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E-Network

What’s Inside2 President ’s Comments

Join a Commit tee

3 Event Focus

Each One Reach One

4 Emerging 10 (E-10 Winners)

10 COMTO Nat ional Conference

11 HMSDC IT Industry Group

12 Educat ion Train ing Calendar

13 Presentat ion Power

SWOT Analysis

14 Bui ld ing Project Management

15 HCC Procurement EXPO 2016

16 ISM Suppl ier EXPO & Dinner

17 Government Affa irs - SBA

Administrator meets with Houston

Business Leaders

18 Corporate News - POHA

BP Holds Indirect Procurement

Suppl ier Diver isty Summit

19 Look Who’s Walk ing the Talk

20 Business Trends - What

Management Strategy should I

use in a Downturn

22 HMSDC Town Hal l Meet ing -

Help Us Help You

$1 Bi l l ion New MBE Spend Goal

Announcement

23 The Credi t Junct ion Pledges

$100 Mi l l ion in Loan Avaia lb i l i ty

to HMSDC Businesses in

Landmark Partnership

24 MBE Success- Boral Branders

AHRMDCO Internat ional

25 Salute

26 New MBEs

29 Returning MBEs

32 Commit tee Chairs | Ad rates

Houston Minority Supplier Development CouncilThree Riverway, Suite 555Houston, Texas 77056Phone: 713-271-7805 | Fax: 713-271-9770Email: [email protected] | www.hmsdc.org

Our mission is to actively involve our members in effortsthat will increase and expand business opportunity andbusiness growth for minority business enterprises.

A New Year, A New You!

CertifyDevelop

ConnectAdvocate

A membership publication to the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council

January 2016 • Volume 16 • No. 1

Welcome to HMSDC’s E-Network! Happy 2016! As we look ahead, we are confronted with a lot of uncertainty. We are experencing a collaspe of oil pricesand drilling which is effecting budgets, suppliers and projects of our major oil companies. Economists are not sure how long this will effect job creation andstability for that industry. So what do we do when faced with a pre-1980’s disposition again? One of the advantages within Houston is we are multi-facet. Wehave many corporations that can assist in stabilizing and diversifying opportunities because of its national reach such as HP, BMC Software, UnitedAirlines and Sysco. Contruction of petrochecmial, refining and liquid natural gas(LNG) plants are being built in Houston due to the low prices. We will host theNCAA Final Four in March of 2016 and then SuperBowl XXXXXI in 2017. The naysayers will say we are doomed. Others will say, there are opportunties, we justhave to look in different places and be innovative. As HMSDC, we are stayingfocused on finding those opportunities for MBEs and growing firms so corporations will be attracted to them. Are you viewing 2016 as half empty or halffull? Keep reading the E-Network and determine how you will view the glass.

Certify | Develop | Connect | Advocate

president’s comments

Happy New Year! 2016 looks like a challenging year inHouston with the slump in oil prices continuing and causing major cutbacks in production, exploration, capitalexpenditures and jobs. The ripple effect will be significant. We are likely to see a number of businessesfail, as well as opportunities arise.

Experience shows that minority businesses can oftengain more ground during a bad economy than a robusteconomy when everyone is too busy toconsider alternatives. MBEs can bringcost savings, innovation, performanceenhancements and even new businessto the table to bolster the economy ingood times and in bad. This is a timewhen MBEs have opportunities available that they can grasp, andHMSDC is here to help make that happen.

HMSDC is committed to the success of our MBEs and ourCorporate Members. We are positioned to help MBEs beattractive to our corporate members and to set a certification and education bar that concretely demonstrates the strength and depth of our MBEs.HMSDC continues to maintain a strong cadre of programsthat meet today’s challenges and positions serious MBEsfor unprecedented success.

So let’s hope you have set a New Year’s Resolution togrow your business and the effectiveness of your

supplier diversity program in 2016. Many of you knowwhat you need to do to achieve that. HMSDC is here toprovide added discipline and reinforcement to help youactually succeed. Others want HMSDC to help guide youon the steps to take to grow and walk with you on thepathway to success. In either case, HMSDC will be herefor you.

How will HMSDC help you grow in 2016? For CorporateMembers HMSDC will increase thevalue and ROI of your supplier diversity programs. HMSDC willhelp you achieve world class statusin supplier diversity as we help growyour spend with certified MBEs.

For MBEs, HMSDC will open doors tonew opportunities through certification, develop a personal

growth plan for any interested MBE, connect you face-to-face with potential customers, surround you with theinformation and insight to achieve long-term sustainablegrowth, grow you and your management team so you cangrow your business, position you deliberately for success, and increase your visibility and credibility.

Sound good? Well there is no better place to grow yourbusiness in 2016 than HMSDC, and there is no better timeto do it.

HMSDC Means Success…..Come Grow With Us!

WHAT DOES 2016 LOOK LIKE FOR YOU?

Join a Committee!Committee participation is just one more tool that should be in your toolbox. Whetheryou use the committee system to meet a potential client or to shape the direction ofthe organization, there is value in actively participating in HMSDC. For contact andmore information on the committees, turn to page 24 in your newsletter TODAY!

event focusMake Plans to Attend

(registration for the following events is online at www.hmsdc.org/events)

January 28 HMSDC IT Industry Group Meeting2:00 pm - 4:00 pm BMC Software

See flyer on page for details.

Feburary 3 It’s All About Your Business Strategy - SWOT Analysis Workshop11:00 pm - 1:00 pm HMSDC Office, Three Riverway, Houston, TX 77056

See flyer on page for details.

Save the Date

May 16 MBE Executive Scholarship Fundraiser (Golf Tournament)8:00 am Blackhorse Golf Course - 12205 Fry Rd., Cypress, TX 77433 - www.hmsdcsc.org

The scholarship fundraiser is a great opporutnity for MBEs and Corporate membersto network in a relaxed atmosphere. Corporations use this opportunity as a way tosupport the MBE Executive Scholarship Fund. MBEs use this opportunity as a wayto meet corporate buyers and primes and develop meaningful relationships.

October 5 - 6 EXPO Business Opportunity MarketplaceGeorge R. Brown Convention Center1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston, TX 77002Attend the largest minority business trade fair in the State of Texas and connect withmajor corporations, govenmental agenies and educational institutions.

Houston will be hosting the Super Bowl in 2017. In order for your firm to be incuded in the business directorythat will be circulated to the SuperBowl contractors and partners, firms must be certified by April of 2017.

Pass the message along and refer a new business today!

