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Stan Sena, President & CEO
Colleen Brave Honomichl
Director of Operations
Julian Montano
Administrative
Assistant
In Touch:
Belinda Hooks
PromoLinks LLC
Managing Editor/Contributor
(Pictured below)
Kathryn Rae
Design to Market
Publisher
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Meet the 2010 Rocky Mountain
MSDC Board of Directors
Tamela Lee (Chair)
Director
Small Business Opportunity Division
City and County of Denver
Denver, CO
Murugan Palani (Vice Chair)
Manager, Supplier Diversity
Xcel Energy
Denver, CO
Robert Gonzales (Treasurer)
Plant Engineering Manager
United Parcel Services
Commerce City, CO
Nancy Gardner (Secretary)
Small Business Development Liaison
National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
Golden, CO
Laurie Billeter
Supplier Diversity Administrator
Denver Water
Denver, CO
Jared Casey
President
Faison Office Products, LLC
Aurora, CO
Denise Coley
Director Global Supplier Diversity Business Development
Cisco Systems, Inc.
San Jose, CA
Bill Dempsey
Director, Strategic Sourcing
MillerCoors
Golden, CO
Warren Elbeck
Supplier Diversity Program Manager
Raytheon
Aurora, CO
Jasmin Espy (MBEIC Chair)
President & CEO
Summit Staffing
Denver, CO
Belinda Hooks (MBEIC Vice Chair)
President
PromoLinks, LLC
Littleton, CO
Loretta Lovell
Director of Procurement Services & Special Projects
Denver Housing Authority
Denver, CO
Randy McCall
Community Development Banking Manager
Key Bank
Denver, CO
John McGuire
VP, Chief Procurement Officer
Qwest Communications
Denver, CO
Pat Roybal
Supplier Diversity Administrator
Lockheed Martin Space Systems
Littleton, CO
Ken Robbins
Sr. Vice President / Operations Manager
W H Pacific, Inc.
Denver, CO
James F. Sato (MBEIC Past Chair)
President
J.F. Sato & Associates, Inc.
Littleton, CO
Faye Tate
Vice President Diversity
CH2MHill Companies
Englewood, CO
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MBEIC
Committee
Members
Jasmin Espy
(Chair) Summit Staffing
Belinda Hooks (Vice Chair)
PromoLinks LLC
Faison Office Products LLC
Walker Fleming
(MBE Co-Chair of Contracts Committee)
Axxess Connect
Belinda Hooks
(Chair of Communications and Outreach Committee)
PromoLinks LLC
Jairo D. Barsallo
Die Cut Technologies
Jeannie Davis
Now Hear This, Inc.
Martinez & Hromada Associates Inc.
Massie Commercial Real Estate Services, Inc.
Kenneth Robbins
WH Pacific, Inc.
Joseph Serna
DAWA Enterprises
Miriam Smith
Paridae Enterprises, LLC
Les Townsend
The Townsend Management Group
The Purpose of the Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee
The Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee (MBE Input Committee) is a group of certified minority business enterprise representatives. The MBE Input Committee works in conjunction with the President, staff and Board of Directors of the Rocky Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council (Rocky Mountain MSDC) to provide advice and input regarding the programs and projects implemented by the Rocky Mountain MSDC so that those programs and projects are relevant and supportive of minority business development, consistent with the 501©(3) tax exempt status of the Rocky Mountain MSDC.
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New Certifications
Jan. - Feb.
2010
NG Mason Business Consulting
Colorado Accounting & Finance Services
Ark-Seal International
Burt Fleet Services, Inc.
Capstone, Inc.
XTM Solutions
Sam Taylor's Bar-B-Q
Maven Companies, Inc.
Zozo Group LLC
Heinrich Marketing, Inc.
Falletti Weber Consulting Group
Recertifications
Jan. - Feb.
2010
The Finishing Touch Jan. Serv.
Sir Speedy
T. Michael Installation
HCL Engineering & Surveying
Hood Charms, LLC
Trimble Nulan & Evans, P.C.
Now Hear This, Inc.
Unicor, LLC
All American Seasonings, Inc.
Summit Maintenance
Burt Automotive Network
Trillion Enterprises, Inc.
Jimenez Trucking LLC.
Albuquerque Printing Company
Kennedy Siteworks LLC
Reciprocals
Jan. - Feb. 2010 |
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TAJ Technologies, Inc.
SBM Site Services, LLC
Virtelligence, Inc.
Aquent, LLC
Urban Settlement Services, LLC
Custom Engineering, Inc.
