Representatives of more than 125 companies from ten regional states are expected to attend the 2013 Business Opportunity Fair, presented by the Tri-State Minority Supplier Development Council (TSMSDC). July 30-31. 2013 marks the 31st year for annual TSMSDC event, which facilitates connections between certified minority business enterprises (MBEs) and purchasing and procurement managers from major corporations. The TSMSDC 2013 Business Opportunity Fair will be held at the Galt House Hotel.
The 2013 Business Opportunity Fair follows a “Tri-State Proud” theme, with a focus on the success and achievement possible through hard work and dedication. Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America and Zycron, Inc. will serve as Title Sponsors of the 2013 Business Opportunity Fair.
“This important annual event offers a productive forum for MBEs and purchasing managers to discuss tangible business opportunities in our region,” says Suzanne Ruark, Director of marketing & Events. “Business Opportunity Fair attendees can expect to be inspired by presentations by nationally-renowned speakers, attend top-quality workshop sessions and nurture meaningful business relationships at our trade show.”
The 2013 Business Opportunity Fair begins with an Opening Reception the evening of July 30. Activities on July 31 include workshop sessions, a luncheon and the trade show. Online registration is now open through the TSMSDC website, www.tsmsdc.com, with discounted pricing available through July17.
TSMSDC 2013 Business Opportunity Fair – Event Schedule
July 30 – Opening Reception: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: The Waterford Room, Revu Tower 23rd Floor, The Galt House
Great food, lively networking and entertainment
July 31 – Workshop Sessions, Luncheon and Trade Show: 8:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Grand Ballrooms, Suite Tower 2nd Floor, The Galt House
Workshop Sessions – TBD
Luncheon Keynote Speaker: Eric Ellis, President & CEO, Integrity Development Corporation
“Succeeding at Diversity Conversations”
Trade Show: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Exhibitors include: LG&E and KU Energy LLC., Honda of America, Kentucky Community and Technical College System, UPS, the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Humana, Kroger, Raytheon, PNC Bank, the University of Kentucky, the Bluegrass Airport, the University of Louisville, BB&T, Horseshoe Southern Indiana, Fayette County and Jefferson County Public Schools, Louisville Metro Government, Kellogg and others.