Did You KnowHMSDC offers a monthly potential MBE certification workshop:

1st Thursday- 11:00 a.m - NoonHMSDC Offices

Three Riverway, Suite 555

If you know of a minority business that should be certified, refer them to attend oneof the certification briefings.

Let’s Grow HMSDC Together!

Darrell GrovesMemberDWG CPA, PLLC

DWG CPA is afull service CPAfirm, providing

tax, accounting and auditsolutions for private andpublic entities, as well as

for individuals. Darrell has a long history asa dedicated CPA with extensive experiencein developing and implementing financialsystems, strategies, processes and controlsthat significantly improve results. His focus,drive and innovative mantra paid off as DWGhas experienced above average growth overthe last three years. Darrell attributes muchof DWG’s success to a sustained efforttowards establishing a “client first” cultureand to its ability to effectively utilize technology to simplify its processes. With acontinual focus on offering competitive pricing without sacrificing service quality,DWG is often faced with the challenge ofexamining cost savings opportunities. In2013, DWG implemented a 100% remote staffworkforce plan that included maintaining atraditional office space in an executive suitefor in person meetings. By implementingthis key element of its strategic plan, DWG isbetter positioned to manage continued, rapidgrowth whichincludes a planned 100%increase in revenues for 2016! Great visionDarrell!

N.K. GuptaPresident & CEOCornerstone Valve, LLC

Originally fromIndia with abackground in

electrical engineering,NK Gupta is the

President and CEO of Cornerstone Valve,LLC. Cornerstone Valve is a 25 year oldbrand name in the valve manufacturingindustry for the upstream oil and gasbusiness sector. The company was onthe brink of extinction until NK acquired itin 2013. Since the acquisition, NK hasmade great strides in improving andfocusing on the people, processes andproducts to make Cornerstone a phenomenal company. In the last 2 years,Cornerstone’s brand has evolved tremendously despite historically declining revenues. Under NK’s leadership, the company is constantlyreinventing itself to build on a strongfoundation to survive these tough economic times. Their commitment tothe “Buy America Act” has had a directimpact on improved gross margins without compromising quality, delivery orsafety. Cornerstone’s ability to optimizetheir workforce, and the economy withproducts and parts “Made in Texas,” hassurely made this state of the art facilitylocated in Sugarland a stable for the

community. Congratulations NK!

Emerging 10 (E-10)The Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC), The Houston Business Journal andsponsors Chevron, BP, ExxonMobil, Fluor, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, KBR, Port ofHouston Authority and Shell offer sincere congratulations to the 2015 Emerging Ten (E-10) Awardwinners. This prestigious award honors ten of HMSDC’s top minority-owned businesses. TheseHMSDC certified minority business enterprises (MBEs) have faced the challenges common to all independent entrepreneurial efforts. In addition, they have often had to overcome hurdles that are alegacy from the past.

Jose LaraPresidentJR2 Energy Services, Inc.

Unde rs t and i ngvalue and theability to

formulate alliances to meetcustomers’ demands is what

has won this MBE the privilege of being namedEdison Electric Institute Subcontractor of theYear for 2015. With his dedication to high quality service which exceeds engineeringstandards and a guarantee of timely service,Jose Lara has secured JR2’s place among thetop performing engineering service providersas ranked by CenterPoint for 4 consecutiveyears. Strategic alliances with MWBEs allowsJR2 to adapt to the constant changes in themarketplace while exceeding customer expectations. He has taken smaller projects inorder to build his brand and reputation. Hishard work, innovative approaches and excellent service delivery has allowed him tocompete against larger firms and win contracts with major utilities. Definitely on theright trend for growth, Jose still feels hisbiggest obstacle is the “unknown of beingselected” when bidding for opportunities.However he feels it is extremely rewardingonce he receives the opportunity to know thathe is providing his employees financial stability and livelihood. We salute Jose as he continues his commitment in growing his

business as well as other MBEs!

Sadie RuckerPresidentHorizon InternationalGroup

Sadie Rucker andher partner AlKashani have

worked feverously to makeHorizon International Group

a great success story. The company is a construction management, general contracting, JOC, design/build, project andprogram management firm. Sadie understoodand knew the importance of building a business one contract at a time. Her sayingwas “every job is important and you’re only asgood as the last one.” The performance of herinitial jobs gained the company returning customers and soon, the project revenuesjumped from three figures to seven. Sadie andAl grew the firm’s capabilities by branchinginto real estate development and, as bondingcapacity grew, they took on constructionmanager-at-risk and design-build projects.Sadie’s approach to expanding the business inthe Houston marketplace has ultimately led toa joint-venture between Clark Constructionand Horizon to break ground together thisyear on the $78 million Harris County JointProcessing Center. “Collaborating with otherminority businesses is not a requirement forus…it’s our way of doing business everyday.”As Sadie can attest, for a small business, eventhe tiniest contract can be a step in the rightdirection. WOW…Congratulations Sadie!

Award WinnersThose who both achieve success and share their skills and resources with the minority business community are definitely worthy ofthis prestigious award. HMSDC has done a survey of its members and found that their MBEs alone have 93,807 employees and gen-erate sales of nearly $18 billion. That’s a huge impact on Houston’s economy, the community and on the lives of a lot of people. Thisyear’s Emerging Ten (E-10) winners represent a fraction of our community that now comprise a three trillion dollar marketplace and growing rapidly.

Jamie GutierrezChief Executive OfficerMidwest MaintenanceCompany, Inc.

Jaime Gutierrezis the CEO ofM i d w e s t

Maintenance Company.The company provides

custodial and housekeeping services forcommercial buildings, manufacturing facilities, healthcare facilities, events andconference centers throughout the US. Notafraid of hard work, Jaime forged her waythrough adversity to become a successfulbusiness leader in a male dominated industry. Using a creative approach toattract high quality personnel has been a staple under Jaime’s leadership. The implementation of the “transformationalleadership” program encourages the management team to take on the challengeand offer the commitment needed to developthemselves from a personal and professional growth perspective in order tolead and develop others to a level of excellence. By focusing on her staff, she hashas increased the level of customer servicebeing offered to her customers. The company is also focused on using greenproducts and practices that have a direct impact on lowering their footprint on the environment. Jaime definitely believes inpaying it forward which is demonstrated bya women business forum she co-foundedover 15 years ago. Continue to forge newways Jaime!

