Business Diversity Connect

Wednesday September 18, 2024

@ 9:00 am

QEII Centre, Greater London, United Kingdom, SW1P 3EE

The eagerly awaited MSDUK’s flagship conference is back, this year, MSDUK & ESDP Business Diversity Connect 2024 will bring together ethnic minority businesses (EMBs), sourcing buyers, and supplier diversity professionals from both the UK and Europe. An occasion to connect, learn and cultivate prosperous partnerships that you can’t miss! 

Why should I attend the MSDUK & ESDP Business Diversity Connect 2024?

Our event celebrates the success of the UK & European EMBs, the achievements and commitment of our corporate members and promotes the importance of inclusive procurement. Over 300 high-growth and innovative EMBs along with global corporate executives are expected to participate while establishing fruitful connections and engaging in business ventures.

Here are the highlights of the MSDUK & ESDP Business Diversity Connect 2024’s agenda:

DAY 1 (18/09/2024) 

Knowledge Forum Panel Sessions & Fire-side chat: Insightful discussion on Tier-2 programs, keynote presentations, and interactive sessions led by thought leaders, industry experts, and entrepreneurs.

Innovation Challenge Finals and Awards: Witness 12 finalists pitching and be part of the excitement as the Overall Winner and 4 Category Winners is announced.

Corporate Roundtables: Large corporations will discuss their supplier diversity journey and procurement processes providing EMBs with valuable insights for better understanding their procurement needs.

DAY 2 (19/09/2024) 

Business Show: A diverse showcase of corporate partners and EMBs, where valuable connections will be made, and new possibilities will occur accelerating business growth.

Business Awards: The evening is to celebrate the achievements and commitment of our corporate members to building diverse and inclusive supply chains; and to recognise the most inspiring diverse businesses in the UK and Europe.

“Without MSDUK it would probably be a lot harder in terms of business-to-business sales functions because MSDUK gave us access to get our first client, Enterprise Rent-a-Car and from there we were able to snowball.”

Julie Chen

FOUNDER & CEO
THE CHEEKY PANDA

An Introduction to MSDUK.

“The MSDUK Innovation Challenge not only helped me personally; but included Kapsule in a supportive community. In that community we found our assumptions challenged, ideas stress tested, and received invaluable advice. That’s the power of #Diversity!”

David Chen

Co-CEO
KAPSULE

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Name: Business Diversity Connect
Start: 2024-09-18T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2024-09-19T23:00:00+00:00
Location: QEII Centre, Greater London, United Kingdom, SW1P 3EE

Since 2006, we have been at the forefront of driving the supplier diversity movement in the UK. Align with organisations dedicated to supplier diversity and become a part of the MSDUK community. As a member, you will connect with a network of corporate leaders who, are committed to empowering ethnic minority businesses. The companies below represent just a glimpse of our extensive corporate network.