Broward County Minority Builders Coalition, Inc. Supporting the Professionals and Entrepreneurs Who Build Our Communities Broward County Minority Builders Coalition Inc. (BCMBC) is a growing and influential construction trade organization in Broward County, Florida. BCMBC members are general contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, corporations, service providers and more. Samuel J. Delevoe, Sr. E. Pat Larkins Luther Jackson Emanuel Aspras Howard Blackmon Calvin Sapp John Fairer Robert McKinzie, Sr. In 1971, eight minority business and community leaders identified the need for ensuring a level playing field for minority owned construction companies. These men, paved the way for BCMBC to become a leader in creating pathways for success for minority contractors and construction professionals. Our founder and first Executive Director, E. Pat Larkins, a local businessman and city commissioner worked with this team of like-minded professionals to craft and mobilize our mission of: Ensuring that highly skilled minorities and women are fairly represented within the local, state and global construction industry. The visions, intentions and legacy of Mr. Larkins and our founders remain alive.
Our History of Construction and Community Leadership BCMBC has the experience, leadership, resources and expertise to address the critical industry issues that affect your business and our community. Our goal is twofold: (1) to provide effective solutions for issues that directly impact Broward County firms and (2) to facilitate growth through networking, education, resource development programs and activities. BCMBC is dedicated to enabling its members prosperity and growth in spite of today s economic climate. Through years of experience, we ve learned that staying abreast of industry trends, prospects and forecasts is critical. We actively identify and pursue opportunities to ensure strategic positioning and growth for our members. We are industry leaders with the vision and resources to help you stay on top of emerging trends. Over the past forty years, we have maintained our commitment to ensuring that minorities and women not only remain skilled but are also prepared for emergent green technologies within the construction sector. As such, we have received statewide recognition for the South Florida Green Jobs Collaborative and Energy Training Partnership. Coalition members and members of the construction community are receive support and technical assistance through our newly developed Broward County Contractors Resource Center. Whether training and recruiting tomorrow s workers or building your market, BCMBC is a partner that will help your business grow. In fact, our members say their memberships pay for themselves. Committed to Access: Access to Education Access to Resources and Relationships Access to Projects
Members of our Executive Leadership and Business Development Teams work closely with our Board of Directors, Membership Center, Contractor s Resource Center and Community Partners to forge relationships that lead to work for small businesses and entrepreneurs. By maintaining updated profiles of our highly capable members and knowing both specialties and certifications available to meet the needs of developers, builders, home and business owners, we remain prepared for all projects. Membership support services that ensure access to projects include: Mentor-Protégé Program Bonding Assistance Business Referrals Workforce Development Assistance Assistance with Completing Local and Federal Certifications Access to the resources and technical assistance afforded by the Broward County Contractors Resource Center Corporations benefit from a pool of strong personnel that often meet HUD Section-3 and other federal and state hiring requirements.
Relationships are the fuel that feeds business success. We create and ensure opportunities for members to network and build relationships. Many BCMBC members cite the close personal and business relationships that they have developed with their peers and corporations as a very valuable return on their membership investments. Members Nights Out, Builders Circle, Let s Do Business Florida, and other networking events allow members to forge relationships with other industry professionals. Members Nights Out offers a chance for informal networking with key decision makers and executives of industry giants in a casual atmosphere. At Builders Circles, members and recognized industry leaders exchange bestpractice methods. At the annual Lets Do Business Florida Summit, members receive special pricing, reserved seating and unique opportunities to meet and network with leaders of national corporations seeking business in Florida. Marketing opportunities are made available to members through the BCMBC website, directories, conferences, seminars and special events. Industry, council and committee meetings, educational seminars and workshops provide settings for members to network and exchange ideas. Our online membership directory exposes your business to more than 1,500 visitors, of whom many are construction owners in search of contractors, per month.