RLJ Development, LLC
Damon S. Williams Associates
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A News Publication
Exciting opportunites for growth await you as an MBE Beneficiary/Constituent or Corporate Member of the Rocky Mountain MSDC. Learn about them all at our website: www.rmmsdc.org
Welcome to the February 2010 edition of In Touch brought to you by the Rocky Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council and the MBE Input Committee of the Rocky Mountain MSDC. We continue to bring you monthly news of events and connections.
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Message from The President & CEO
The Rocky Mountain MSDC Stan Sena
Denver, Colorado- In these times of economic challenge, Minority Business Enterprises need  to avail themselves of every opportunity to place their company's products and/services in the forefront for consideration by corporate American. In particular, the many Rocky Mountain MSDC-certified MBEs who wish to connect with our corporate members need to utilize all tools available to them to make their products and services known. Our corporate members want to work with our MBE constituents and there is no better way, other than through a face-to-face encounter, than to use our new ENHANCED CAPABILITY STATEMENT.
Pictured above: Stan Sena, right, with Mike Mora of the Minority Business Development Agency on Jan. 21, 2010, at National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Our new ENHANCED CAPABILITY STATEMENT will be available online as of February 19, 2010. It will be a simple online fill-in that each our our MBE constituents should complete and submit so that we can take the information and place it into a template that will then be categorized as to products/services.
This template that we will customize for each MBE who completes the online application will be readily available to our corporate members so that they can take advantage of our MBE's many offerings that will match their unique corporate needs. Our template, which will be created using a database with layout functions, will also be searchable.
Please see an example below of our ENHANCED CAPABILITY STATEMENT layout template below. One of our MBEs, Ron Hunter of TypeETC., has agreed to let us utilize this template to display his information. You can easily see how such a one-page template will interest corporations with its "at-a-glance" display of all pertinent information. We will, of course, take our MBE's individual logos and display them in the appropriate CAPABILITY STATEMENT.
We look forward to receiving for compilation all MBE capability statement data so that we can quickly, easily and with optimum effect match up our MBE constituents with our corporate members' needs.
The Rocky Mountain MSDC is committed to using the substantial resources of the Rocky Mountain MSDC to get our message out to both MBEs and corporations. All that we are exposed to in this MBE arena reinforces our understanding that our local and regional MBE constituents must adapt their capabilities and their manner of promoting their services and products. Their capability statements must be sophisticated and comprehensive -- we can work with MBEs in updating these important statements. In fact, it is our responsibility to work with MBEs to evolve and help them achieve optimum outreach to corporations.
that want and need to work with them in the Rocky Mountain Region."
Please look for information on our Home page of our website on February 19 about access to the ENHANCED CAPABILITY STATEMENT online form.
Regards,
Stan
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Letter from the Chair
(MBE Input Committee)
Jasmin Espy
Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee
 As I begin my two-year term as Chair of the MBE Input Committee, I want to thank the MBE Input Committee members for the confidence you've placed in me to serve as your chairperson. I appreciate your support and am excited about the opportunity to work closely with you over the next two years. We have a great legacy and foundation that we can build upon to further increase our role and value to the Rocky Mountain MSDC, our Corporate Members and fellow MBEs.
The Rocky Mountain MSDC's teme for this year, "Get Connected, Be Connected and Stay Connected" underscores the importance of connections and the value of relationships. As we know, relationships are fundamental in driving contracting opportunities for minority businesses. With your support, I'm optimistic that we can assist the Rocky Mountain MSDC in establishing new corporate relationships as well as enhancing existing alliances by demonstrating the economic value represented by minority businesses.
As a MBE Community, we have been resillient. We have survived and in some cases exceeded expectations in the face of declining corporate supplier diversity spending and programs. Our economic recovery during 2010 will not change this landscape. So we must press forward and look to increase our value proposition, expand our inventory of skills and ability to showcase our capabilitities effectively. Additionally, as Corporate America continues to respond to their economic recovery with cut-backs or additional off-shoring, we should look within our MBE Community to increase MBE-to-MBE partnerships as another resource for growth and sustainability.
My plans with the support of the MBE Input Committee include the following:
1. Grow the active participation of MBEs on the MBE Input Committee.
2. Increase the participation of more MBEs in the MBE Input Committee so that we can all benefit from even greater input from the strong MBEs certified by the Rocky Mountain MSDC.
3. Provide more opportunities to increase the skill level of all MBEs so we are seen as a valuable resource rather than merely as vendors.
4. Support the Rocky Mountain MSDC in identifying more ways to provide input to new and existing Corporate Members so they can increase utilization of MBEs - making use of the sevices and talents we have within our ranks.
