DESA Awarded South Carolina MBDA Business Center

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(Columbia, SC) – U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) recently extended an award to DESA, Inc. to operate South Carolina MBDA Business Center. This award allows DESA to provide technical assistance and support in access to capital and contracting opportunities to MBEs (minority business enterprises) in South Carolina.

Through this public-private partnership, DESA will serve businesses from across South Carolina with at least 51% minority ownership, at least $500,000 in annual revenues, are involved in high-growth industries, and/or have demonstrated rapid growth potential.

This award marks DESA’s 36-year commitment to the growth and development of MBEs through federal contracting. Project Director, Camille Shaw said, “It is an honor to serve minority businesses. They are key to generational wealth and building stronger communities.”

This award to DESA and five other new business centers delivers on the Biden Administration’s mission to expand access to capital and procurement opportunities for America’s minority business enterprises (MBEs). Expanding MBDA’s footprint is critical to the Agency’s mandate under the Minority Business Development Act of 2021, which seeks to expand MBDA’s influence and reach to support the nation’s 9.7 million minority-owned businesses.

Donald Cravins, Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development, said “To give minority-owned businesses the tools they need to succeed, we must meet people where they are. The greatest obstacle facing minority-owned businesses is access—access to capital, access to contracts, and access to markets. Strengthening MBDA’s existing business centers and expanding our footprint is critical to breaking down those barriers.

Businesses interested in learning more about the Center should call 803-743-1152 or email info@desainc.com.

Michael Bailey, a trailblazer in the field of photojournalism and a profound political writer, possesses the exceptional ability to distill complex political issues into accessible narratives that resonate with readers of all backgrounds. As the vanguard of the editorial team, Michael not only serves as a new media correspondent but also showcases his distinct talent as a photojournalist. His portfolio is a testament to his expertise in crafting news stories and intimate profiles that vividly portray the cultural, social, economic, and political journeys of minorities, both in South Carolina and beyond. With a rich tapestry of experience spanning media, business, and politics, Michael has emerged as a highly regarded voice and a sought-after commentator, offering invaluable insights into the challenges faced by people of color.

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