We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
a community partner
Business Diversity Institute (BDI) has been a community partner in providing enhanced education, agency and corporate collaboration and contracting opportunities to regional small businesses for over 20 years.
179
Businesses Served
in 2023
4250
Hours of training
in 2023
210+
Diversity Practitioners
Engaged in 2023
Our mission statement underwent a transformative update to better reflect our commitment to fostering a more inclusive business landscape. Our renewed commitment to focus on economic growth and fostering inclusion for all small and diverse businesses signifies our dedication to a broader and more comprehensive approach. By emphasizing education and collaboration among small businesses, business inclusion practitioners, and public and private organizations, we aim to create a more interconnected and resilient ecosystem that uplifts businesses from various backgrounds. This change underscores our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, promoting economic empowerment for a wider spectrum of enterprises and contributing to a thriving and inclusive business community.
Kimberly Sutton, BDI Board Chair
Passionate – Dedicated – Diverse
Meet Our Board of Directors
BDI is managed on a volunteer basis and includes representatives from the federal, state, and local government agencies
as well as large corporate partner companies, and local small businesses.
Friends of BDI
There are many ways to support BDI’s work. If you are a person who wants to contribute, but cannot make the full commitment of joining the Board of Directors,
Friends of BDI may be right for you. » Learn More about FRIENDS OF BDI
