About Us

The Northwest Minority Business Council (NMBC) is a regional affiliate of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the relationship between major corporations, public agencies and minority-owned businesses. Founded in 1972, NMSDC has 39 regional councils, and matches more than 15,000 minority business enterprises (MBEs) with over 3,500 corporate members.     

For over 30 years, NMBC has been an advocate for minority businesses by working with corporations and public agencies that understand the importance of having a diverse supply base that reflects their customers, as well as today's global economy. The organization currently serves the states of Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho and Alaska.