Jorge VasquezPresident and CEOLatin Specialties, LLC

Drive into theheart ofH o u s t o n

and you will find astate of the art facilitythat has allowed this

firm to create jobs, grow their distributionchannel and educate consumers on howto lead a healthy lifestyle. LatinSpecialties specializes in growing,importing, distributing and now also processing fresh fruits and vegetablesfrom around the world. Latin Specialtiesalso owns their own transportation fleet,giving them flexibility to distribute theirproducts outside of Texas. With a company that is in a heavily regulatedindustry, President and CEO JorgeVasquez has implemented mock-auditsand invested time in training his staff tomeet every food safety regulation mandated by the government. The management team has implemented funand rewarding events for their employeesto work in a team-like environment. Themanagement team is very involved in thecommunity and they encourage their associates to be active as well. Educatingconsumers on healthy living is such ahuge part of Jorge’s DNA, he travels

across the US spreading the message.

Congratulations!

The Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC), The Houston Business Journal andsponsors Chevron, BP, ExxonMobil, Fluor, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, KBR, Port ofHouston Authority and Shell offer sincere congratulations to the 2015 Emerging Ten (E-10) Awardwinners. This prestigious award honors ten of HMSDC’s top minority-owned businesses. TheseHMSDC certified minority business enterprises (MBEs) have faced the challenges common to all independent entrepreneurial efforts. In addition, they have often had to overcome hurdles that are alegacy from the past.

Emerging 10 (E-10)

Latoya Bullard-FranklinFounder and CEO The Bulsard Group, LLC

With a vision toharness thepower of

change through the deliveryof world-class organizationalframeworks and by

striving for outstanding business performance,The Bulsard Group, founded by its currentCEO Latoya Bullard-Franklin, is an outlier in itsindustry of Lean Six Sigma ChangeManagement. “Think globally, but act locally” isthe approach that has led The Bulsard Groupto be named as one of the fastest-growinginner city businesses in the U.S. by bothFortune Magazine and the Initiative for aCompetitive Inner City (ICIC). With a focus onsustainable community based growth, TheBulsard Group makes sure to source fromtheir fellow MBEs for at least 80% of theirbusiness needs from printing to accountingservices. The Bulsard Group sets an exampleas the meeting point between business growthand community involvement. With services thatfocus on helping other businesses optimizetheir strategies for success and the ambitionto make opportunities when there are none tobe found, The Bulsard Group has stood upwhere many might have fallen back.Congratulations, Latoya and thank you for yourcommitment to community growth!

Jonathan SprinklePresidentSprinklisms, Inc.

Businesses oftenstruggle toarticulate their

message, communicatetheir value and connectwith their audience.

Jonathan Sprinkles, President of Sprinklisms,Inc. is on a mission to change that. An award-winning author of 13 books (includingtwo international bestsellers), Jonathan’sadvice has been featured in Forbes, USAToday, Black Enterprise, Fox News, and ABC.Sprinklisms Inc. is a training company thatspecializes in creating systems for executivesand their organizations to shift their cultureand increase profits. Jonathan is irrationallypassionate about teaching companies how toincrease their influence and boost productivity. He personally mentors andcoaches business leaders and MBEs throughhis event Presentation Power. Since 2007,Presentation Power has been the go-to eventfor hundreds of influencers to learn how tolead, build trust, and get buy-in to their ideas.Presentation Power gives leaders the skillsthey need to achieve the next level in theirbusiness presentations, personal brand, sales,and leadership. Now we know what you meanby “Connection Is Key,” Jonathan!

Those who both achieve success and share their skills and resources with the minority business community are definitely worthy ofthis prestigious award. HMSDC has done a survey of its members and found that their MBEs alone have 93,807 employees and gen-erate sales of nearly $18 billion. That’s a huge impact on Houston’s economy, the community and on the lives of a lot of people. Thisyear’s Emerging Ten (E-10) winners represent a fraction of our community that now comprise a three trillion dollar marketplace and growing rapidly.

Award Winners

Tiffany WilliamsChief Executive OfficerTwice MediaProductions, LLC

Tiffany Williams

is the CEO of theinnovative, ever

evolving Twice MediaProductions. As a

full-service commercial video marketingcompany, Twice Media Productions is confronted with the difficult task of marketing video services to a world inundated with camera phones and amateurvideographers. To differentiate themselves,Twice Media Productions began offeringmobile video training workshops that teachbusinesses to shoot and edit their own professional-looking videos so they can postmore visual, engaging content and stay relevant online. By doing this, Twice MediaProductions broadened their target market toinclude small businesses and found a uniqueentryway into the corporate sector. In addition to their dedication to out-of-the-boxthinking, Twice Media Productions aims tosource from other minority owned businesses at every opportunity. More than40% of their expenditures is spent withminority- or women-owned firms. With thesupport of a dedicated and fastidious team,Twice Media Productions has snapped theirway to the forefront of their industry.Continue seeking new solutions, Tiffany andcongratulations!

Rueben Flores, Sr.PresidentThe Fierro Group

The FierroGroup is theparent company

of Fencemaster of Houstonand Advanced Concrete& Construction, both

family owned enterprises which installwood and chain link fences and gates,electronic entry systems, and work invarious areas of concrete construction.Though facing the prejudice that comeswith being a minority business owner,Ruben Flores, the President of The FierroGroup, has persevered to make the company a successful heirloom for hisfamily. Working alongside his wife, TeresaFlores, Vice President, the two businessowners have put forth a tremendousamount of effort to grow the company toits full potential. Dedicated to providing astable and profitable career for theiremployees, The Fierro Group raised theirminimum wage to $12.00 this year. Clearcommunication and community involvement are a priority to the companyas they help construct the face of the city.Ever strong in their faith, The FierroGroup looks forward to continued success as they put to use their education, their dedication, and theirrespectful nature. Congratulations onyour success, Ruben!

The Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC), The Houston Business Journal andsponsors Chevron, BP, ExxonMobil, Fluor, Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses, KBR, Port ofHouston Authority and Shell offer sincere congratulations to the 2015 Emerging Ten (E-10) Awardwinners. This prestigious award honors ten of HMSDC’s top minority-owned businesses. TheseHMSDC certified minority business enterprises (MBEs) have faced the challenges common to all independent entrepreneurial efforts. In addition, they have often had to overcome hurdles that are alegacy from the past.

Emerging 10 (E-10)

Those who both achieve success and share their skills and resources with the minority business community are definitely worthy ofthis prestigious award. HMSDC has done a survey of its members and found that their MBEs alone have 93,807 employees and gen-erate sales of nearly $18 billion. That’s a huge impact on Houston’s economy, the community and on the lives of a lot of people. Thisyear’s Emerging Ten (E-10) winners represent a fraction of our community that now comprise a three trillion dollar marketplace and growing rapidly.

