unlock the services of a national network🔹 Navigate the application process step by step🔹 Participate in a live Q&A with our team
💬 What to ExpectThis interactive session is designed to answer your questions in real time and give you the clarity you need to move forward with confidence.
We know the certification process can feel overwhelming—that’s why we’re here to make it simple, accessible, and achievable.
Start your certification journey
📅 Tuesday, June 16🕙 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.💻 Via Teams

REGISTER NOW

For more information, please contact:Carmen Peñacpena@prmsdc.org(787) 303-7265
PRMSDC — The Platform for Your Success

MBEIC Meeting: June 2026
2026-06-17 15:00 - 16:30 | Microsoft Teams
The MBE Input Committee (MBEIC) is composed of certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) representatives who provide essential insight to ensure that PRMSDC’s programs and initiatives align with the real needs of our business community.
Through open dialogue and strategic collaboration, the committee helps drive the growth and development of minority-owned businesses across Puerto Rico.
💼 Get involved!These meetings are open to all PRMSDC-certified MBEs who want to take an active role in shaping initiatives that expand opportunities and strengthen the local business ecosystem.
Join the conversation — and help move our mission forward at the Puerto Rico Minority Supplier Development Council (PRMSDC).
For more information and registration, please contact:
Carmen Peña
cpena@prmsdc.org
(787) 303-7265

MAXIMIZE your PRMSDC PARTNERSHIP - June 2026
2026-06-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Microsoft Teams
🌟 Maximize Your PRMSDC Certification!
An exclusive orientation and live Q&A session designed to help certified MBEs maximize the value of their certification, strengthen their engagement with PRMSDC, and access resources that support business growth.
Join us for an exclusive session designed to help certified MBEs maximize the value of their PRMSDC certification and take full advantage of the opportunities available through the Council.
🎯 Why attend?
Whether you’re newly certified or looking to become more engaged, this interactive session will help you:
✔ Navigate your certification strategically
✔ Discover programs, resources, and opportunities designed to support business growth
✔ Increase your visibility and engagement within the PRMSDC network
✔ Connect directly with PRMSDC staff and fellow certified suppliers
✔ Ask questions and receive real-time guidance
🎥 For the best experience, we encourage participants to join with their cameras on. Face-to-face conversations help foster stronger connections and create a more interactive and engaging session.
✨ Your certification is more than a credential. It’s a platform for growth, visibility, and opportunity.
We look forward to seeing you there!
💻 Register Now
For more information, please contact:Carmen Peñacpena@prmsdc.org(787) 303-7265

NMSDC Leadership Summit 2026
2026-07-13 08:00 - 2026-07-15 17:00 | Caribe Hilton, 1 C. San Gerónimo, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00901
Supplier Impact Leadership Summit

The 2026 Supplier Impact Leadership Summit (SILS), formerly known as the Business Diversity Leadership Summit (BDLS), delivers forward-thinking sessions that equip supplier inclusion professionals with the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to scale MBEs, advance economic equity, and drive meaningful supplier impact across their organizations.
For more information, please access: nmsdc.org

Get MBE Certified – July 2026
2026-07-14 09:00 - 10:30
Ready to Get Certified?
Become a PRMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and open new doors for business growth.(versión en español más abajo)
Are you interested in becoming a certified business with PRMSDC?Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
🧭 During this Pre-Certification Orientation Webinar, you’ll learn:

How the certification process works

What documents are required and how to prepare them

Key resources to support your application

How MBE certification connects you to new business opportunities and corporate partnerships

🎙️ Guest Speaker:Joseph Rosales-RodríguezSection 3 Coordinator | Federal Compliance and Subrecipient ManagementPuerto Rico Department of Housing
This interactive session is designed to give you clarity, confidence, and live access to our team for Q&A.
🌟 Program Highlights
✔️ Step-by-step application guidance✔️ Tips on document preparation✔️ MBE certification benefits✔️ Live Q&A with the PRMSDC team✔️ Monthly virtual sessions via Microsoft Teams
Take the first step toward certification.👉 Register now!PRMSDC — The Platform for Your Success
¿Listo(a) para certificar su negocio?
Conviértase en una Empresa Certificada por el PRMSDC (MBE) y abra nuevas oportunidades de crecimiento.
¿Está interesado(a) en obtener la certificación de PRMSDC?Nuestro equipo está aquí para guiarle paso a paso.
🧭 En este Webinar de Orientación Pre-Certificación, conocerá:

