The conference is designed for small and minority business owners, executives, and leaders who are ready to scale, secure larger contracts, and build strategic partnerships. Corporate procurement professionals and government agency representatives are also encouraged to attend.

The conference takes place on Friday, September 19 and Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the BJCC (Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex) in Downtown Birmingham, Alabama.

If your goal is to scale your business, strengthen your systems, secure contracts, or find suitable partners and suppliers, this is the event designed specifically with you in mind. 

We’ve restructured the experience around results — with  masterclasses that teach proven growth strategies. The launch of the new Exchange offers a space where real deals and partnerships can be made; plus the new Connection Hours put businesses face-to-face with procurement leaders and corporate buyers.

The Minority Vendor Conference is where capable, established businesses move beyond the basics to position themselves as indispensable suppliers and partners.

Absolutely! The conference features engaging sessions and networking relevant for business owners in all industries.

The Exchange for Small & Minority Businesses is an interactive environment curated to connect businesses directly with corporate and public-sector buyers. It encourages collaboration at all levels, including traditional exhibits from the construction industry and general businesses, skill-development workshops, industry roundtables, and pre-scheduled connections.

Power is not included in the standard Exchange package. It is available for purchase through Edlen, the exclusive electrical provider at the BJCC. Power connections must be coordinated directly with Edlen.

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Masterclasses are focused, high-impact plenary sessions led by executives and thought leaders. These are true working sessions that walk attendees through immediately implementable frameworks and processes in areas like finance, operations, leadership, and marketing.

If smaller, more intimate sessions are more your style, you’ll also want to immerse yourself into the Executive Workshops and Roundtables during the Small & Minority Business Exchange on Friday morning.

A general conference registration includes access to all keynote sessions, masterclasses, The Exchange, the opening luncheon, welcome reception, and all meals and snacks. Hotel accommodations are only included for our Executive Cohort.

Sure. The conference is a fantastic opportunity for professional and business development. In 2025, we’re offering a special team rate for up-to four attendees. Act fast!

Absolutely. Through The Exchange’s Connection Hours and curated meeting slots, attendees can engage directly with buyers, suppliers, and potential partners.

Registration opens soon. Please join our mailing list to receive an announcement when registration goes live. Capacity is limited to ensure quality connections.

Yes. Sponsorships are designed to align with today’s business climate, offering high-visibility opportunities and direct engagement with scaling businesses. Visit the Sponsorship section of the site for more information or Click Here to Download Sponsorship Information.

Yes. Meals during the opening luncheon, welcome reception, and keynote breakfast are included with all registrations. Additional refreshments are provided during networking breaks.

MVP has reserved a block of rooms at the Westin Birmingham. The hotel is conveniently connected to the conference and exchange spaces. |  Click Here to Reserve Your Room at the Westin

It’s entirely up to you. However, attendees typically wear business or business casual attire.

For more information on the Minority Vendor Conference, you can contact the MVP team at conference@mvpalabama.com or call us at (334) 657-1550.

The MVP Vendor conference rate is only available to attendees with companies registered for the Alabama Minority Vendor Program (MVP). If you are uncertain of your status, email us at team@mvpalabama.com or call the MVP Office.

Registration for MVP is always open, and it only takes a few minutes to register your minority business. For more information, visit mvpalabama.com