5. Promote the brand of the Rocky Mountain MSDC in the market and the value of certification as a differentiator.
I welcome your thoughts and suggestions. Please feel free to call me at 303.671.6100 (work) or 720.201.9619 (cell).
Let's all look forward to a highly productive year of partnerships, progress and prosperity.
Jasmin T. Espy
Rocky Mountain MSDC
MBE Input Committee Chair |
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Workshop: Wed., Feb. 24, 2010
Tools for a Successful Business
 Presented by
Regina E. Edmondson
Regina E. Edmondson Financial
 Hosted by Denver Water
This workshop, presented by Regina E. Edmondson Financial Services (www.WealthConceptsLLC.com), will be of great value to Rocky Mountain MSDC-certified Minority Business Enterprises as they launch a new business or seek valuable tools to expand their existing businesses.
Event Info
February 24, 2010
9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Third Floor Board Room
Denver Water
1600 W. 12th Avenue
Denver, CO 80204-3412
Cost: Free to RMMSDC-certified MBEs and Corporate Members
Others: $15 at the door
Registration Closed 1:30 p.m., Feb. 23.
You have what it takes to build a successful business. Here is what it takes to protect this important asset:
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Create a plan to protect your business
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Protect your business from the unexpected death or disability of key employees or owner
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Protect your business in the event of divorce
You have built a great team. Here is what it takes to keep them on board:
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The ability to attract a quality workforce
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Improve productivity and loyalty of your employee
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The impact on your business with the loss of key members of your organization
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Cost effective ways to provide benefits
How is your business going to allow you to retire? What it takes to exit your business successfully:
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Long-term business succession planning
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Transition strategies
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Business and estate planning
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Events: Let the Opportunities Begin in Twenty-Ten!
We started the new year off by recognizing two long-time stalwart RMMSDC champions, Jim Sato and Larry Duran on January 7, 2010 at Cilantro Fusion Restaurant in downtown Denver.
Over 40 persons assembled to honor Jim and Larry for their many years of groundbreaking work within the Rocky Mountain MSDC. Les Townsend paid a moving tribute to Larry Duran, while Joseph Serna spoke eloquently about Jim Sato as a leader, mentor and friend.
Both Jim and Larry will continue to be involved with the Rocky Mountain MSDC as they contribute expert tips to new MBEs from their years of experience in establishing and nurturing successful Minority Business Enterprises.
The Rocky Mountain MSDC also celebrated the many opportunities in 2010 by continuing our ARRA seminars:
 ARRA Workshop, Part 2
January 20, 2010: Come Meet the Primes!Location: National Renewable Energy Laboratory
(including Denver Housing Authority, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Colorado Department of Transportation, DPR Construction, Inc., and RTD)
Nancy Gardner of NREL led the seminar's activities by describing current and upcoming opportunities and socioeconomic commitments for MBEs who wish to work with NREL. Stan Sena, President & CEO of the Rocky Mountain MSDC, and Mike Mora, Business Development Specialist, US Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency, introduced a series of 8 presenters from various prime contractors and agencies, including: Colorado Department of Transportation, Denver Housing Authority, NREL, RTD, DPR Construction, Hensel-Phelps Construction, and Moltz Construction. Each speaker described the optimum way to find and apply for opportunities with their respective agencies.
Scenes from Jan. 20 event held at NREL:
 ARRA Workshop, Part 3January 21, 2010
Location: The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration
12300 West Dakota Ave.
Lakewood, CO 80228
This workshop was hosted by Xcel Energy at the US Department of Trnsportation, Federal High Administration in Lakewood. Hector Martinez of Xcel Energy gave the opening comments and Mike Mora moderated the well-attended event. Presenters included Andra Hargrave of Global Sales Associates, Ken Knapp of the Colorado Procurement Technical Assistance Center, Mike Martinez of Solera National Bank, Carolyn Terrell of the US SBA, Darryl Bellamy, also of the SBA, Robert Martin, Lender Relations Specialist, Mike O'Donnell of the Front Range Regional Economic Development Cororation, and Cyle Prinster of the Colorado Eenterprise Fund. A wide array of topics included valuable information for minority businesses on the 504 fixed asset financial progam, the SBA's surety bond program guarantee program, short term lending programs, the SBA's 8(a) business development program, and the pros and cons of various certifications.
Look for news of upcoming ARRA seminars in the very near future.
Growth Through Partnership
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Location: The Colorado Convention Center (Denver)
Golf Outing
Friday, June 18, 2010
Location: Arrowhead
Business Opportunity Fair
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Location: The Colorado Convention Center (Denver)
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Current Activities of the Rocky Mountain MSDC's Standing Committees
The MBEIC currently has two standing committees. They are the Contracts Committee and the Communications and Outreach Committee. Other committees are formed on an as needed basis.
