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PROFILES 

SPECIAL EDITION: 

2012 MAMSDC 

CorporAtion 

of the yeAr 

BuilDing SuCCeSS 

through Support 

& eDuCAtion 

WhAt’S inSiDe: 

Meet the Council 

raising the Bar: 

educational programs 

& Business Development 

Certification leads 

to Success 

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STEvE DuNN, 

Chairman, JE Dunn 

KAy SAuNDErS 

CEO, BEllEwEthEr, ltD 

MidAmerica Minority Supplier Development Council 

MArvIN CArOLINA, Jr. 

VP COrPOratE DiVErsity, JE Dunn 

2012 EDITION

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In this Issue 

Welcome To the MAMSDC Special Edition ........................................P.04 

Meet The Council ...............................................................................................P.05 

The NMSDC In 2012: Joset B. Wright .....................................................P.11 

MBEConnect Profiles 

American Digital Security ......................................................................................P.12 

Alexander Mechanical Contractors, Inc. ..........................................................P.14 

Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. ............................................................................P.16 

Burtin & Associates, Inc. .........................................................................................P.18 

Controlled Environment Products, Inc. ............................................................P.20 

Educational Programs & the NMSDC ....................................................P.22 

Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee (MBEIC) ........P.25 

Diggs Construction, LLC. .......................................................................................P.26 

DG Business Solutions, Inc. ...................................................................................P.28 

DuraComm .................................................................................................................P.30 

EccoSelect ...................................................................................................................P.32 

eVolv Solutions ..........................................................................................................P.34 

2012 Corporation Of The Year ...................................................................P.37 

Gates Bar-B-Q .............................................................................................................P.40 

Greenleaf Construction Co., Inc. . ........................................................................P.42 

JMA Information Technology ...............................................................................P.44 

Luevano Hart Construction, LLC ........................................................................P.46 

Perfect Output ...........................................................................................................P.48 

UBM Success Story ............................................................................................P.50 

P/Strada .......................................................................................................................P.52 

Technology Group Solutions, LLC ......................................................................P.54 

Treco, Inc. ....................................................................................................................P.56 

Unlimited Building Maintenance .......................................................................P.58 

Turner Construction: Exceeding Expectations ...............................P.60 

WingGate Travel ........................................................................................................P.62 

Diversity Compliance Group ................................................................................P.64 

MBEConnect ...............................................................................................................P.65 

VendTech Enterprise, LLC ......................................................................................P.66 

MBEConnect Profiles | MAMSDC SPECIAL EDITION 3

From the MAMSDC Leadership 

CelebratingOurSuccess 

Brian Britton 

Chairman 

Chris Evans 

Chairman, MBEIC 

Lonnie C. Scott 

President/CEO 

4 MBEConnect Profiles | MAMSDC SPECIAL EDITION 

Welcome to a very special issue of MBEConnect Profiles magazine, one that is completely 

dedicated to the MidAmerica Minority Supplier Development Council (MAMSDC). Inside 

this issue you will find detailed business profiles of some of the first class Minority Business 

Enterprises (MBEs) certified by our council. 

It is with great pleasure that we acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments of the 

MAMSDC and the goals that we have set for our organization in the future. Since the 

establishment of our council over 25 years ago, we have worked to connect and advocate for the 

mutually beneficial partnerships between our corporate members and our MBEs. MAMSDC has 

strived to be the premier organization, in the Greater Kansas City area and the state of Kansas to 

create opportunities for our corporate members and MBEs to build relationships with the hopes 

of working together. This has been our focal point for the mutual economic advancement and 

growth of the communities we collectively serve. 

MAMSDC is a privately funded, 501(c)3 corporate services organization and is an affiliate of the 

National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC). We are one of the few not for profit 

organizations that receive no federal or state support and survive entirely on the support of our 

corporate members and certified MBEs. Our members include major corporations and public 

entities in industry, finance, professional services, construction, consumer products and health 

care organizations that are tapping into the emerging global marketplace. 

Our corporate members look to MAMSDC for minority owned and operated companies that 

can meet the needs of their demanding supply chain. Our corporate members understand the 

true benefit of utilizing MAMSDC certified MBEs as an opportunity to deliver innovative, quality 

products, along with world-class customer service. Corporations partner with MAMSDC with the 

understanding that minority supplier diversity programs are not just a competitive advantage, 

but a strategic imperative. 

As this issue indicates, MAMSDC is proud of the hard work and achievements of our certified 

MBEs, as well as the dedication to supplier diversity exhibited by our corporate members. 

