Our Mission

The Maryland MBDA Business Center is an entrepreneurial-focused and innovative organization, committed to Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (S/EDBE) and wealth creation. The mission of the MBDA is to foster growth and global competitiveness of U.S. S/EDBE. The Maryland MBDA Business Center is part of a national network of 40 centers throughout the country funded by the Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency to help grow and strengthen S/EDBE.

The Maryland MBDA Business Center

The Center, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is operated by L. S. Caldwell & Associates, Inc., a firm nationally recognized for its expertise in Contracting, Employment, and Public Awareness compliance programs. The Maryland MBDA Business Center assists high-growth Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (S/EDBE) in achieving access to markets and capital through a nationwide network of MBDA Business Centers and strategic Resource Partners.

Our Values

The Maryland MBDA Business Center is passionate about strengthening global competitiveness and improving the standard of living for all Americans. We strive to ensure that S/EDBE are fully participating in the global economy with new and creative solutions.