National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA)

NOMA, an increasing influential voice, promotes the quality and excellence of minority design professionals. There are NOMA Chapters in all parts of the country, increasing recognition on colleges and university campuses and providing greater access to government policy makers.

Mission Statement: NOMA, which thrives only when voluntary members contribute their time and resources, has as its mission the building of a strong national organization, strong chapters and strong members for the purpose of minimizing the effect of racism in our profession.

The BCA – Different Cultures One Direction

Founded in 1993, the Black Culinarian Alliance is a national organization of Foodservice and Hospitality Professionals. The BCA is a not- for-profit educational and networking organization devoted to the enhancement of professional and educational opportunities for blacks within the hospitality industry.

Mission Statement: To rectify the lack of exposure, awareness, and education that currently exists for blacks in the hospitality industry. The BCA's lifelong mission is to expand into a multi-cultural organization that will exemplify, emulate, and truly define cultural diversity, the worldly traveling of food, and the shaping of ethnic cuisine's.

Foodservice Institute Of America (FIA)

The FIA is a non-profit organization that develops, enhances and supports ideas for the betterment of the foodservice industry and the people who serve it. FIA is committed to advancement and professional development of its members through education, communication and collaboration.

Mission Statement: The Foodservice Institute of America serves as a new model for the foodservice industry through which every company and every individual in it can access resources that enable them to operate more efficiently, more cohesively, better connected and better prepared to embrace the future. 

National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH)

NSMH is the premier professional organization for minority hospitality students. We address diversity and multiculturalism, as well as the career development of our student members. With over one thousand members across the country, we continue to set the precedent for the future leaders on this industry.

Mission Statement: Educate in order to aid in the recruitment, retention, support and advancement of minority students in the hospitality industry.

Hispanic Hotel Owners Association

The HHOA was organized to serve as an indispensable resource to its members by offering educational programs and a business network that is designed to build an awareness of the opportunities (employment, procurement and development) that exists in the lodging industry and provide our members with the resources, support and information to assist him or her as a hotel developer, owner and operator.

Mission Statement: To increase opportunities for Hispanics to own, develop and operate hotels; as well as advance Hispanic-owned suppliers serving the hotel industry and increase management advancement opportunities within the lodging industry.

American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA)

Serving the hospitality industry for nearly a century, AH&LA is the sole national association representing all sectors and stakeholders in the lodging industry, including individual hotel property members, hotel companies, student and faculty members, and industry suppliers. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AH&LA provides members with national advocacy on Capitol Hill, public relations and image management, education, research and information, and other value-added services to provide bottom line savings and ensure a positive business climate for the lodging industry. Partner state associations provide local representation and additional cost-saving benefits to members.

National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers (NABHOOD)

When the first Multicultural Tourism Summit was held in 1997 in Fort Lauderdale, African-Americans involved in the hotel business saw a need for an organization to represent their interests. After two years of preparation, a meeting was held at an African American owned hotel just outside of Atlanta and an organization was formalized to begin the process of breaking the glass ceiling. NABHOOD is now a reality.

Mission Statement: To increase the number of African Americans in developing, managing, operating and owning hotel properties thereby creating jobs and wealth in the African American Community.

Historically Black College/University Network (HBCU)

The HBCU Network is a company created to promote a five point initiative: Community, Leadership, Education, Economic Empowerment, and Networking amongst its members. 'HBCU' stands for Historically Black College or University and represents 103 institutions in the United States. The HBCU Network strives to accomplish the five initiatives through conferences, seminars, networking events, scholarships, and various community-wide events. The HBCU Network also emphasizes the active and enthusiastic support of our HBCU’s, in an effort to not only celebrate these institutions as an integral piece of our history, but also to help facilitate the education and growth of tomorrow's leaders.

Indiana Minority Supplier Development Council (IMSDC)

The IMSDC is a free standing minority supplier development council.  It is an affiliate of the National Minority Supplier Development Council, and one of thrity-nine regional councils operating in the United States.  The IMSDC was created by the Indianapolis busnioess community in the mid '70s to address and support minority business development.  The IMSDC is supported by corporate membership dues, contributions, and by funding from the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

Mission Statement: To promote and cultivate successful minority enterprises within the Indiana business community.  The IMSDC serves as an advocate for the economic well-being and growth of IMSDC-certified MBEs, while also providing a direct connection for corporations who are committed to purchasing products and services from IMSDC-certified MBEs.

The National Society For Healthcare Food Service Management (HFM)

HFM is the only professional society dedicated exclusively to senior independent non-contract healthcare foodservice management professionals. HFM’s goals are to provide members with the tools to maintain and improve their management skills, obtain better products and services by promoting a partnership between operators and suppliers; promote networking; and share innovative ideas that help members stay on the cutting edge of healthcare foodservice management.