MAMSDC and the minority business community have come a long way since the organization 

was founded. The journey is not yet complete, and we look forward to continued success and 

growth moving forward.

Meet the 

Lonnie Scott 

President 

MAMSDC 

(10 years) 

Maggie Riley 

Director of Events 

MAMSDC 

(8 years) 

! 

MAMSDCVThe 

MAMSDC staff is dedicated 

to providing excellent service to 

its certified MBEs and corporate 

members. 

“When you create your own 

destiny, you prevent others 

from doing it for you.” 

Responsible for: Council Management, 

Board of Directors, Executive 

Committee, Council Spokesperson, 

Program Development, Government 

Relations, Fund Development & 

Grant Solicitation. 

“Success always comes when 

preparation meets opportunity. 

The result is our suppliers bring 

added skill sets that prove to 

be advantageous to corporate 

members that value reducing costs, 

promoting innovation 

and connecting with a broader 

customer base.” 

TE M 

Responsible for: Media Relations, Publications, 

Annual Awards Luncheon, Annual Golf Outing, Business 

Opportunity Fair, Holiday Bash, Meeting Planning, In-kind 

Contribution Solicitations, Special Events, Sponsorships, 

Contributions, Programs, Quality Control, Web Management, 

Corporate Members Orientation, Corporate Member 

Services, MAMSDC Marketplace Reporting, 

In-kind Contribution Solicitations, Other Member Training, 

Information Dissemination. 

Donna Wright 

Vice President 

MAMSDC 

(6 years) 

Asya Evans 

Business Development 

MAMSDC 

(2 years) 

“Making the connection 

between corporations and 

MBEs is my passion! It is an 

important effort because it 

leverages the core American 

values of fairness and equal 

opportunity by attempting to 

level the playing field in the 

U.S. business environment. 

My greatest joy is to know that 

I’ve participated!” 

Responsible for: Facilities Management, Program and 

Funding Development, Corporate Recruitment, Corporate 

Member Services, Site Events, MBE Recruitment, MBE 

Orientation, MBE Outreach, MBE Development, Area Site 

Visits, Certification Applications, Certification Reviews, 

MBE Programs, Personnel Management. 

“When corporations and 

minority businesses work 

together, the results are 

amazing! I am thrilled to play 

a role in helping them both 

achieve greater results. It’s a 

win-win for everyone, most 

importantly, the community 

in which they serve”. 

Responsible for: Corporate Recruitment and Retention, 

Corporate Outreach, Special Projects, Certification Review 

and Site Visits, Corporate Development, MBE Development, 

Corporate/MBE Orientations, MBE Outreach and 

Retention, MBEIC Liaison. 


Nicholas Stewart 

Certification Specialist 

MAMSDC 

(2 years) 

“Start-up businesses are my 

favorite. After the framework of 

the business is laid out, that’s 

when the innovation in business 

takes place… innovative minds are 

in small business.” 

Responsible For: Certification Review, 

Site Visits, MBE Orientations, MBE 

Outreach, MBE Development, MBE 

Programs, MBE Retention, MBE 

Recruitment, MBEIC Liaison, 

Corporate Recruitment & Retention. 

The current staff of six ensures that all of the 

organization’s needs are consistently met in both 

the Kansas City headquarters and the Wichita 

satellite office. Get to know the passionate 

individuals who continue to help MAMSDC carry 

out its mission and fulfill its vision. 

Mary McMenemy 

Administrative Assistant 

MAMSDC 

(7 years) 

“I have been with the council 

seven years and continue 

to be amazed at the big 

accomplishments of our tiny 

group of passionate, dedicated 

staff.” 

Responsible for: Certification 

Applications, MBE Database 

Oversight, Payment Posting, Member 

Records & Mailings, Office Support 

Services, Mail Distribution, bid/RFP 

Postings, Board Committees, 

NMSDC Reports. 

Kansas City 

1109 E. 9th Street 

Kansas City, MO 64106 

816-221-4200 

info@mambdc.org 

Wichita 

200 East 1st Street 

Suite 303 

Wichita, KS 67202 

316-303-1703 

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Contact 

the 

MAMSDC 

Staff

Minority Supplier 

Development Council 

Developing and Growing 

Opportunities for MBEs 

For almost three decades, the MidAmerica Minority Supplier Development Council (MAMSDC) has 

enhanced the growth and development of minority owned business enterprises (MBEs) through 

participation in private and public sector procurement programs. As one of 37 regional councils of 

the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), MAMSDC represents businesses 

across Kansas and Western Missouri. 