Cómo funciona el proceso de certificación

Qué documentos se requieren y cómo prepararlos

Recursos clave que le apoyarán en su solicitud

Cómo la certificación MBE le conecta con nuevas oportunidades y alianzas corporativas

🎙️ Orador invitado:Joseph Rosales RodríguezCoordinador Sección 3 | Cumplimiento Federal y Manejo de SubrecipientesDepartamento de la Vivienda de Puerto Rico
Esta sesión interactiva está diseñada para ofrecerle claridad, seguridad y respuestas en vivo de parte de nuestro equipo.
🌟 Aspectos destacados del programa
✔️ Guía paso a paso sobre el proceso de solicitud✔️ Consejos para preparar su documentación✔️ Beneficios de obtener la certificación MBE✔️ Preguntas y respuestas en vivo con el equipo de PRMSDC✔️ Sesiones virtuales mensuales vía Microsoft Teams
Dé el primer paso hacia la certificación.👉 Regístrese hoy.PRMSDC — La Plataforma para Tu Éxito

For more information, please contact:
Carmen Peña
cpena@prmsdc.org
(787) 303-7265

MBEIC Meeting: July 2026
2026-07-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Microsoft Teams

Get MBE Certified – August 2026
2026-08-11 09:00 - 10:30

Annual MBEIC Meeting: August 2026
2026-08-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Microsoft Teams
The MBE Input Committee (MBEIC) is composed of certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) representatives who provide valuable insight to help ensure that PRMSDC’s programs and initiatives reflect the real needs of our business community.
Each year, the committee gathers for its Annual Meeting, bringing together certified suppliers to connect, share perspectives, and discuss opportunities to strengthen the MBE network across Puerto Rico.
💼 Special Event for Committee MembersThis year’s annual meeting will include a special event for committee members, creating an opportunity to connect, engage, and celebrate the contributions of certified suppliers within the PRMSDC community.
More details coming soon.
We invite all PRMSDC-certified MBEs to stay connected and be part of this important annual gathering of the committee.
Join the conversation — and help move our mission forward at the Puerto Rico Minority Supplier Development Council (PRMSDC).
For more information and registration, please contact:
Carmen Peña
cpena@prmsdc.org
(787) 303-7265

MAXIMIZE your PRMSDC PARTNERSHIP - August 2026
2026-08-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Microsoft Teams
🌟 Maximize Your PRMSDC Certification!
An exclusive orientation and live Q&A session designed to help certified MBEs maximize the value of their certification, strengthen their engagement with PRMSDC, and access resources that support business growth.
Join us for an exclusive session designed to help certified MBEs maximize the value of their PRMSDC certification and take full advantage of the opportunities available through the Council.
🎯 Why attend?
Whether you’re newly certified or looking to become more engaged, this interactive session will help you:
✔ Navigate your certification strategically
✔ Discover programs, resources, and opportunities designed to support business growth
✔ Increase your visibility and engagement within the PRMSDC network
✔ Connect directly with PRMSDC staff and fellow certified suppliers
✔ Ask questions and receive real-time guidance
🎥 For the best experience, we encourage participants to join with their cameras on. Face-to-face conversations help foster stronger connections and create a more interactive and engaging session.
✨ Your certification is more than a credential. It’s a platform for growth, visibility, and opportunity.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Let’s turn your certification into your next big opportunity.
💻 Register Now
For more information, please contact:Carmen Peñacpena@prmsdc.org(787) 303-7265