Mission Statement: To be the leading advocate of on-staff healthcare food and nutrition professionals.

North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM)

NAFEM represents approximately 700 companies throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico that manufacture commercial foodservice equipment and supplies. NAFEM members account for 85 percent of all foodservice equipment and supplies sold in the United States. The organization's diverse membership ranges from family owned businesses and entrepreneurial operations to corporate global giants.

Mission Statement: To enhance each member's opportunities for growth and success in a dynamic global industry.

Manufacturers’ Agents For The Food Service Industry (MAFSI)

Since its establishment in 1949, MAFSI has been an outstanding example of the power of cooperative and voluntary efforts of individual members of an international trade association. Today, MAFSI thrives with more than 600 member companies representing roughly 2,000 sales agents and marketing professionals, manufacturing executives and allied foodservice representatives internationally.

Mission Statement: To promote the professionalism and continued growth of the manufacturers' representatives' function in the food service industry and enhance their sales and marketing methods.

Commercial Food Equipment Service Association (CFESA)

Founded in 1963, CFESA members promote the highest standards of professional service. With over 450 members representing all 50 states, Canada, Mexico and Australia, our members stock OEM parts - the best for any equipment - with access to an online inventory of millions of parts. With nearly 3,000 CFESA Certified Technicians, there is a qualified technician in every area to get and keep your equipment up and always running.

Mission Statement: To anticipate trends and provide services and education to raise standards of performance, help its members meet the challenges of the industry and ensure customer satisfaction.

Customer Support International

Customer Support International is an experienced and well established outsource firm specializing in web development, web design and web hosting.  Our firm is also a specialist in internet marketing services committed to all types of businesses and enterprises.  CSI is composed of highly motivated IT professionals, and experience web developers and designers who have a unique creativity and technical prowess who develop website like no other. We are determined to give our clients with total satisfaction in the course of Quality and Innovation.

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial

The Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation is creating a memorial on the National Mall in Washington, DC to Dr. King’s legacy. The lasting tribute to Dr. King’s life and work as a national leader of the Civil Rights movement and an international standard-bearer for non-violence and peace is long overdue. The construction of the Memorial is envisioned as a permanent reminder of Dr. King’s vision of the world where all people – regardless of race, creed, or heritage – enjoy the blessings of freedom, hope and justice, and will serves as a catalyst for civic activism for future generations. Please help us ‘Build The Dream’ by becoming a Sponsor of the Memorial. Contact the website for donation information.

Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)

The SPLC was founded in 1971 as a small civil rights law firm. Today, the Center is internationally known for its tolerance education programs, its legal victories against white supremacists and it’s tracking of hate groups. Located in Montgomery, Alabama – the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement – the Center was founded by Morris Dees and Joe Levin, two local lawyers who shared a commitment to racial equality. Its first president was civil rights activist Julian Bond. The Southern Poverty Law Center is a nonprofit organization supported by the contributions of thousands of caring individuals.

The Arthritis Foundation

The Arthritis Foundation efforts center on the three-fold mission of the organization: research, prevention and quality of life. The Arthritis Foundation currently provides nearly $20 million in grants to nearly 300 researchers to help find a cure, prevention or better treatment for arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation’s sponsorship of research for more than 50 years has resulted in major treatment advances for most arthritis diseases.

Mission Statement: The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases.

The Bethlehem House

Mission Statement: To provide, in a compassionate environment, the services that will assist and support those individuals adversely affected by substance abuse, HIV, and other related psychosocial issues.

CITYOGA Studios

CITYOGA. Established in 2002, invites you to explore the depth of yoga! More than exercise, yoga is the ancient science of self-development that teaches people the fine art of balancing our multi-dimensional lives while living in a complex world. This balance ultimately results in better relationships with ourselves, other beings, our environment and the Divine. Yoga practices refine our natural abilities, unleash blocked energy and bring clarity and calmness to our hearts and minds.

Mission Statement: To educate the general public and health and helping professionals on the deeper life-enhancing aspects of the rich tradition of yoga - physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and ethical - through safe, nurturing and highly competent instruction.

Anyiams Creations International

Designer Thony C. Anyiam has earned notoriety in creating one of a kind, highly contemporary, traditional African and Afro centric fashion for both male and female. Mr. Anyiam hails from the continent of Africa, Nigeria to be precise, is considered one of Africa’s most creative and influential designers of our times and one to watch in the industry now and into the 21st century. Mr. Anyiam has designed for dignitaries such as President and Mrs. Clinton, President Nelson Mandela of South Africa, Steve Wonder, Iyanla Vanzant, gospel singers Yolanda Adams and Richard Smallwood and the Reverend Al Sharpton, to mention just a few.