We salute th CPOs that attended the CPO Summit.

There was great networking at the exhibit booths.

For a complete album of pictures from the E-10 Awards, visit our facebook page.

Award Winners

Special thanks to our Sponsors!

Title Gold Silver

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2016 HMSDC TRAINING CALENDAR

January

No Training

February 3

SWOT Analysis Lunch and Learn

[2-Hour]

March 2nd

Value Proposition Lunch and Learn

[2-Hour]

April 6th

Value Proposition Academy [4-Hour]

May 4th

Marketing Lunch and Learn

[2-Hour]

June 8th

Marketing Strategy Academy

[4-Hour]

July 13

Cyber Security Academy [4-Hour]

August 3rd

Risk Management Lunch and Learn

[2-Hour]

September 14th

Risk Management Academy [4-hour]

P2E Business Assessment

[2-Hour]

Mandatory for Coaching Corner

Coaches

October 5th

Quality Assurance Lunch and Learn

[2-Hour]

P2E Business Assessment

[2-Hour]

Mandatory for Coaching Corner

Coaches

November 2nd

Quality Assurance Academy [2-Hour]

SWOT Analysis Lunch and Learn

Morning and Afternoon Sessions

December

No Training

All 2016 Training Events are designed to assist business owners in utilizing the Pathways to Excellence Assessment to improve business performance.

FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: WWW.HMSDC.ORG/EVENTS

government affairs

Page 13

Administrator of the U.S Small Business Administration,Maria Contreras-Sweet, meet with Houston’s business leaders

HMSDC was delighted to join Houston Community College and Houston’s community leaders in welcoming Maria Contreras-Sweet, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to Houston as she addressed the small businesscommunity and underscored President Obama's State of the Union address. Maria Contreras-Sweet became the 24thAdministrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration and a member of President Obama’s Cabinet on April 7, 2014. Sheis a successful business executive, entrepreneur, and state cabinet official. Throughout her career, she has been a champion of diversity, access to capital and equal opportunity for all Americans.

During the community leadership meeting, Administrator Contreras-Sweet was introduced to Houston’s SBA strategic partners and learned how we work together to grow local small businesses to continue to fuel the economy andincrease jobs. She engaged with conversation on recent developments in the U.S. economy regarding small business andentrepreneurship and excited to share how SBA exceeded its goals (23%) for the first time in eight years due to increasedcollaboration with other federal agencies and increased small business access to capital by adding 308 new and returninglenders to the 7(a) loan program.

The SBA has many programs and services available to support the growth and development of your business. Just to highlight a few that were mentioned by Administrator Contreras-Sweet:• SupplierPay Initiative - SupplierPay is a new partnership with the private sector to strengthen small businesses byincreasing their working capital, so they can grow their businesses and hire more workers.• SBA Emerging Leaders Initiative - The SBA Emerging Leaders Initiative is a federal training initiative that specifi-cally focuses on executives of businesses poised for growth in historically challenged communities. The initiative providesthese executives with the organizational framework, resource network, and motivation required to build sustainable busi-nesses and promote the economic development within urban communities. • 7(j) Management and Technical Assistance. The 7(j) Management and Technical Assistance Program is one of SBA’smeans to achieve the goal and objective, by providing specialized assistance to important underserved markets. Administrator Contreras-Sweet also highlighted the opportunities abroad for American’s small businesses, “More than 95percent of the world’s consumers live outside of the United States, so there are significant opportunities for small business-es to grow their bottom line by exporting to new markets around the world. The export of Made-in-America goods and serv-ices supports nearly 12 million jobs here at home that pay up to 18 percent more, on average, than non-export-related jobs.And of the more than 300,000 American companies that already export, 98 percent of them are small or medium-sizedbusinesses. But the United States has over 28 million small businesses, which means we have to work harder to help moreAmerican companies reach global customers.”

HMSDC has many similarities with the SBA program and services that can infuse the growth of minority businesses. Withthe collaboration of SBA and the other leading organizations and education institutions in Houston, we will growth MBEs aswe continue to grow into the one the nation’s top largest cities.

A recent study by Martin Associates shows that the public and private marine terminals atthe Port of Houston continue to be an economic engine for the Houston area, Harris County,and the State of Texas. The total value of economic impact is measure at $264.9 billion, 16.1%of the State’s Gross Domestic Product. Furthermore, the marine cargo activity at the Port ofHouston marine terminals supported 1,174,567 jobs in the State of Texas and over $5.0 billion in state and localtaxes. In the past three years alone, the Port of Houston has created 147,747 new jobs supported by cargoactivity and generated an $82.3 billion increase in total economic value to the state. With the opening of thePanama Canal, the economic impact of the Port of Houston will continue to grow. HMSDC salutes the Port ofHouston Authority on doing good while doing well by consistent achievement of their small business goals toensure that all of Houston grows as they grow.

Did You Know? --- Port of Houston Authority

Corporate News

BP America held an Indirect Procurement Supplier Diversity Summit to introduce specific, pre-qualified MBEs direct to BP decision makers at BP Helios Plaza on October15. HMSDC was honored to be asked to submit MBEs for consideration, then to be invited to address the group on the value of supplier diversity. The summit allowed 16 MWBEs from throughout the nation to make 20-minute presentations

to BP decision makers in business consulting, facilities management, learning & development, property design& construction, and Environmental Consulting & Remediation. HMSDC is particularly proud and thankful thatthe following MWBEs were invited to present:

Aztec Facility ManagementFranklin Engineers & ConsultantsRuiz ProductionsShea Writing & Training

BP Holds Indirect Procurement SupplierDiversity Summit

Look Who’s Walking the TalkRecords show that the following HMSDC Corporate Member and MBEs are “walking the talk” when it comesto seeking MBEs for upcoming contract opportunities by regularly contacting HMSDC to identify certified MBEswho can supply their contract needs. We encourage you to consider them when you have money to spend

either personally or in your business. Let’s support those who support us!