Get MBE Certified – September 2026
2026-09-15 09:00 - 10:30

30 Minutes Power Break-Sept. 2026
2026-09-30 15:00 - 15:30
MBE2MBE 30 Minutes Power Break
(Spanish version below)
Discover the true potential of your MBE Certification in just 30 powerful minutes. Join us for an inspiring conversation that highlights how certified suppliers in Puerto Rico are teaming up to grow, innovate, and add value to their businesses and the local economy.
Through a real-world case study, you’ll hear how two successful MBEs are working together to serve the regulated industry, demonstrating that collaboration between peers is not only possible — it’s profitable.
Do you currently source services or products to operate your business? You might be overlooking opportunities to do so with fellow certified MBEs.
Interested in sharing your own success story? You could be next.This platform is open to PRMSDC-certified suppliers who want to showcase how strategic partnerships and collaboration are driving real results.
💡 Join us to learn from your peers, discover new ideas, and strengthen the MBE network in Puerto Rico.
For more information, please contact:
Carmen Peña
cpena@prmsdc.org
(787) 303-7265
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MBE2MBE 30 MINUTES POWER BREAK
Descubre el verdadero potencial de tu Certificación MBE en solo 30 poderosos minutos. Acompáñanos en una conversación inspiradora que destaca cómo los suplidores certificados en Puerto Rico están colaborando para crecer, innovar y añadir valor a sus negocios y a la economía local.
A través de un caso de estudio real, escucharás cómo dos MBEs exitosos están trabajando juntos para servir a la industria regulada, demostrando que la colaboración entre colegas no solo es posible — también es rentable.
¿Actualmente adquieres servicios o productos para operar tu negocio?Podrías estar pasando por alto oportunidades de hacerlo con otros MBEs certificados.
¿Te gustaría compartir tu propia historia de éxito? ¡Tú podrías ser el próximo!Esta plataforma está abierta a suplidores certificados por PRMSDC que deseen mostrar cómo las alianzas estratégicas y la colaboración están generando resultados reales.
💡 Únete para aprender de tus pares, descubrir nuevas ideas y fortalecer la red de MBEs en Puerto Rico.
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Para más información, favor de comunicarse con:Carmen Peñacpena@prmsdc.org(787) 303-7265

Get MBE Certified – October 2026
2026-10-14 09:00 - 10:30

MAXIMIZE your PRMSDC PARTNERSHIP - October 2026
2026-10-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Microsoft Teams
🌟 Maximize Your PRMSDC Certification!
An exclusive orientation and live Q&A session designed to help certified MBEs maximize the value of their certification, strengthen their engagement with PRMSDC, and access resources that support business growth.
Join us for an exclusive session designed to help certified MBEs maximize the value of their PRMSDC certification and take full advantage of the opportunities available through the Council.
🎯 Why attend?
Whether you’re newly certified or looking to become more engaged, this interactive session will help you:
✔ Navigate your certification strategically
✔ Discover programs, resources, and opportunities designed to support business growth
✔ Increase your visibility and engagement within the PRMSDC network
✔ Connect directly with PRMSDC staff and fellow certified suppliers
✔ Ask questions and receive real-time guidance
🎥 For the best experience, we encourage participants to join with their cameras on. Face-to-face conversations help foster stronger connections and create a more interactive and engaging session.
✨ Your certification is more than a credential. It’s a platform for growth, visibility, and opportunity.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Let’s turn your certification into your next big opportunity.
💻 Register Now
For more information, please contact:
Carmen Peñacpena@prmsdc.org(787) 303-7265

NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange 2026
2026-10-25 08:00 - 2026-10-28 17:00
Join us in Los Angeles, California, October 25–28. More details to come.