The official mission of MAMSDC 

is to “Increase business development 

opportunities between majority and 

minority businesses and to strengthen 

our community.” Foremost, the 

council aims to facilitate greater 

corporate purchasing volume with 

MBE suppliers through a robust 

and involved network. MAMSDC 

continually strives to achieve 

excellence and has a history full of 

innovation, dedication and hard 

work. 

History 

In the late 1970’s and early 1980’s, 

Growth 

over the 

Years 

minorities across the Kansas City 

metropolitan area were becoming 

increasingly frustrated with the state 

of affairs in the city, especially with 

the lack of opportunities available 

to them in the world of business. In 

Kansas City, 29% of the 1.4 million 

residents at the time were minorities, 

yet very few had access to meaningful 

business opportunities. A group 

of Kansas City business leaders, 

including members of the Civic 

Council and Chamber of Commerce, 

banded together to create an 

organization in order to change 

1986: In six months, the 

council helps 19 minority 

firms get more than $1.2 

million in business. 

1990: Mainstream 

members purchase 

more than $78 million 

from minority firms; 

$32 million locally. 

the status quo and create a more 

equitable business environment in the 

city. 

A purchasing council for minorityowned 

businesses was one of many 

ideas that emerged. That organization 

was first known as the Kansas City 

Minority Supplier Development 

Council (KCMSDC) and was officially 

established in 1983. KCMSDC founders 

concluded that the Board of Directors 

should exclusively consist of corporate 

CEOs. Top business executives from 

Hallmark Cards, KCP&L, Tension 

Envelope, JE Dunn Construction, 

1992: Mainstream 

members spend 

$139 million with 

minority suppliers; 

$57 million locally. 


Helzberg Diamonds, Southwestern 

Bell Telephone Company, Alpha 

Plastics, United-Telecom and other key 

companies were recruited to become 

part of the first KCMSDC Board 

of Directors. 

Utilizing these key decision makers 

ensured that the new purchasing 

patterns and policies would be driven 

through companies from the topdown 

as well as hold purchasing 

directors accountable for results. 

CEOs worked with KCMSDC’s highly 

trained staff to learn how to conduct 

business with minority suppliers and 

make calls to area businesses asking 

them to use minority firms. CEO board 

members helped close the loop and 

secured deals with minority suppliers. 

As a result of the CEOs’ efforts, more 

doors were opened, more business 

was conducted, and a database was 

developed pairing those from the 

corporate community willing to 

engage in business exchange with 

minority suppliers. 

During KCMSDC’s first 13 years, it 

held the unique distinction of being 

the only council in the United States 

with a Board of Directors composed 

of CEOs. Serving on the Board 

required more than the traditional 

governance and oversight associated 

with a nonprofit organization, but 

also lots of work creating initiatives 

and making deals happen. Programs 

launched by the organization in its 

early years included: The annual 

awards luncheon, monthly spotlight 

luncheons, Adopt-a-Vendor, Video 

Vendor, dues investment, joint 

venture promotion, business 

counseling, business investment 

1995: $303 million 

worth of business 

was conducted with 

minority suppliers. 


expo, certification site visits and 

referrals. 

In addition to the CEOs, the original 

KCMSDC Board adopted the “one 

member” concept established by 

NMSDC, in which a single member 

of the minority business community 

serves on the Board. To ensure the 

single minority business member 

accurately reflected the needs and 

wants of the larger MBE community, 

the Minority Input Committee was 

formed. Likewise, the Purchasing 

Advisory Committee was created 

to represent the views of over 750 

local purchasers who had agreed 

to do more business with minority 

firms and was the first of its kind. 

These committees conducted broad 

research on how to best create a 

new organization and included best 

practices on identifying existing 

minority suppliers, detecting the 

best qualified suppliers, finding 

corporations willing to participate 

in the campaign, establishing a 

certification process and determining 

basic organizational functions and 

programs. 

Together, the committees and 

board members helped KCMSDC 

achieve a great deal of success. In 

just 6 months, 80 minority members 

and 41 corporate members helped 19 

minority firms obtain more than $1.2 

million. 

In 1995, KCMSDC changed its name 

to the Minority Supplier Council (MSC) 

and held their first annual business 

expo later that year. MAMSDC first 

became an affiliate of the NMSDC 

in 1990 and became a 501(c)3 

organization under the umbrella of 

1997: $425 million worth of 

business reported among 170 

minority businesses and 163 

mainstream corporations 

certified with the council. 

NMSDC in 1998. 

