For Partners
Let's champion inclusive growth together
MSDUK partners with a range of organisations, including universities, accelerators, policy makers, advocacy groups and business support networks, to drive meaningful change in inclusive procurement. Together we are stronger!
The Strategic Case
Why partner with MSDUK
We work with organisations that are committed to inclusive procurement and creating meaningful economic opportunity. Together, we share best practice, drive progress, and create lasting impact.
Our partners are more than supporters. They are strategic collaborators who share our vision and values, champion fair access and sustainable growth, and play an active role in strengthening the communities we serve.
Meaningful exposure
Reach and connect with SMEs, corporate businesses and large public sector bodies, actively engaged in inclusive procurement across the UK.
Thought leadership
Co-create research projects, white papers and policy contributions that shape the national conversation on inclusive procurement.
Clear value exchange
Engage in strategic partnerships built on shared goals, co-designed programmes, and tangible outcomes for both organisations.
What Partnership Looks Like
Partnership in Action
Co-delivered programmes
Jointly designed and delivered development programmes that combine our network expertise with your organisational strengths.
E.g., Minority Business Matters programme with Heart of the CityJoint events
Co-hosted networking events, summits, and roundtables that bring together SMEs, corporates, public sector bodies and policy leaders.
E.g., SME supplier engagement events, jointly with London Anchor Institutions' NetworkResearch & thought leadership
Academic partnerships, white papers, and policy contributions that drive the evidence base for inclusive procurement.
E.g., collaboration with Aston University Centre for Research in Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME)Cross-promotion & internships
Shared visibility across our channels, community engagement opportunities, and strategic internship pipelines.
E.g., collaboration with Digital Catapult's Black Founders Programme“Aston University Centre for Research into Ethnic Minority Entrepreneurship (CREME) has been a proud partner of MSDUK for many years. This vital connection gives our academic work a practical, real-world application and helps us amplify its reach in ways we couldn’t have achieved alone.”
Professor Monder Ram OBE, Centre Director, CREME
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Our Partners
We work with
A curated selection of our current partner organisations.
Evidence
Our Latest Impact Report
As MSDUK marks 20 years of championing entrepreneurial excellence and economic inclusion, we are proud to publish our latest Social Impact Report. The report highlights the outcomes delivered by SMEs across our network, from securing and delivering quality projects to creating social value within their communities.
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Our business engagement team will be in touch to explore how we can work together. We particularly welcome enquiries from universities, accelerators, policy makers, charities, advocacy networks, and community groups.
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