The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) has announced a special award to the Michigan Minority Business Enterprise Center (MMBEC) to increase minority business access to contracting opportunities through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).
In Michigan, this translates into grants in several key areas: economic development, education and research, energy, environment, human services, infrastructure, jobs and job training, public safety, technology and vibrant communities.
MMBEC is one of seven minority business centers across the country to receive a grant to increase minority business access to the ARRA contracting opportunities. "Minority-owned firms play a significant role in the nation's economic growth," MBDA national director David Hinson said.
"The ARRA award is a huge opportunity to foster access for our well deserved minority businesses that have worked to create and sustain wealth in our local community," added Ken Harris, MMSDC director of minority business development.
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