Minority Business Development Agency - U.S. Department of Commerce Employee Directory
Government AdministrationDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Commerce dedicated to advancing minority-owned businesses in the United States. It operates through a network of minority business centers and strategic partners to help minority entrepreneurs grow in size, scale, and capacity. For decades, MBDA has focused on increasing the competitiveness of minority firms, with outcomes that include job creation and expanded access to markets. Based in Washington, D.C., MBDA is a mid-sized federal agency within the government administration sector that serves minority entrepreneurs and minority-owned firms seeking growth. In 2026, MBDA announced an eight-week business development course in partnership with Fulton Bank, illustrating ongoing collaboration to support its mission.