Joining GMSDC involves a simple three-step process.

1. Completing the Corporate or MBE Application

2. Submitting your application for review and processing to the GMSDC Certification Department

3. Board Approval and Welcome!

New MBE Certification
Certification procedures are lengthy, and may take between 60 to 90 days to complete once all documents necessary are provided. If the documentation does not meet our requirements, your company will be contacted. First complete the MBE Certification application and forward to GMSDC office.

Second review frequently asked question on completing the MBE Certification Application by visiting FAQ section.

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Criteria

1. Company must be owned by either Black, Asian-Indian, Hispanic, Native American or Asian-Pacific

2. Your company must be owned and operated by no less than 51 percent U.S. citizens

3. The minority owners must have control, be active in management and daily business operations

Fees

• $150.00 Application (one time, non-refundable)

• $350.00 Annual Certification Fee (upon approval)

*Benefits of MBE Certification click here.

MBE Reciprocal Services
The GMSDC reciprocal services is an annual process that must be started at your home council. We recommend this process start no later than 60 to 90 days prior to your certification expiration. By coordinating the processes, we can ensure your GMSDC reciprocal recertification is timely. (The expiration of the GMSDC reciprocal certification now matches your home council expiration. The Reciprocal Certification is not considered "Recertification". Complete the reciprocal application forward to GMSDC office)

Fees

• $350.00 Annual Reciprocal Services Fee

MBE Recertification & MBISYS Form
Certified MBE shall make an application for renewal of certification on the appropriate forms at least 60 to 90 days prior to the certification expiration date (on your certificate). Certification may be terminated if application for renewal and all required documentation is not received within 60 to 90 days of the request or expiration of certification. Complete the recertification application and MBISYS form in its entirety and forward to GMSDC office. NOTE: Your MBE certification anniversary date is extremely important. Therefore, it is your responsibility to ensure you have your new certificate before your current one expires.

Fees

• $350.00 Annual Certification Fee

Corporate Membership

The GMSDC Local Corporate membership is done on an annual basis. The fees are:

• Regional Corporations $2,000.00

• Government Agencies and 501(c)3 Organizations $1000.00

Criteria

1. Participate in GMSDC activities

2. Have or establish a formal minority-purchasing program

3. Promote product and service capabilities of minority entrepreneurs