For more information, please access: nmsdc.org

B-Agile Babson Program for MBEs
2026-11-04 - 2026-11-07 | PRMSDC Meeting Room, 1225 Ave. Ponce de León VIG Tower, Suite 1505, San Juan, PR, 00907, Puerto Rico
B-AGILE: Babson Accelerator for Growth, Innovation & Entrepreneurial Leadership
Empowering the Next Generation of MBE Leaders
PRMSDC, in collaboration with Babson College, proudly presents B-AGILE, an exclusive executive leadership experience designed to help Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) leaders strengthen their leadership capabilities, accelerate growth, and navigate today’s evolving business landscape with confidence.
Over three immersive days, participants will engage in a dynamic learning experience focused on entrepreneurial leadership, innovation, strategic decision-making, and sustainable business growth. This program is designed for leaders seeking practical frameworks, new perspectives, and actionable strategies to drive long-term success.
Program Details
📅 Dates: November 4–6, 2026
📍 Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico
👥 Cohort Size: Only 25 participants
🎓 Format: Three full-day, in-person sessions
💰 Investment: $3,495
✨ Eligible MBEs may qualify for a 30%–50% PRMSDC grant.
What You’ll Gain
✔ Entrepreneurial leadership and strategic decision-making skills
✔ Financial and operational growth strategies
✔ Practical tools for innovation and business transformation
✔ Insights on leveraging AI for innovation and impact
✔ Peer mentoring and executive-level networking opportunities
✔ Proven frameworks from one of the world’s leading institutions in entrepreneurship education
About Babson College
Babson College is recognized as the #1 school for entrepreneurship by U.S. News & World Report for 32 consecutive years and ranked the #2 college in the country by The Wall Street Journal (2024 & 2025).
Take the next step toward empowering your business to grow, innovate, and lead the future.
🔥Registration Deadline: October 1, 2026

Access de brochure to learn more

Apply now and request more information

Questions?

Babson College:Patti Parent, pparent1@babson.edu
PRMSDC:Reyna Reyes, rreyes@prmsdc.org

30 Minutes Power Break-Nov. 2026
2026-11-04 16:00 - 16:30

Get MBE Certified – November 2026
2026-11-10 10:00 - 11:30

Recognition Awards Event: December 2026
2026-12-04 11:00 - 14:30 | Royal Sonesta Hotel, 5961 Av. Isla Verde, Carolina, 00979, Puerto Rico
Celebrating Excellence in Business
The Recognition Awards is a prestigious event hosted by the PRMSDC to honor visionary leaders and certified enterprises achievements, showcasing their exceptional dedication to excellence and social responsibility.
This signature gathering celebrates the remarkable contributions of Puerto Rico’s trailblazers, whose efforts have significantly impacted the island’s economy. It also highlights the corporations and individuals who champion business development and growth.
Beyond recognition, the event is a powerful networking opportunity, bringing together key stakeholders, corporate members, and MBE leaders to build relationships and ignite business growth.
Join us in celebrating innovation, leadership, and the collective impact of businesses in today’s economy.
Investment:

MBEs: $125
Corporate Members: $150
General Public: $150

Includes cocktail reception, formal lunch, and the Recognition Ceremony.
Special discount available for tables of 8.
Sponsorship and ad space available in the official event program.
For more information, please contact:
Carmen Peña
cpena@prmsdc.org
(787) 303-7265

CELEBRANDO LA EXCELENCIA EN LOS NEGOCIOS
Los Recognition Awards son un prestigioso evento organizado por el PRMSDC para honrar a líderes visionarios y reconocer los logros de empresas certificadas, destacando su excepcional compromiso con la excelencia y la responsabilidad social.
Este evento emblemático celebra las notables contribuciones de los pioneros de Puerto Rico, cuyos esfuerzos han impactado significativamente la economía de la isla. También resalta a las corporaciones e individuos que promueven el desarrollo y crecimiento empresarial.
Más allá del reconocimiento, este encuentro es una poderosa oportunidad de networking, reuniendo a líderes de MBEs, miembros corporativos y actores clave para fortalecer relaciones e impulsar el crecimiento de negocios.
Únete a nosotros para celebrar la innovación, el liderazgo y el impacto colectivo de los negocios en la economía actual.
INVERSIÓN:

MBEs: $125

Miembros Corporativos: $150

Público General: $150

Incluye recepción con cóctel, almuerzo formal y la Ceremonia de Reconocimiento.
Descuento especial disponible para mesas de 8 personas.
Oportunidades de auspicio y espacios publicitarios disponibles en el programa oficial del evento.
Para más información, favor de comunicarse con:Carmen Peña📧 cpena@prmsdc.org📞 (787) 303-7265

Get MBE Certified – December 2026
2026-12-08 10:00 - 11:30

MAXIMIZE your PRMSDC PARTNERSHIP - Dec 2026
2026-12-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Microsoft Teams