To meet the undeniable need for skilled and knowledgeable workers, leaders and administrators in the construction industry, BCMBC grooms minorities and females to outperform the industry. BCMBC has created and implements the only Contractors Resource Center locally. The Broward Contractors Resource Center (BCRC) offers capacity building workshops and direct training initiatives that are exceptional, cost-effective, or no-cost programs to educate and enhance the skills of existing workers. To support these trainings, our skilled Job Developers and Industry Liaisons and collaborative partners recruit, support and place new workers; providing a continuum for members of the industry to penetrate and navigate the market. Existing construction and construction related businesses are supported in developing capacity and professional development through a robust offering of educational programs to help improve every aspect of your business. Whether training and recruiting tomorrow s workers or building your market, BCMBC is a partner that will help your business grow. In fact, our members say their memberships pay for themselves. BCRC offerings include: Monthly Capacity Building Meetings help members to get Get Ready for the Yes through workshops, trainings and technical assistance. To aid members career development, Continuing Education Courses, numerous work shops, seminars, and educational activities include the OSHA Safety and Health 10-Hour Program, Contractor Quality Management, Project Management and Supervisor Training. Affordable technical and soft skills training for entrepreneurs and contractors include: Renewable Energy/Energy Efficient Building Classes Local and National Certification Preparation Business Related Training, i.e., Estimating; Developing and Selling Your Company s Brand; Financial Management
Centered on our members, BCMBC recognizes that its greatest resource is its members whose knowledge and expertise encompass every phase of the construction industry. Our membership center provides a sense of community, both on-ground and on-line. Staffed by communications, development and customer service professionals, the membership center meets our mission by ensuring that members are at the center of every effort. Benefits for certified diverse firms include: Mentor-Protégé Program Bonding Assistance Business Referrals Workforce Development Assistance Assistance with Completing Local and Federal Certifications Members Nights Out Builders Circles Monthly Capacity Building Meetings Continuing Education Courses Affordable Technical and Soft Skills Trainings Renewable Energy/Energy Efficient Building Classes Local and National Certification Preparation Industry Related Trainings Membership Highlights: Year round membership events Offers vast opportunities for growth and expansion Affordable technical and soft skills training for entrepreneurs/contractors Access to qualified CBE, DBE and MWBE Businesses to meet federal project requirements Support services that provide temporary assistance to give small firms a business boost Active involvement in community service activities that enable small businesses to give back to our communities Members have a full calendar of events that allow access to projects, relationships and resources. Marketing Opportunities
Membership events include: Getting Ready for the Yes! Small Business Capacity Building Series Night Out Networking Mixers with Corporate/Industry Partners HUD Section 3 Workshops Other Industry Related Workshops Events/Activities by BCMBC Partners Annual Let s Do Business Florida conference Annual Founder s Day Banquet Become a Coalition member today. You will receive direct access to bids and projects, technical assistance to ensure your competitiveness, networking opportunities with key decision makers, and continuing education and training. Annual memberships with multi-year discounts are structured to meet the needs of individuals, non-profits, small businesses and corporations. Annual Membership Dues OUR HIGH VALUE, LOW COST MEMBERSHIP LEVELS AND ANNUAL RATES: Protégé - $50 Apprentice - Small Businesses, Contractors, Entrepreneurs By Volume Annual Dues Less than $1M: $300 $1-5 M: $500 $6-15M: $800 $15+M: $1,000 Joiner - Suppliers and Vendors Less than $1M: $300 $1-15 M: $800 $15 + M: $1,000 Affiliates Non-Profit Organizations $150 (Please attach a copy of your 501c-3 Certificate of Exemption) Community Based Organizations Municipalities Corporate Partners Artisan $5,000 Journeyman $7,500 Master Builder $10,000
A Level For Everyone! Protégé BCMBC Membership allows individuals multiple opportunities to network and establish relationships with industry leaders as well as affordable trainings and reduced rates to all membership events. Apprentice BCMBC Membership allows small businesses, contractors and entrepreneurs to thrive in a supportive environment and focus on access to projects, relationships and resources. Apprentice level members receive frequent bid opportunities, technical assistance, affordable trainings, marketing opportunities and much more. Joiner BCMBC Membership allows suppliers and vendors who may not be directly involved in construction to network with those who are and create important exchanges of goods, services and information. Joiner level members are able to work with construction firms to deliver on projects and become a key member or supporter of construction, building and development teams. Affiliate BCMBC Membership allows nonprofits, community based organizations and municipalities opportunities to create relationships with potential donors and volunteers. Affiliate level members are able to establish a pipeline of opportunities to generate employment, and increase volunteerism as well as donations. Artisan, Journeyman, Master Builder Corporate Partners BCMBC Membership provides opportunities for corporations to expand and develop their talent pool, meet federal and other hiring requirements and demonstrate corporate social responsibility. Corporate partner level membership allows for ongoing marketing and brand ambassadorship activities and increasing opportunities for growth through collaborations and partnerships. BCMBC Membership provides a supportive environment for small, certified, diverse and construction-related businesses to thrive in a number of ways. For Affiliates: Non-Profit and Community Based Organization and Municipalities BCMBC Membership provides a supportive environment for all organizations to thrive.
Broward County Minority Builders Coalition, Inc. was established in 1971 and continues to work toward its mission of : Ensuring that highly skilled minorities and women are fairly represented within the local, state and global construction industry. Current and Past Programs and Services: Home Touch Weatherization Assistance Program South Florida Green Jobs Collaborative/Energy Training Partnership Community Improvement Programs Construction Management Services Coalition Members have worked to build and develop: Avenue Executive Center Affordable Housing Projects in Fort Lauderdale Multiple Projects Funded by Broward County Club Red at the now BB& T Center Broward Center for the Performing Arts Northwest Federated Women s Club Progresso Pointe Scott Carver Housing Development Urban League of Broward County Midtown Commerce Center BCMBC Partners and Collaborates with: Advanced Green Technologies Broward County Schools, Atlantic Technical Center Broward County Office of Economic & Small Business Development Broward Alliance Broward College Broward Technical Centers City of Lauderhill City of Fort Lauderdale Lauderhill Regional Chamber of Commerce M.Gill & Associates Miami Dade Chamber of Commerce OIC of Broward County TJ Reddick Bar Association Reliance Housing Foundation United Way of Broward County Urban League of Broward County Workforce One
665 SW 27 Avenue Suite 16 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312 Ofc:: (954) 792-1121 Ext 16 Fax: (754) 200-4982 Email: Membership.Center@MinorityBuilders.org