Edna GonzalezMBE Service SpecialistAbout Hi there! My name is Edna Gonzalez, and I am the MBE Service Specialist for the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council. My responsibility is processing new certification applications and recertifications. I work directly with potential MBEs to answer questions and ensure all requirements for certification are met. As the MBE Service Specialist, some…
Bessy BenegasCorporate Services SpecialistAbout Hello, my name is Bessy Banegas, and I am proud to serve as the Corporate Service Specialist for the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council. My role centers on fostering strong, impactful relationships between our corporate members and MBEs to enhance inclusion in contracting opportunities. I provide critical resources that support our corporate members…
Alexis GantMBE Program SpecialistAbout Hello, I’m Alexis Gant! As the MBE Program Specialist for the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council, I am thrilled to introduce myself and share my vision for driving impactful change. With a robust background in education, I have the expertise to foster adult-learning programs that lead to team success, and utilize data-driven strategies…
Lyric SmithExternal Projects & Data Analytics ManagerAbout The External Projects & Data Analytics Manager is responsible for grants and external facing technology and projects that create revenue streams and improve the organization’s engagement with corporate members, MBEs and strategic partner organizations. They manage the data analytics of HMSDC by utilizing big data and transforming it…
Brandon DavisDirector, MBE ServicesAbout The MBE Services Director is responsible for ensuring the recruitment and certification of minority business enterprises (MBEs) that meet the needs of corporate and government supply chains. Oversees the MBE orientation process to ensure MBEs are informed of HMSDC programs and that HMSDC is supporting their business needs. Direct your requests…
Antoine FergusonOperations ManagerAbout The Operations Manager is responsible for the Implementation of the Strategic Plans and the Operational Efficiency of the HMSDC. They manage technology, key performance indicators and projects that improve the organization’s ability to operate effectively and efficiently. They also track, monitor and report project progress based on organization and committee performance. Direct…
Angela FreemanSr. Director, Corporate ServicesAbout Ms. Freeman is responsible for corporate membership recruitment and retention. She facilitates relationships between MBEs and corporate decision makers. She engages supplier diversity professionals to advocate for and advise how to incorporate supplier diversity into the buying and procurement process. Direct your requests in the following areas to the Sr.…
Ingrid RobinsonPresidentAbout Ms. Robinson has overall management responsibility for the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council. She is directly responsible for communicating and implementing the organization’s vision, mission and overall strategic direction. She oversees the administration, financial planning, human resources and organizational plans. Direct your requests in the following areas to the President: Advocacy Business Consortium…