Corporate MembersAT&T

Balfour Beatty Construction BP

CB & I CenterPoint Energy

Chevron Enterprise Holding

Harris County Office of Transit Center HEB

Houston First Corporation METRO

NRG EnergyShell

TransCanada United Airlines

University of Houston UTMB

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

Certified MBEs:ARVO Realty

Briter Enterprise Castle Business Solutions

Diversity ConsultingElectronic Assembly Services

Kay Davis & Associates RPH Consulting

Taylor Construction ManagementToppins Law Firm

What Management Strategy Should I use in a DownturnThe following was adapted from a WSJ column by Darrell Rigby and Steve Ellis of Bain & Co.

business trends

Like dangerous curves on a racetrack, economic downturns create more opportunities for companies to move fromthe middle of the pack into leadership positions than any other time in business. Unlike straight-aways where leaders can thrive on raw power alone, steep curves require strategic finesse. That often results in dramatic differences in performance as leaders steer out of the curve.

Consider how Southwest Airlines Co. surged ahead during the 2001 recession. With a clean balance sheet, a clearcost advantage and adroitly hedged fuel costs, the discount carrier grew at the expense of rivals. As others eliminated capacity and jobs, Southwest lowered fares to gain market share. It boosted advertising to trumpet itsprice advantage and built solid relations with labor by avoiding layoffs.

Southwest is not unique. About 24 percent more firms moved from theback of the pack to the front in the 2001 downturn compared with thesubsequent period of economic calm, according to an eight-year studyby consulting firm Bain & Co. that analyzed the net profit margins andsales growth of more than 2,500 companies. Meanwhile, about one-fifthof all leadership companies—those in the top quartile of financial performance in their industry—fell to the bottom quartile. By comparisononly three-quarters as many companies made such dramatic gains or losses after the recession.

Recessions hit some industries harder than others, so staying alert matters. The variations get amplified in a globalizing, interdependent economy. That adds both opportunity and complexity. The opportunity is to shift focusto economically healthier regions. The complexity arises from having to make long-term investments in global operations with less certainty than ever about where you will be exposed when the next downturn hits.

Many industry leaders fall from the top during recessions because they assume that a strong market position is aninsurance policy against trouble. That approach breeds overconfidence. Executives postpone taking precautions orreach for the same levers they pulled in the past — like hedging their bets by diversifying. When the downturn hitshard they usually over-react. They slash costs and staff indiscriminately, cut capital expenditures, squeeze suppliers, and avoid strategic acquisitions. Then when conditions improve, they must spend heavily to regainmomentum.

What Management Strategy Should I use in a DownturnThe following was adapted from a WSJ column by Darrell Rigby and Steve Ellis of Bain & Co.

business trends

The better approach: slow in, fast out—like agood driver heading into a sharp curve. Winnersin recessions tend to brake quickly heading intoa downturn by managing costs carefully andconsistently. It’s like downshifting to a lowergear to slow momentum and increase responsiveness. They focus on what the company does best, reinforcing the core business and spending to gain share. Theyaggressively monitor the competition to ensurethey have the best possible line through thecurve. That sets them up to accelerate at the apex of the curve, when the economy starts to improve. The farther you can see and the quicker you can turn, the faster you can safely corner. Another characteristic of companies adept in a downturn: they make bargain acquisitions to build up their core, even when it means taking calculated financial risks. As markets improve, they are well-positioned to accelerate.

Tipso Focus on what the company does best and spend to gain share.o Make bargain acquisitions to build up the company's core, even when it means taking calculated

financial risks.o Approach the economic downturn like a driver heading into a sharp curve -- slow in, fast out.

HMSDC Town Hall Meeting – Help Us Help You

On December 16th HMSDC hosted its annual Town Hallmeeting to gain insight from MBEs on how the organization has serviced their business needs andimprovements that can impact business growth. ChrisHaas, HMSDC Board Chairman, kicked off the meetingwith remarks about the opportunities that have beendeveloped from the challenges in the marketplace.HMSDC has and continues to position MBEs to overcome and conquer the unexpected through programs and services that enhances their abilities tocompete and perform on contract opportunities. Themarket may not make a positive turn in the very nearfuture, but in 2016 HMSDC will be more focused andtargeted in every effort to ensure the growth and development of MBEs.

During the Town Hall meeting MBEs participated in apoll to rank the programs and services HMSDC provides as Most or Less Useful. The results for theMost Useful are: MBE Certification, Lunch with thePresident, Pathways to Excellence, Scholarships,EXPO, Luncheons, and Matchmaking. As a result of thegroup discussions, the following list indicates whatMBEs said were the top five things HMSDC can do forthier business:

• MBE to MBE interaction• Networking and relationship building with

corporation and primes• Educational Training• Forming Strategic Alliances• Showcase MBEs

Do you agree? If you would like to participate in thispoll, send your thoughts via email to Angela [email protected] and let us hear from you.

$1 Billion New MBE Spend Goal Announced

Chairman Chris Haas announced a new campaign to generate an additional $1 billion in spend with HMSDCcertified MBEs by 2017. This spend can be MBE to MBE spend or spend with MBEs by HMSDC CorporateMembers and others who support supplier diversity. “This is an ambitious goal, but it can be achieved,” stated Richard Huebner, HMSDC President. “The goal articulates the bottom line effect of HMSDC in generating business opportunities and business growth for MBEs while bringing innovation, superior pricingand service to those who use MBEs.” All HMSDC Corporate Member and MBEs are asked to support this initiative and to report your results in achieving the $1 billion goal.

The Credit Junction, an online lending platform for small and mid-size businesses (SMBs), announced today thatit has pledged $100 million in loan availability to the minority businesses belonging to the Houston MinoritySupplier Development Council (HMSDC), a non-profit organization for minority-owned businesses in the GreaterHouston Metropolitan area. This strategic alliance will help provide much needed support to the growing number of small businesses in the United States’ fourth largest city.

HMSDC’s more than 700 minority-owned businesses, now has access to working capital that would otherwisebe difficult to obtain by traditional financing sources. Access to capital remains a significant obstacle to thegrowth of small businesses, and as traditional financial institutions face increasing regulations and compliancecosts, business owners will continue to seek alternative financing sources.

“This collaborative, multi-faceted strategic partnership will benefit both local businesses as well as the regionat large, furthering The Credit Junction’s commitment to offering SMBs a financing alternative,” commentedSergio Rodriguera, Chief Strategy Officer of The Credit Junction. “As part of that mission, we will continue tobuild even more regional relationships to further facilitate the flow of credit to the small businesses that fuel ournation’s economy.”

“Houston is a growing, thriving city, thanks in many ways to a diverse number of industrial, oil and gas andhealthcare businesses to name a few,” said Robert Gonzalez, Director of Development and Consulting Servicesof HMSDC. “Traditional sources of capital have often fallen short in supplying the needs of small businesses,particularly when it comes to minority-owned businesses. Our partnership with The Credit Junction helps toensure that our minority business community receives the opportunity to access the capital essential to develop and thrive as leaders.”

