Join us for a virtual fireside chat with Henry Childs II, former National Director of the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) and current consultant for the Wisconsin MBDA Center, moderated by Lorenzo Bell. With his extensive experience and knowledge of minority business development at the federal level, Henry will provide an insider’s perspective on the current state of the MBDA amidst significant changes in policy and leadership.

This timely conversation will address:

• The impact of recent presidential executive orders, including the elimination of DEI initiatives, and their implications for minority business development.
• The MBDA’s evolving role under the new administration and what lies ahead for federal support of minority businesses.
• Opportunities and challenges for MBEs in navigating this new environment and strategies for success.

This session is a must-attend for minority businesses, corporate partners, and community leaders seeking to understand the shifting dynamics at the federal level and how they might affect MBEs and supplier diversity programs.