The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) will host its 2026 Annual Conference & Exchange October 25–28 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015. The conference runs from 8:00 a.m. on October 25 through 4:00 p.m. on October 28.
Now in its fifth decade, the NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange is the premier gathering for minority business enterprises (MBEs), corporate members, and supplier diversity professionals. Four days of inspirational and innovative programming are designed to give attendees the access, knowledge, skills, and relationships needed to succeed and grow in today's competitive marketplace.
The conference brings together thousands of certified MBEs and Fortune 500 corporate members for matchmaking sessions, educational workshops, keynote addresses, and networking events. Attendees gain direct access to procurement decision-makers, explore new contract opportunities, and build the relationships that drive long-term business growth.
NMSDC's Annual Conference is a cornerstone event for the multicultural business community. The organization's network spans 23 regional affiliate councils and connects more than 12,000 certified minority-owned businesses with hundreds of corporate members committed to supplier diversity.
The 2026 conference theme and full programming details will be announced in the coming months. Based on prior years, attendees can expect signature programming including the Minority Business Economic Forum, matchmaking exchanges, the MBE of the Year Awards, and a robust expo floor featuring corporate sponsors and MBE exhibitors.
Los Angeles is a fitting host city — home to one of the most diverse business communities in the nation and a major hub for minority entrepreneurship across industries including entertainment, technology, healthcare, and logistics.
Registration and hotel information will be available at nmsdc.org. For sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, contact NMSDC at (212) 944-2430 or visit nmsdc.org/join/support/sponsor.