The Credit Junction is an online lending platform focused on providing working capital and supply chain financing solutions to small and mid-size businesses. The company employs an asset-based lending credit evaluation model, and offers businesses up to $5 million in capital availability, both in term loans and lines ofcredit. Using technology and data intelligence in conjunction with traditional asset-based lending metrics. TheCredit Junction can better assess the health of a small business, and provide a more transparent and user-friendly experience. Our fast, flexible and efficient access to capital provides small business owners withthe resources they need to grow their business, which ultimately supports job creation and local communitydevelopment. For more information, please visit:www.thecreditjunction.com.

The Credit Junction Pledges $100 Million in Loan Availability to HoustonMinority Supplier Development Council Businesses in Landmark

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Boral Branders is Awarded as Emerging Businessof the Year

Houston - We have a WINNER!AHRMDCO wins big at the NMSDC Conference

The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce honored Houston entrepreneurs, corporate executives and businesses for their leadership and impact on the Houston Hispanic business community during its Annual Awards ceremony. More than 1,000 attendees joined theevent, making it the largest Hispanic Awards ceremony in Houston.

“Houston-area Hispanics have a significant impact on the business community; collectively contributing to Houston serving as the epicenter of entrepreneurship. The Annual Awards is anopportunity to recognize and celebrate Hispanic leaders and their many accomplishments,” said Dr. Laura Murillo,President & CEO, Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Patricia & Brenda Boral, Owners of Boral Branders, received the Emerging Hispanic Business of the Year Award. BoralBranders is a local marketing firm based in Houston that specializes in online marketing strategies. They have helpedhundreds of business owners grow their business through web design, social media management, search engine optimization (SEO), content optimization, print marketing materials, marketing strategies, and branding positioning. Boral Branders understands the needs of small business owners, that’s why they provide custom tailored, yet affordable, marketing services

The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) held itsannual conference in San Diego, CA. After 4 long and intense days of networking, business develoment and making connections at the conference, its ends on a high note as committed suppliers, corporationsand supplier diversity professionals are recognized for their achievements. This year, Houston had the priviledge of calling one of itsown, AHRMDCO International, Class I Supplier of the Year!

AHRMDCO International is led by Roderick Lemon. The multifacet company specializes in Corporate and professional development, strategic planning, management, leadership, sales, supervision, customer servicedevelopment and executive coaching. Under Rod’s direction he opend a janitorial and custodial services branchto supplment the business.

Join us in saying Salute to our HMSDC family for achievingmonumental milestones!

Melba Williams of MW Studios MW Studios received a contract for interior design for Lilly Grove BaptistChurch.

During the MBWDBE Transformation week that was held the week of December 14 - 18th, HMSDC MBESs defenitelymade an impact! Congrautlations to the following companies for being recognized:

Professional Services Firm of the Year – Tolunay –Wong EngineersMinority Construction Firm of the Year – Horizon International Group

Marketing and communication Firm of the Year – Gilbreath CommunicationsMinority Business Advocate of the Year – Reuben Brown BWA Diversity Consultant

Technology Firm of the Year – Cybersoft Technologies

Congratulations to the following companies for graduating from the Turner School of Construction: CandCNETAssociates and Genesis Cabling Solutions

Donna Cole of Cole Chemical & Distributing for being recognized as Women Business Owner of the Year at theGovernors Small Business Forum

Maria Rios of Nation Waste for being recognized as Minority Small Business of the Year at the Governors Small BusinessForum

Emerald Standard Servies for receiving the Houston MBDA Choice Award in Construction

Facility Management Solutions for receiving the Houston MBDA Choice Award in Services

World Commerce Forwarding for receiving the Houston MBDA Choice Award in Exports

Bill Morris with The Morris Group (TMG) for the past two years partnering with Group CSE to produce the graphics forthe NBC/NFL bus that travels to each Sunday Night Game.

Dean’s Professional Services for receiving re-certification of The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval ® for HealthCare Staffing Services Certification. The Gold Seal of Approval ® is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization'scommitment to providing qualified and competent health care professionals.

Erma Palmber of Autos R Us, Vernita Harris of Impact Strategies Consultants and Heather Holland of TransCanada forbeing named one of Houston’s Top 30 Influential Women.

salute!

New MBEs1 Source Project ManagementRobert VallejoPhone: (713) 799-6818Email: [email protected] logistics

ABC Professional Tree Services, Inc.Rocio JassoPhone: (713)644-8808Email: [email protected] Management, Tree Trimming

Accelytics, Inc.Ashish JainPhone: (832) 428-3339Email: [email protected] Platinum partner, providing consulting services in the area ofEnterprise Performance Management(EPM) and Business Intelligence (Bi).

Adrian SherwoodAdrian SherwoodPhone: (409) 739-2888Email:[email protected] restaurant, mobile food truck,catering services

Alpha Security Solutions & Investigationsdba 1 Alpha SecurityDavid TorresPhone: (361)420-3001Email: [email protected] guards

Amran, Inc. dba Amran InstrumentTransformersBhargav ShahPhone: (281) 243-2200Email: [email protected] and distribution of Low(600V) and Medium Voltage (upto25.5kV) Instrument Transformers.

Anodico CorporationJose NavarroPhone: 7136906100Email: [email protected] and testing of sacrificialAnodes.

Atlas Field Services LLCCraig TaylorPhone: 2814072434Email:[email protected], Scientific and TechnicalServices

Basal Soultions, LLCBrandon MorrisPhone: (713) 393-8767Email: [email protected] firm.

Bose Corporate Support, LLCCarol DuBosePhone: (713) 203-3900Email:[email protected] legal support to companies andlaw firms

Bose Staffing, LLCArthur DuBosePhone: (713) 465-4500Email: [email protected] for inspection and evaluation ofengineering projects and related services

Buendia Enterprises, Inc.Alejandro BuendiaPhone: (781) 346-9482Email: [email protected] firm.

Cargo One Logistics, LLCDiego AlexanderPhone: (713) 290-9922Email: [email protected], customs brokerage,warehousing and distribution services,Domestic and International.

