Our Process

The Tennessee MBDA Business Center serves Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) with revenues in excess of $500,000, across the state of Tennessee. Firms considered MBEs include any firm that is majority owned and operated by an African American, Asian American, Hispanic, Native American, or Pacific Islander (51% majority).

The Center will provide management and technical assistance to support business development and capacity building for clients via a tailored approach to impact business growth.

01

Outreach

Scheduled outreach events allow the Tennessee MBDA Business Center to introduce ourselves and the support we offer.

02

Client Intake

This is done by completing a client intake form, which is located at the bottom of this page. Once received, a business specialist will contact you.

03

Access

  • Meet with client in their office, via teams or phone call.
  • Industry Report is given to the client when the meeting begins.
  • Client is onboarded to Growth Wheel with a 30-60-90 Day Plan.

04

Connect

Client is sent pertinent Bids, MBDA Link Tree and is reminded of new opportunities posted on the Link Tree.

05

Follow-Up

  • Evaluate or Reassess resource connections
  • Engage in Training/Events
OUR APPROACH

We are focused on providing tailored solutions to your business needs