Save The Date
May 17 - 18, 2023
38th Annual Business Expo
#FSMSDCBusinessExpo
SUPER MATCHMAKER
1-on-1 Appointments with
Buying Decision-makers
An opportunity to meet with buyers seeking your area of expertise.
#FSMSDCBusinessExpo
Business Trade Fair
Showcase your products and services to a targeted audience
#FSMSDCBusinessExpo
Business Makeovers/Business Consultations
Share your logo, marketing plan, sales and e-commerce strategy and meet with our experts for a business makeover.
#FSMSDCBusinessExpo
Powerful MasterClasses, Workshops & Special Events
#FSMSDCBusinessExpo
Corporate Members
Participate in the Supplier Diversity Roundtable
#FSMSDCBusinessExpo
Previous
Next

SAVE THE DATE MAY 17-18, 2023

Thank you to our sponsors, exhibitors, speakers,
partners, and attendees. The success of the
37th Annual Virtual Business Expo
could not have been achieved without
your participation and support.

take a look

2022 Business Expo
Program Book

Get increased exposure to a targeted audience by advertising in the Annual FSMSDC Business Expo Program Book—the most-read publication of the event, and frequently referenced well after the power-packed event. 

Get Business Expo Updates, News and Alerts!

Sign Up

Attend The
Business Expo

Business Networking & Opportunities

Virtual Trade
Fair

Showcase your products and services

Virtual Super Matchmaker

One-on-One Appts. with Buyers

Become A
Sponsor

Gain Exposure in a targeted audience

Event Guides and FAQs

GET BETTER RESULTS and find the answers to your questions
View Now

Buyer & Supplier B2B Trade Fair

Purchase A Virtual Booth
Purchase Tickets To Attend

Virtual Interactive Business Trade Fair

The Trade Fair brings together minority entrepreneurs, large corporations and government agencies to create new relationships, ventures and opportunities for growth.

01

Customized Booths with Your Logo

Promote your products to a global audience in a virtual environment and see your leads grow.

02

One-on-One text, audio & video chat

Connect in real-time with attendees who visit your booth.

03

Handouts & Video Display

Upload downloadable documents such as brochures, capability statements and price sheets.

Dynamic B2B Engagement & Networking

Brought to you by an Award-Winner Event Technology Platform

Networking for Buyers & Suppliers

Bringing the Best Together

The Business Expo is the largest minority business event in Florida. As the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council’s premier annual event, it draws business leaders from across Florida and the nation. The Business Expo brings together a unique cross-section of minority entrepreneurs, large corporations and government agencies to create new relationships, ventures and opportunities for growth. This year’s theme is Formula for Success: Contracts, Capacity, Connections.

The Business Expo features a motivational keynote speaker, hundreds of business appointments, power-packed workshops, industry group sessions, MasterClasses, Business Makeovers, special events and much more.

The health and safety of our guests and staff remains our top priority. The COVID-19 regulations, policies, and protocols will be continue to evolve in accordance with on-going public health information and official guidance set by the State of Florida Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and guests with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. The Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council cannot guarantee that you will never get exposed to the virus or get sick from it. By attending this event, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

Why Attend

  • Learn about over $60 billion in business opportunities statewide
  • Meet one-on-one with corporate buying decision-makers
  • Gain insight, best practices and ideas from business experts and industry leaders
  • Uncover potential business and strategic alliance partners
  • Connect with successful minority business owners
  • Take part in a power-packed day of networking
  • Get inspired and learn about the latest industry trends
  • Learn best practices from peers who have gained great success within the network

Who's Who in Business

Who Attends

  • Business Owners
  • Presidents and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)
  • Vice Presidents
  • Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)
  • Chief Operating Officers (COOs)
  • Directors
  • Chairpersons
  • Senior Executives
  • Procurement Officers
  • Government Officials
  • Business Consultants
  • Sales Executives
Learn More