Chizito Oil & Gas Equipment Services IncChristina NdulakaPhone: (713) 339-2767Email: [email protected] & Gas Equipment Service

Colorscapes of HoustonGregory CarmonaPhone: (832) 455-9028Email: [email protected] Architectural Design

Construction Diversity GroupSteven HadleyPhone: (832) 527-6861Email: [email protected] project management includingpreconstruction, procurement, owner'srepresentation & construction mgmnt

Custom Technology Solutions LLCNadeem MazharPhone: (832) 200-9915Email: [email protected] as a service (saas) deliver complete support with full data warehouse system

Dan Martinez & Associates, L.P.Dan MartinezPhone: (281) 494-7396Email: [email protected] and Use Tax Consultants

Decundi Inspection Services, LLCRaymond DavisPhone: (713) 466-1535Email: [email protected] services for industrial equip

DG GrafixDon Terrell Phone: (832) 498-2964Email: [email protected] graphic design and multi mediastudio specializing in print designs, multimedia; website, and 3D animation

New MBEsEDI Building Consultants. IncPhilip SumangPhone: (713) 772-6300Email: [email protected] Services

Elise Resources, IncNadia ClarkPhone: (713) 705-4104Email: [email protected] consulting and executivesearch firm

EN-FAB, Inc.Chandra TripathyPhone: (713) 225-4913Email: [email protected], engineer and fabricate surfaceproduction equipment including metering & measurement equipment, oil& gas pipeline equipment, enhanced oil recovery equipment, and gas gathering& oil production facility equipment.

Fallows International, LLC.Farhana SwatiPhone: (409) 983-0044Email:[email protected] distributor of pipes, valves, fittingmaterials, safety equipment standardand non-standard industrial equipmentcomponents, parts and supplies.

FFG Strategic Consulting, LLCColette LewisPhone: (832) 412-2524Email:[email protected] consulting firm and projectmanagement

Fronza & Francis, LLC dba RCS & CaissonFabrication CompanyDeborah FronzaPhone: (713) 501-3846Email: [email protected] Management, ConstructionManagement, Consulting, Design Buildand Steel Fabrication services.

Fun & Wealth CompanyIgnatius OkezePhone: (281) 564-3458Email: [email protected] keynote speeches & workshops

Integreus, LLCJoseph PachecoPhone: (713) 398-3677Email: [email protected] professional services andtechnology solutions on a consulting,project management, and/or outsourcedmanagement basis

ISC Aquisition Corp. dba ISC BuildingMaterialsNarciso Flores Jr.Phone: (713)275-4500Email: [email protected] of construction materials.

JFE Franchising, Inc.Jim KimPhone: (713) 463-7777Email: [email protected] bar management company

KR Joseph Consulting, LLCKent Reyer JosephPhone: (936) 827-0838Email: [email protected] and integration of processcontrols

KSB Food Distribution, Inc.Tri LaPhone: (713) 237-9588Email: [email protected] Food & Restaurant Supplies

Leading Edge Enterprises, LLCLeanne AlvarezPhone: (504) 234-1216Email: [email protected]/freight, print/copy, scanningservices, mailing services, private mail-boxes, notary services.

Mona Composites, LLCImran DhanjiPhone: (832) 661-2059Email: [email protected] and fabrication of fiberglass molded and pultruded grating,ladders, handrails, stairs, platforms

PK Inspections Services, LLCDionne Cox A'akquanakhannPhone: (832) 925-8914Email: [email protected] the highest quality vendorsolution in heavy industrial construction,maintenance, pipe, module and vesselfabrication

Principle Information Technology CompanyNickell CherukuPhone: (832) 849-1120Email: [email protected] IT/Management consulting,Managed Services, Education & Staffing.

Rebar Reinforcement Placers, LLCAndres Pena Phone: (281) 484-3265Email: [email protected] in the installation of concrete,reinforcing steel, and post-tension cablesin Texas areas

New MBEsRecruiting Source International, LLCDelaina AllenPhone: (281) 277-1411Email:[email protected] Executive Search, Staffing

Samaripa Oilfield Services LLCAmy Samaripa Phone: (979) 257-9385Email: [email protected] washing service, tank cleanout, spill clean up, emergency response,general labor, rentals, drift and tally,hydrostatic testing

Shibrook, LLCJosephine TaylorPhone: (877) 784-9380Email: [email protected] procurement and supply company

Silk Worldwide, LLC dba Signalboosters,Wilsom Amplifiers, Creekle, Cell PhoneAccessories DepotSadruddin Currimbhoy Phone: (281) 738-3838Email: [email protected] in cell phone accessories

Solomon Joseph, LLCJoseph E. LongPhone: 813-956-6737Email: [email protected] management consulting

TCI Control USA, LLCAnnabell VidalPhone: (713) 455-0443Email: [email protected], audit and independent certification

Testing, Innovations, and MechanicalSolutions, LLCTimothy ThomasPhone: (337) 563-3575Email: [email protected] services.

Tex Star Bearings, LLCNurbanu TajuddinPhone: (713) 731-7200Email:[email protected] of bearings and power transmission parts

The Allen CPA Firm, PLLCRobert AllenPhone: (713) 489-7575Email: [email protected] full service CPA Firm providing tax,accounting, and consulting services toindividuals and businesses.

The Little Training Company, LLCCarol LittlePhone: (818) 613-8130Email: [email protected] are a corporate training companyspecializing in public speaking, leadership, sales, and work/life balancecourses.

The Morris Group E3, Inc.Bill MorrisPhone: (281) 988-4774Email: [email protected] of Trade show Exhibit,Corporate Events and Enviroments

Therapy Supply House, Inc.Ovo NwabudikePhone: (713) 669-0500Email: [email protected] Supply House is a home medicalequipment and supplies firm.

Virgina BrokerageVirgina DorronsoroPhone: (855) 262-4503Email: [email protected] arrange transportation services forheavy duty equipment.

Vistacone ManagementKayode BelloPhone: (281) 235-3485Email: [email protected] and Technology Consulting

Zuniga Insulation Paint ScaffoldNoe ZunigaPhone: (254) 290-0150Email: [email protected], Coatings, Insulation, fireproofing, Scaffold, 3rd party safetyadvisory, fire watch attendant, confinespace attendant, bottle watch attendant,twic escorts

Welcome to HMSDC!

