From the Director | Celebrating Juneteenth |
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This month we celebrate Juneteenth as a federal holiday for the first time. I attended community events and business celebrations around the region.
During the month we celebrated the grand opening of the newest retail location for one of our longstanding clients, April Richardson. We attended the Ribbon Cutting for a new branch of the African American Owned Harbor Bank of Maryland. Spent the day in Washington at the 31st Annual Federal Procurement Fair and hosted a panel on diversity and inclusion for the Maryland Manufacturing Extension Partnership.
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I encourage you to read the newsletter this month to learn more about what we are doing and how we are supporting the minority manufacturing ecosystem. |
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N. Scott Phillips
Director
Mid-Atlantic Region MBDA
Advanced Manufacturing Center -Baltimore
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Anthony Robinson, Business Consultant
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Anthony W. Robinson has been an integral member of the MBDA Advanced Manufacturing Center team for seven years. His experience as the President of the Minority Business Legal Defense and Education Fund (MBELDEF) for over twenty five years has benefited MBDA Clients. He leverages his knowledge and industry relationships to provide opportunities for minority manufacturers. We encourage you to reach out to arobinson@baltimorembda.com for his assistance. |
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MiHUB CoOp is accepting applications for membership. Contact Mark Lawrence for information.
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The MiHUB Cooperative is a member owned and operated entity committed to supporting the shared growth and development of minority manufactures and their communities. Our facility is located in Baltimore at 1100 Wicomico Street. We are co-located with our strategic partner Harbor Design. We provide shared services to include product design, marketing, financing, and administrative support. The self-sustaining co-op leverages member and stakeholder investments to develop systems and infrastructure to support core operations. |
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The Manufacturing Innovation Hub Cooperative (MiHUB) is located in Baltimore but serves minority manufacturers worldwide. We exist to connect the ecosystem between minority manufacturers and innovation to ensure that the manufacturing industry is diverse to continue to accelerate, grow, and thrive.
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Manufacturing Workforce Innovation Conference: Advancing Racial and Ethnic Equity in the Workplace- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. |
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On June 8, 2022, the Maryland MEP presented the Manufacturing Workforce Innovation Conference. Our director moderated a session entitled Advancing Racial and Ethnic Equity in the Workplace. Joining Scott on the panel was our client, April Richardson, Managing Member of Food Opportunity Network and Andrew Sherman, Owner and CEO of American Bully Manufacturing. It was a candid conversation about diversity and inclusion in manufacturing. I encourage our readers to view a few excerpts from the event.
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Minority Business Development Agency -AMC at the 31st Government Procurement Conference. |
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The Mid-Atlantic MBDA AMC attended the 31st Government Procurement Conference on Thursday June 16 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
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GRAND OPENING!! Ninety Ten by DC SWEET POTATO CAKE . |
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We are so proud of our client, April N. Richardson on her grand opening of "Ninety Ten" by DC Sweet Potato Cake on June 28, 2022. The new location is located 925 17th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20006. The shop which provides the great "Delectable Cakes" the brand is known for. This downtown DC retail shop is available for private bookings and special events on Friday and Saturday evenings. You can Visit the website to learn more. |
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Business Breakfast hosted by Mayor's Office of SMWB in Partnership with J.P. Morgan Chase. |
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A Business Breakfast hosted by the Mayor’s Office of Small, Minority and Women Business in Partnership with J. P. Morgan Chase was held on Thursday June 23. The J.P. Morgan Chase Advancing Cities Initiative event featured:
Brandon M. Scott, Mayor, City of Baltimore
Ted Carter, Deputy Mayor for Community and Economic Development
Alfonso Pearson Jr., Vice President Community Manager Greater Baltimore Market, J.P. Morgan Chase
Beth Hehir, Vice President, Sr. Business Consultant, J.P. Morgan Chase
Hans Petit-Homme, Vice President, Sr. Business Consultant, J.P. Morgan Chase
Bree Jones, Founder and CEO, Parity Homes
Jordan Warren, Vice President, ADP District Manager Baltimore
Michael Wood, Founder and CEO, Michael Wood Consulting
Paul E. Taylor, Director, Mayor’s Office of Small, Minority and Women Business
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Specialized Programs for
Manufacturers & Government Contractors
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The Manufacturing Extension Partnership Program (MEP) provides companies with services and access to public and private resources to enhance growth, improve productivity, reduce costs, and expand capacity. Get information on MEP in your state.
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Center Partnering Organizations Highlight |
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Driven from within the startup community and led by/for entrepreneurs, Startup Maryland is peer-driven and focused on high-growth ventures. Forged on the themes spawned by national initiatives, Startup Maryland strives to connect innovation communities.
We recognize the importance of founding-entrepreneurs, startup, ramp-up and speedup companies to the innovation economy. Startup Maryland rallies entrepreneurs, supporters and other innovation stakeholders around four main mission themes: Celebration | Coaching | Curation | Capital
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Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC |
Who is Cynthia Johnson?
Cynthia Johnson is the Founder & CEO of Cindy J Cosmetic Labs, LLC. She is a cosmetic chemist with years of experience in the cosmetic science industry. Cynthia Johnson earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from The Lincoln University. She holds a Master of Science Degree in Cosmetic Science from the University of Cincinnati. She started her own formulation laboratory for Cosmetic business owners who want to start their own line of products like Hair Care, Skin Care, Men’s Care, Baby Care, and Bath & Body Care. Cynthia Johnson is also the 2022 Chair of the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists.
What services does Cindy J cosmetic lab offer?
We offer custom cosmetic formulation services with resources to brand, marketing, regulatory and manufacturing specialists. We focus on delivering products that will benefit the customer and the target market. We plan to provide effective formulations and establish consumer understanding.
How do we stay in touch and learn more about Cindy J Cosmetic Labs?
Follow us on Facebook, linkedIn and Instagram: @CindyJlabs
Give us a call: 443-474-5333
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Maryland Manufacturing Innovation 2022 Conferences | Maryland Manufacturing Extension Partnership | October 6, 2022 | Maryland | Register
DC Sweet Potato Cake opened its flagship bakery cafe in DC! | June 28, 2022 l 10 AM – July 2nd 9:00 PM EDT l DC Sweet Potato Cake 925 17th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20006 Register
Super Matchmaker Conference 2022 l June 29, 2022 l 9am-2pm EST l Register
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PLUS | Visit Baltimore City SourceLink
Events, services, resources, more for small businesses operating in Baltimore City.
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SourceLink is hosted by our Center's operator, the Baltimore City Mayor's Office of Small, Minority and Women Business Development.
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NATIONAL, REGIONAL & STATE
COVID-19 NOTICE, RESOURCE, SERVICE LINKS
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