Director, Capital Readiness
CurrentThe Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council (CRMSDC) is the operator of U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Business Center for the Commonwealth of Virginia. On August 4, 2023, Vice President Kamala Harris announced that CRMSDC was one of 43 recipients out of 1,000 applicants to receive the Capital Readiness Program (CRP) grant, awarding $3M to advance capital access for socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (SEDIs).The Capital Readiness Program (CRP), a groundbreaking initiative under the American Rescue Plan, is dedicated to empowering small businesses through targeted support, resources, and training. It aims to foster entrepreneurship, create jobs, and enhance economic resilience in high-growth industries.