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News Flash! December, 2003
• SLMBC Wins National BCF Star
Award
• David Steward To Introduce New Book At Seminar
• Join Us At The Annual Meeting & Holiday Reception
• New Council Board Member Announced
• Take A Year-End Assessment Of Your Business
• Update Your Contact Information
• Recertify To Maintain Your MBE Benefits
• Stay Connected And Volunteer In 2004
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SLMBC Wins National
BCF Star Award
The St. Louis Minority Business Council (SLMBC) was the only recipient among 39 councils to receive the Business Consortium Fund (BCF) Star Award at the recent National Minority Supplier Development Council conference in Chicago. The BCF provides access to capital and financial services to minority businesses including loan guarantees and financing to certified MBEs up to $750,000.
The BCF recognized the SLMBC for its innovative program development and integration of BCF services into the Council's existing loan programs. The Council exposes members and affiliates to the benefits of the BCF and also acts as an information resource to MBEs on financial issues such as cash flow, financing options and financial management. The bottom line: the SLBMC has found innovative ways to make funding and financial services available for qualified MBEs.
For more information about MBE financial services,
call Larry Dill at the SLMBC,
314-241-1143.
David Steward To Introduce
New Book At Educational Seminar
David Steward, founder and chairman of World Wide Technology, Inc., will discuss his new book at the Council's Education Series Seminar Wednesday, December 10, 2003. The seminar will be at Harris Stowe State College in the Telecommunity Room in the Library building. A reception will begin at 8:30 am followed by the program at 9:00.
"DOING BUSINESS BY THE GOOD BOOK, Fifty-two Lessons on Success, Straight from the Bible," by Steward and Robert L. Shook, is scheduled for publication by Hyperion, a division of Disney, in March 2004. The forward is written by former President George H. Bush.
For a first-hand preview of this exciting new book, RSVP to Valerie at 314-241-1143 or email at vshelton@slmbc.org.
Annual Meeting & Holiday Reception
Mark your calendar for Wednesday, December 17th for our Annual Meeting and Holiday Reception at Powell Symphony Hall. The festivities are from 5:30 - 7:30 pm, so plan now to join us. RSVP to Valerie at 314-241-1143 or email at vshelton@slmbc.org.
Tony Trupiano, Network Vice President of Material Management for SSM Health Care -St. Louis, is the newest board member of the St. Louis Minority Business Council. Trupiano oversees supply chain activities for the St. Louis region of SSM Health Care, which includes seven hospitals, 14 outpatient facilities and 130 physician practices. Trupiano has been with SSM Health Care for more than 22 years.
Take A Year-End Assessment
Of Your Business
Now is the time to evaluate your business as you develop plans for next year. The Council's state-of-the-art, online assessment tool is designed to help MBEs grow their business.
By answering questions easily and efficiently online, business owners will immediately receive a score from 1 to 10 in various categories that we call Critical Success Factors. These success factors include all areas of business from strategic planning and leadership skills to marketing and finance. Based on the results, the Council can recommend targeted training and education programs to improve specific areas.
To assess for success, log onto: www.slmbeSUCCESS.com
For more information, call the Council at 314-241-1143.
Update Your Contact Information
Please let us know about any changes to your address, telephone number, e-mail address, website or restructuring of your company. We're here to serve you. If we don't have your current information, you could be missing some great opportunities.
It's time to recertify your business for 2004. Look for your recertification application in the mail coming soon and send it back right away to continue all the benefits the Council has to offer including certified MBE business connections, educational opportunities and funding programs. Re-join now to give your business a boost!
Stay in the know and stay connected to the Council. We are seeking MBEs to volunteer on committees for the following activities in 2004:
o Business Opportunity Fair
o Golf Tournament
o Excellence Awards
To join these fun committees, call Barbara at 314-241-1143 or email at bagibson@slmbc.org.
Happy Holidays And Best Wishes For A Prosperous New Year
From All Of Us At The Council