2000: 203 minority 

business owners and 

185 corporations are 

certified with the council. 

Today 

Almost 30 years later, MAMSDC 

remains a business community that 

continues to grow stronger through 

increased diversity. Six staff members 

ensure that the needs of members 

are met and that the mission of the 

organization is properly executed. The 

council is funded through corporate 

dues, MBE certification, program and 

event fees, sponsorships and grants. 

Beyond Kansas City 

Though initially focused solely on 

the Kansas City metropolitan area, 

geographic responsibility for the 

MAMSDC now includes Western 

Missouri and the entire state of 

Kansas. In 2006, MAMSDC opened 

a second office in Wichita to better 

serve minority businesses throughout 

the state of Kansas. 

Vice President Donna Wright 

serves as the director of the Wichita 

satellite office and brings a wealth 

of experience across the corporate 

and small business spectrum to this 

position. Ms. Wright has extensive 

experience as a senior purchasing 

agent and assisting with supplier 

diversity initiatives from the Boeing 

Company’s Wichita operations. She 

is also a former local business owner, 

consultant, and community business 

supporter. Her experience, paired with 

the strategic organizational expansion 

to Wichita, gives the satellite office a 

valuable local resource for corporate 

sourcing opportunities. 

In just a few years, the Wichita office 

has been able to bring minority 

business participation to the forefront 

2009: 240 minority firms 

and 121 mainstream firms 

are certified through the 

council.

Upcoming Events 

Kansas City 

Wichita 

• May 17 – 16th Annual Business 

Opportunity Fair 

• May 24 – Spotlight Luncheon 

• June 25 – Annual Golf Outing 

• July 24 – Buyer/Supplier Forum 

• August 9 – Spotlight Luncheon 

• August 14 – Spotlight Luncheon 

• August 29 – How to do Business 

with… 

• September 18 – Annual Golf Outing 

• September 20 – Corporate 

Roundtable 

• October 10 – Buyer/Supplier Forum 

• October 17 – 10th Annual Casino 

Marketplace 

• November 1 – How to do Business 

with… 

• November 13 – Spotlight Luncheon 

• November 28 – Corporate Roundtable 

• December 13 – Holiday Bash 

• December 20 – Holiday Bash 

through federal, state, county, city, and 

school district procurement programs 

throughout the state of Kansas. The 

number of corporate supporters and 

certified MBEs has rapidly increased 

since the office opened. A key milestone 

marking the success of the satellite office 

is the partnership between the Wichita 

Airport Authority and MAMSDC, formed in 

2009 in order to increase the involvement 

of minority businessesin the construction 

of a new airport terminal. 

What MAMSDC Offers MBEs 

Certification, development 

and access to opportunities are 

the three main services MAMSDC 

offers MBEs. Connecting certified 

MBEs in a wide range of service 

areas with corporate buyers 

facilitates MBE growth and 

expansion and is the primary 

focus of MAMSDC. This is 

accomplished not just through 

working with and identifying 

MBEs, but also by directly 

informing corporate buyers 

about the products and services 

available through MAMSDC’s 

certified MBEs. The business 

Opportunity Fair and networking 

sessions, also helps MBEs to build 

meaningful relationships with 

government agencies, private 

corporations and other minority 

suppliers. 

Additional resources to help 

MBEs grow and develop are 

available through MAMSDC. 

Financial and capital assistance 

is available to certified 

MBEs through the Business 

Consortium Fund and lending 

institutions. MAMSDC also 

encourages larger companies 

to invest in smaller MBEs. 

Continuing education, whether 

through local sessions and 

workshops, or national programs 

like the Kellogg Advanced 

Management Education 

Program and the Tuck 

Executive Program, 

provides certified 

member 

MBEs with 

the chance to 

increase their 

capacity 

and competitiveness. 

What MAMSDC Offers 

Corporations 

Corporations are an essential 

component to the success of 

MAMSDC. All corporate members 

of MAMSDC are granted access 

to the powerful NMSDC national 

network, which consists of committed 

corporate peers, top flight MBEs and 

high profile publicity within diverse 

markets. By working directly with its 

corporate partners, MAMSDC helps 

corporations fulfill their procurement 

needs with the best possible 

match. MAMSDC provides technical 

assistance and support to increase 

and enhance its services to both 

corporate and MBE members. 

MAMSDC identifies, adopts and 

promotes best practices that 

encourage the purchase of goods 

and services from area MBEs. Member 

corporations without an existing 

minority purchasing program can turn 

to MAMSDC for advice and guidance. 