Returning MBES3rd I Business Solutions4W SolutionsA. S. PhysiquesA1 Shredding, IncAdventus Technologies, Inc.AHRMDCO InternationalA-K Building MaintenanceAll- N- One ServicesAlton & Alton TravelAmazing Awards, Inc.American Bag Mfg, IncAmerican Services, LLC dba American HVAC, Inc.AmPac Chemical Company, Inc.Anderson WP, Inc.AP Energy SolutionsApplied Field Data Systems, IncAqua Micobics, LLCArdoin EngineeringArgio Roofing & Construction, LLCArgus TalentA-Rocket Moving & StorageAsakura Robinson Company, LLCAtlas Commodities, LLCAuto R Us Collision CenterAvalon Chemicals, IncAztec Bolting Services, Inc.Aztec Facility Management, LPAztec Facility ServicesB Bad SportsB-Squared Technical Services and Consulting, Inc.Barksdale Technologies, Inc.Barrera's Supply Company, IncBastion Technologies IncBayside Printing CompanyBeAedBeal's Legacy Town Cars & Limos, LLCBEI EngineersBestAssets, IncBirring NDE Center, IncBQR advertising and Public Relation, Inc

Bradlink, LLCBranwar Wine Distributing, Co.Breathe MaxBriter EnterpriseC & C Fence CorpCAM Cleaning Services, LLCCamipan CorpCandCNet Associates, IncCap Kick CompanyCarousel Specialty ProductsCastillo & Associates, Information TechnologyConsultantsChallenge Office Products, IncCharter Pest ControlChaseSource, LPChemplast, Inc,Chickasaw Distributors, Inc.Chief Solutions, Inc.Computer DecisionsCorevis Services, LLCCorpus Christi Surgical Assistants, Inc.Cosme Consulting, LLCCovenant Plastics, IncCriner- Daniels & Associates, Inc.Cybersoft TechnologiesDAE & Associates, LTD dba Geotech Engineering and

TestingData Management Solutions CorporationDefour dba Monitors USA Controls, IncDiplomat Petroleum, LLCDivine Limousine Services, Inc.Donatti Translation & Interpreting DYD Creative SolutionsEclat Integrated Software Solutions, Inc.Elite Adjusting Services, LLCELP Enterprises, IncEnergy Flow SystemsEnterprise Logic, IncEsparza Advertising TexaseXcellence in IS Solutions, Inc dba X-ISS

Returning MBESFive Woods, LLCFocuzMindz, Inc.Forward Edge, Inc G & A PartnersGamma Waste Systems LLCGAP EngineeringGarcia-Martin & Martin, PCGCS Water Purification, LLCGenesis Cabling SolutionsGlobal Coffee CompanyGlobal ForceGMW Quality Cleaning SolutionsGold Star Petroleum, Inc.GP Industrial Contractors, IncGrayson Armature Works, IncGSR Worldwide Services, LLCGTMS Partners, LLCGulf Coast Metallizing & MachineryGulf Logistics & ProjectsHernandez Office SolutionsHill & Swart Architects, Inc.Houston Avocado Company, Inc.HSV AutomotiveHuman Talent, LLCIchi-Ban Trophy & EngravingImagina CommunicationsImani Quality ConceptsJ. Simmons Group, IncJavier's Radiator & Air Conditioning, LLCJBR1 Industrial ServicesJC Cantera HomesJD Items, TXJR2 Energy Services, IncKing Cheesecake Company, IncKT Maintenance, IncKwame A. OpuniKyKoE Designs IncLa Vera Prestage Financial AdvisorLam, Lyn & Philip PC

Lanz & Swinney, LLCLatavco Consulting GroupLaura O. Morales dba Energize Your OutlookLaw Office of Delphine James, PLLC Lazarus Energy Holdings, LLCLee Printing CompanyLegalWatch, IncLive Line SafetyLogNet Worldwide IncLone Star CoffeeL'Renee & Associates, LLCLRG ServicesLY Electronics USA, Inc.MaddisoftMariga CPA, PLLCMcConnell & Jones, LLPMetoyer- Roy Printing, LTDMexilinkMMT Services, IncMonty & Ramirez, LLPMpower TechMr. T's Courier Services, Inc.Multigraphics of HoustonMW Design StudioMVS Supply & ServicesNational WireNavarro Insurance GroupNet Matrix Solutions, Inc.Netsync Network SolutionsNextantNiche AssuranceNino Corporate Lodging, IncNQ Solutions, IncNSC CompaniesNuksy's Fine Catering, LLCObjectWin Technology, IncOffisolOne Source International, LLCOne Source Toxicology Laboratory, Inc.

Returning MBEsPennington & Associates Commissioning, LLCPetro Amigos Supply, IncPiping, Technology & ProductsPortia Haggerty PCPower One AssociatesPower Tool Service CompanyPrecision Task Group, Inc.Prime Eco GroupPrince PaintingPRO Consulting Services, Inc.Professional Healthcare Education ServicesProfessional Safety & Risk Management ConsultantsQ Staff, IncQuick Protection, Inc.Quintela Group, LLCR.E.D Construction dba 3V Company RA Group, LLCRAC Conference Center dba RAC Houston (CR)Radia, Inc. dba Career UniformsRAG Industrial SolutionsRDC Architects, LLCRigging & Welding Specialists, Inc.RJ Engineering SystemsRJM Group, LLC dba City Build Utility SupplyRods Surveying, IncRushmore EnterpriseRyalnd Enterprises, Inc. dba ARVO Realty AdvisorsRZV Ltd Co. dba Texas Landscape Cos(4) Communications, LLCSai Business Solutions, LLCSavience Technologies Private LimitedSentinel Biologics, IncShelia Mitchell Impact ManagementSKE Construction, LLCSmith & Dean, Inc dba Deans Professional ServicesSophia Adrogue', PCSterling Building SpecialistStrategic Litigation PartnersSunrise Delivery

SuperBag USA, CorpSwift Courier ServiceSwift International Service GroupSynergy Management SolutionsSystel, IncTCT Enterprises, LLCTeam Plus BuildTejas Tubular Products, Inc. Teksys, Inc.Tela TechnologiesTexas Electronic Information and Computer CorpTexas Lone Star Mechanical, Inc.The Bulsard Group, LLCThe City Technology Group, LLC The Document GroupThe Fierro Group dba Fencemasters of HoustonThe Information Store, Inc.The Rothschild CorporationThe Unbeatable Connection, LLCThe Web Department, LLCTitan Controls, LLCTolunay-Wong Engineers, Inc.TOPCO dba Geller IncToppins Law Firm, P.C.Trice Education Resources, Inc.Ultimate Linings, LtdVilseckVirtuo Group CorporationW.J. Alexander & AssociatesWalkerCom, Inc.Wal-White, Inc.WestBurchell, IncWorking Objects Janitorial ServiceWorld Commerce Forwarding, Inc.Yo Soy I AmZaytec, Inc

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