Our Vision
Every year, multi-million dollar opportunities go unclaimed—not because they don’t exist, but because the right people never get in the same room. The NCMSDC 2026 Flagship Events are intentionally designed to change that.
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Whether you join us to secure your next major corporate contract, unlock fresh supplier resources, or hit the green to fund scholarships for the next generation of minority business owners, this is where your business finds its proximity to success.
Business Growth Summit
Date & Time: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Target Plaza Commons • Minneapolis, MN
The Vibe: The Next Chapter Starts Here. A high-energy working session built for real conversations, real connections, and real next steps. No rows of endless slide decks—just action.
What to Expect:
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Breakfast Keynote with Don Cravins (NMSDC President / CEO).
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Expert-Led Breakout Tracks focused on modern business scaling.
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Curated Matchmaking Speed Sessions linking MBEs directly with corporate decision-makers.
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Closing Reception to cement new partnerships.
Invitational Scholarship Golf Classic
Date & Time: Wednesday, July 22, 2026 | 7:00 AM Registration • 9:00 AM Shotgun Start
Location: The Wilds Golf Club • Prior Lake, MN
The Vibe: Play. Partner. Give Back. Shift the energy to the fairway. Spend a premium day on the course with corporate leaders and diverse business partners making deals where the connections matter most.
What to Expect:
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Continental Breakfast & Warm-up on the driving range.
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4-Person Scramble Format with Hole-in-One Challenges ($20,000 cash prize!).
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Premium Giveaways from TaylorMade, Titleist, and YETI.
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Post-Round Reception featuring an Italian buffet lunch and awards ceremony.
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Every dollar raised directly funds the NCMSDC Scholarship Fund.