Our Story & Mission
Founded in 2002, MBRT is the first national organization dedicated to CEOs of America's leading minority-owned businesses — serving as a unified voice across five presidential administrations.
The premier voice for diverse business leadership in America.
MBRT is a national, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization for CEOs of America's multinational businesses — top-tier entrepreneurs representing every industry sector. Members hold positions equivalent to chief executive officer or chairperson in their respective enterprises.
The organization serves as a unified voice, empowering businesses to achieve growth and prosperity through active participation in public and private programs and initiatives, expanding entrepreneurship and creating jobs across America.
MBRT functions as the vehicle for its members to analyze and help formulate effective public policies that impact their businesses. Programs include regional, national, and international conferences; White House and Congressional briefings; and luncheons with Governors, Cabinet Members, and agency leaders in Washington, D.C. and across the United States.
The organization was founded in 2002 as the first national organization specifically for CEOs of leading Hispanic American, African American, Asian American, and Native American-owned businesses. Its stated mission is to serve as a unified voice for diverse businesses, provide a national and international forum for over 6 million CEOs of diverse firms, and empower businesses to achieve growth and prosperity through participation in public and private programs.
Key Facts
Advancing the economic interests of America's diverse business community.
Unified Voice
Serve as a unified voice for diverse businesses, providing a national and international forum for over 6 million CEOs of diverse firms.
Policy Influence
Analyze and help formulate effective public policies that impact minority businesses through White House and Congressional briefings.
Procurement Access
Unlock federal and corporate procurement opportunities for minority, veteran, HUBZone, and women-owned businesses.
Public-Private Partnerships
Build enduring partnerships between government agencies, Fortune 500 corporations, and diverse business enterprises.
Entrepreneurship
Expand entrepreneurship and create jobs across America through targeted programs, education, and mentorship initiatives.
International Growth
Facilitate international business development and trade opportunities for America's diverse business community.
IRS Recognized 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
MBRT, Inc. is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to MBRT are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
The organization's EIN is 03-0452820. MBRT's tax-exempt status reflects its commitment to serving the public interest by advancing economic opportunity for minority, veteran, HUBZone, and women-owned businesses across America.
