# Event Details - **Event Name**: North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am – Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us at the 2026 Business Growth Summit to network, learn, and boost your biz in person!About this EventBusiness Growth Summit 2026 —The Next Chapter Starts Here.One day. One room. Endless opportunity.On July 21, 2026, the Business Growth Summit takes over Target Plaza Commons in Minneapolis for a high-impact day built to turn introductions into contracts and ideas into growth. Hosted by NCMSDC, this is the premier gathering where suppliers and corporate procurement leaders come together to forge real partnerships.Get ready for a powerhouse lineup:Breakfast keynote/fireside chat with Don Cravins, NMSDC President/CEOExpert-Led Breakout - Dedicated track for suppliers and corporate procurement professionals.Roundtable Sessions - Curated roundtable introductions between buyers and suppliers.Networking - Open networking time to connect with corporate partners and suppliers.Closing Reception - Celebrate the wins and keep the conversations flowing.Whether you're a supplier ready to scale, or a corporate leader serious about building a stronger supplier pipeline, this is the room you need to be in.Seats are limited. Pre-registration required — secure yours today.Agenda?: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AMRegistration & Networking Breakfast?: 09:00 AMWelcome/Opening Remarks & Annual MeetingHost: Natalie McGrady, Board ChairInfo: Main Floor — NCMSDC welcome · presenting sponsor remarks · frame the day's theme: The Next Chapter Starts Here?: 09:20 AMFireside Chat with Donald Cravins, Jr., Esq. — The Next Chapter Starts HereHost: Donald Cravins, Jr., Esq.Info: Donald Cravins, President & CEO, NMSDC, participates in a moderated fireside conversation with a corporate executive discussing the national landscape, business case that's still winning, and where NMSDC is leading in the current environment. This session will be moderated by Brad Pomerleau, Vice President, Procurement for Target.?: 10:15 AMNetworking Break?: 10:30 AMWhat's Actually Happening in Washington: Fed. Contracting/Supplier DevelopmentHost: Nigel StephensInfo: Single consolidated session for both small businesses and corporate supplier development teams. Plain-language read on federal procurement shifts, Capitol Hill activity, and what both sides need to know right now. Speaker: Nigel Stephens, Phoenix Strategies Group.?: 11:45 AMTransition & Networking?: 12:00 PMLunch Panel — The Next Chapter Is Already Being WrittenHost: Natalie McGrady, ModeratorInfo: This discussion explores how organizations are navigating an increasingly complex and uncertain business environment through agility, innovation, and digital transformation. Panelists discuss the importance of building strong, diverse supplier networks, leveraging emerging technologies, and creating strategies that support long-term growth and competitiveness. As industries continue to evolve, organizations that embrace change, invest in technology, and foster collaborative partnerships are better positioned to capitalize on opportunities, address challenges, and lead in a rapidly changing marketplace. Panelists to be announced.?: 01:00 PMTransition & Networking Break?: 01:15 PMGoing Beyond the PitchInfo: A thoughtful discussion on future-focused best practices on how suppliers and clients can leverage strategic conversations to enhance relationship-building opportunities to go "beyond the pitch".?: 02:30 PMNetworking Break?: 02:45 PMNext Chapter RoundtablesInfo: Continue the conversation through facilitated, industry-focused roundtables led by corporate and MBE leaders. Participants rotate between tables every 15–20 minutes, engaging in discussions on trends, opportunities, challenges, and partnerships across industries. Guided conversation prompts help attendees apply insights from the Strategic Conversations session while building strong business connections.?: 04:00 PMClosing Plenary — What I'm Taking Into the Next ChapterHost: Armetha Pihlstrom, Moderator, Pihlstrom Consulting GroupInfo: Small business owners share their learnings and next-chapter growth, mixing indirect services and retail products on the same stage, and pairing recently certified businesses with longtime certified veterans. Closes with each attendee writing their own one-line next chapter commitment on a card to take home.?: 05:30 PMReception & Happy HourInfo: LaSalle Club (across the street from Target) — Offsite reception & happy hour (cash bar) · open networking · sponsor recognition - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minneapolis/north-central-minority-supplier-development-council-business-growth-summit/100001987624076117 - **Event Categories**: business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 18+ - door_time: 2026-07-21T13:00:00Z - Duration: 9 hours - Location: Target Plaza Commons - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 15000, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Minneapolis - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: Target Plaza Commons - **lat**: 44.9736741 - **long**: -93.2746165 - **full address**: Target Plaza Commons, 1001 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/d6d7e168bd8ca9ec18ff5e5b347d927737468503b1554e6717b6849e1216e4cd-rimg-w1200-h365-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1778806151 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit being held? - **A:** North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit takes place on Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 am to Tue, 21 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Target Plaza Commons, 1001 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit? - **A:** North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit is strictly for guests aged 18 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 18 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit? - **A:** North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit is organized by NCMSDC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** North Central Minority Supplier Development Council- Business Growth Summit is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Minneapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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