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The purpose of the Contracts Committee is to facilitate mutually beneficial contractual relationships between certified MBEs and corporate members of the Council. The Contracts Committee continues to identify and work on various goals. The committee has outlined the following five goals. They are as follows:
1) Complete work on a database matrix that captures information supplied to the Council regarding corporations, MBEs, current and potential customers to identify contract, RFP's, and other growth opportunities;
2) Work to ensure that the Access Opportunity Meetings have key decision makers from "hosting" corporation. Develop guidelines for the meetings to allow great participation and produce end results;
3) Identify MBEs (per industry or service group) who will be attending Access Opportunity meetings;
4) Utilize the MBE Communique to identify potential contract opportunities;
5) Distribute and include Capability Statement document to MBEs during the recertification, reciprocal or new certification process. Capability Statement will be made available on on-line and can be easily updated accordingly.
Further information about the Contracts Committee can be obtained from or directed to its MBE Co-Chairperson, Walker Fleming of Axxess Connect who can be reached at 866.820.5151.
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The purpose of the Communications and Outreach Committee is to develop, recommend and help implement strategies, programs, professional development workshops and seminars, MBE Survey, monthly MBE Communique and procedures to maintain effective communications with the Rocky Mountain MSDC's MBEs and corporate members. The committee is responsible for developing strategies to increase MBE certification and participation in the Rocky Mountain MSDC. Members to the committee are: Lily Poon (AdvenTech); Andra Hargrave (Global Sales Advisors); Ron Hunter (TypeEtc); Ellsworth Grant (EnviroFriendly Printing); and Kathryn Rae (Design to Market). Further information regarding the Communications and Outreach Committee, may be obtained from or directed to its Chairperson, Belinda Hooks of PromoLinks, LLC who can be reached at 303.979.3405.
The Communications and Outreach Committee has produced a unique and picturesque Rocky Mountain MSDC 12-month calendar, a brochure, and a Save the Date postcard to be distributed in January 2010. The committee is also working on the following deliverables: Run list for In Touch; MBE orientation, professional development topics, speakers, webinars, and community outreach efforts. This committee continues to support the Events Committee with marketing, news release, website updates, and more.
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Events Committee Formed:
The newly formed Rocky Mountain MSDC Events Committee met on December 10, 2009. Co-Chairpersons of the Events Committee will be Laurie Billeter of Denver Water and Tami Young of Adven-Tech. The committee will be responsible for three major events of the Rocky Mountain MSDC: Growth Through Partnership, the Golf Tournament and the Business Opportunity Fair. Further details to follow. |
Rocky Mountain MSDC's Minority Business Enterprises
Among Top 50 Diversity Owned Businesses in Colorado (2010),
as designated by DiversityBusiness.com
- North American Property Services, Inc.
- Image Projections, West, Inc.
- Arrow Technologies, LLC
- J F Sato and Associates, Inc.
- RTL Networks, Inc.
- DatamanUSA, LLC
- Trinity West Staffing Services dba Summit Staffing, Inc.
- Syntec Language Group, Inc.
- All Tech Janitorial Services, Inc.
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Our Mission
The mission of The Rocky Mountain Minority Supplier Development Council is to drive the growth of Minority Business Enterprises through business relationships with corporations, government entities, academic institutions, and others.
In alignment with our mission, The Rocky Mountain MSDC provides corporate America, government entities , academic institutions and others with greater access to the goods and services of minority-owned businesses, helping them develop lasting and mutually beneficial business relationships. The RMMSDC supports and develops minority-owned business enterprises in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, and New Mexico.
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If you're a minority business enterprise, you'll have the opportunity to expand your business prospects. By becoming a corporate member, you'll have access to the most diverse minority businesses, both in products and services provided. It's a win-win for everyone.
Whether you're a minority business enterprise (MBE) or a corporation, there are several reasons for joining our organization:
- Expanded business opportunities. Our minority businesses have secured billions of dollars in contracts from our member corporations. In fact, more than two-thirds of MBEs confirm an increase in revenues as a result of partnerships with corporate members.
- Local, regional and national referrals of minority businesses to member corporations.
- Exposure to leading national companies, and The Council corporate members throughout Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, and New Mexico.
- Participation in education programs and workshops.
- Opportunities to network with corporate members at various RMMSDC events and activities.
- Scholarship awards for CEOs of minority businesses to prestigious business schools in the country.
- Access to working capital loans.
- Opportunity to showcase or exhibit your products and services at RMMSDC's annual Minority Business Opportunity Day.
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