Power-packed Workshops, MasterClasses and Special Event

Reach Your Business Goals

  • Gain insight, best practices and ideas from leading business experts
  • Uncover potential business and strategic alliances
  • Connect with successful minority business owners
View All Sessions

A View From the Top: Chief Procurement Officers Share Insights

Business Makeovers & Business Consultations

Women of Color City Tour: She Writes the Checks

Loan-A-Thon
Business Access to Capital

SUPER MATCHMAKER

Meet One-on-One with Buying Decision-makers

Get Connected

Loan-A-Thon

Meet One-on-One with bankers and alternative lenders

Submit your paperwork and get financing on the spot if you qualify. Whether you need a microloan or a multi-million-dollar loan, this is the chance to sit with traditional and non-traditional lenders to get the financing you need to grow your business.
Register Today

What Past Participants Are Saying

Event
Testimonials

“The FSMSDC Business Expo is an excellent opportunity to engage with corporate members and other MBEs in a well-organized and professional format. The workshops are top-notch, with presenters across a wide swath of the economy – all with a focus on how best to deploy the talents of MBEs in their respective disciplines. The trade fair and luncheon are always quality events. The one-on-one MBE/corporate matchmaking sessions are also a highlight of the expo.”
Jack Greene, Senior Director – ProcurementAuto Nation
Jack Greene, Senior Director – Procurement
“The annual FSMSDC Business Expo is the largest event in Florida for corporations and diverse suppliers to meet. I look forward to the Business Expo every year, to reconnect with existing suppliers, meet new suppliers and collaborate with peers. If you can only do one event other than your own, the Business Expo is the best overall value available.”
Dana Hill, Program ManagerFlorida Blue
Dana Hill, Program Manager
"The FSMSDC Business Expo has given me the opportunity for my team to visit the booths of companies that we would like to be introduced to and do business with. Additionally, we enjoyed stopping by and expressing gratitude to those companies that provided us with an opportunity, and in turn thanked them for their support. IT’S A WIN WIN WIN FOR ALL!"
Susana Robledo, Founder & CEOCube Care
Susana Robledo, Founder & CEO
“The FSMSDC Business Expo is always a must-attend event for me because I know without a doubt I will leave with new contacts and new insights. Your network is your net worth, and I have found that there is no better event than the FSMSDC Expo to expand my network and get facetime with decision-makers. I'm looking forward to the next Expo.”
Courtney Newell, CEOCrowned Marketing & Communications
Courtney Newell, CEO
"I've had an incredible experience at the Council (Business Expo) so far. I've made more connections here than with almost any other group that our organization has been a part of. I connected with other MWBEs, as well as large corporations that are looking to diversify the way they spend their dollars through their supply chain."
Marcell Haywood, CEO Encompass Onsite
Marcell Haywood, CEO
Previous
Next

Meet Our 2021 Speakers

Emmitt Smith

Co-Chairman
Gold Jacket, LLC

Cris Carter

Co-Chairman
Gold Jacket, LLC

Jorge A. Plasencia

Chairman & CEO
Republica Havas

Pegine Echevarria

Life Coach & CEO
Team Pegine

Julius Davis

Principal Owner
VoltAir Consulting Engineers

Abel Herrera

President & CEO
IT Data Solutions

See Full Speaker List >

Get One-on-One Business Consultations

Subject matter experts will provide free coaching sessions in areas such as marketing and social media, HR, Total Quality Management, IT, sales strategies and financing.

Schedule Your Free Consultation

Help Desk

What can we assist you with? We are here to help you get registered and make the most of the event. Click the button below to gain access to our FAQ and support form. A representative will contact you regarding your needs.

Get Help

Our Sponsors

Sponsorship Opportunities

Access your target audience – become a sponsor

Are you interested in becoming a sponsor? Click the button above for more details.

Register to attend the 37th Annual Business Expo Today!

Stay connected to get the latest updates.

Instagram Facebook-f Twitter Linkedin-in