Asya Evans & 

Caroline Knecht 


MAMSDC 

2011/2012 

Board of Directors 

Chairman 

Brian Britton 

AVP Labor & Relations 

Black & Veatch 

Vice-Chairman 

Eugene Agee 

VP, Procurement & Real 

Estate Management 

Sprint, Inc. 

Chairman, MBEIC 

Chris Evans 

President 

T-Shirt King 

President/CEO 

Lonnie C. Scott 

MidAmerica Minority 

Supplier Development Council 

Secretary 

William H. Dunn, Jr. 

Senior Vice President 

J.E. Dunn Construction Company 

Treasurer 

Brent Vander Ark 

VP, Supply Chain Management 

& Decision Support 

CenturyLink Corporation 

Immediate Past-Chairman 

Bret Pilney, P.E. 

Vice President, Aviation & Facilities 

Burns & McDonnell 

Nancy Grasse 

SVP & Director of Contracts 

Administration & Purchasing 

UMB Financial Corporation 


Maria Jenks 

Vice President, Supply Chain 

KCP&L 

Pete Burney 

Senior Vice President of Supply 

Chain & Business Enablement 

Hallmark Cards 

L. Eric Burtin 

President/General Manager 

Burtin & Associates 

James M. Creegan 

Vice President, 

General Manager 

OfficeMax 

James M. Daley, Ph.D. 

Special Assistant to the President 

Rockhurst University 

John E. Sloss 

Vice President, HR/EHS 

Commercial Lithographing 

Company 

Robert C. Levy 

Shareholder 

Seigfreid, Bingham, 

Levy, Selzer & Gee 

Arthur J. Tanner 

President 

Tinmaster, Inc. 

Young W. Sexton 

President/CEO 

WingGate Travel 

Troy A. Stremming 

Senior VP of Government 

Relations and Public Affairs 

Ameristar Casinos, Inc. 

Marilyn D. Townsend 

Chairman/CEO 

Controlled Environment Products 

Eric D. Jones 

Vice President 

Mazuma Credit Union 

Emeritus 

MAMSDC Founding Father 

Bert Berkley 

Chairman 

Tension Envelope Corp. 

Emeritus 

MAMSDC Founding Father 

Donald J. Hall 

Chairman 

Hallmark Cards 

Emeritus 

John P. Meyer 

Director, Center of 

Leadership & Ethics 

Rockhurst University Helzberg 

School of Management 

Emeritus 

Dave Platt 

Retired Embarq Executive

Joset B. Wright is an attorney and 

former procurement executive who 

currently serves as the President of the 

NMSDC, a position she has held since 

2010. By her account, the NMSDC has a 

bright future with lots to offer both MBEs 

and corporate members alike following 

the successful completion of a five-year 

strategic plan in 2011. “We will spend 

2012 working with six committees to 

develop an implementation plan, which 

will shape the future direction of NMSDC 

as we focus on four core competencies: 

certify, develop, connect and advocate,” 

says Ms. Wright. 

Joining the ranks of over 16,000 

certified minority-owned businesses 

through NMSDC is a smart decision for 

entrepreneurs looking to expand. “For 

MBEs, an NMSDC certification opens 

the door to allow them to compete for 

corporate contracts,” says Ms. Wright. But 

it’s not just about opportunities; NMSDC 

certification is also focused on business 

development and enhancement. 

Providing top-notch programs for 

education and development is another 

priority for NMSDC. “We added a Director 

of Learning Programs position last year, 

so we can develop learning programs 

on various platforms for our MBEs and 

corporate members,” notes Ms. Wright. 

“We are working with our MBEs through 

programs like our Centers of Excellence 

and the Advanced Management 

THE NMSDC IN 2012: 

CERTIFY, DEVELOP, CONNECT 

& ADVOCATE 

For the past 40 years, the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) has encouraged the 

formation of mutually beneficial relationships between minority suppliers and the public and private 

sectors. NMSDC expands business opportunities for minority-owned companies of all sizes and helps 

build a stronger, more equitable society by supporting and promoting minority business enterprise 

(MBE) development. Since it was chartered in 1972, the private nonprofit has grown to include a national 

office in New York and 37 regional councils across the country. 

Education Program at Kellogg to help 

them maximize their potential and be 

better supply-chain partners,” she adds. 

New tools are available to help MBEs 

ensure that their companies are in 

the best shape possible, such as the 

NMSDC Biz Fit Challenge tool, which was 

launched last year. “It is a free, online 

“For MBEs, an NMSDC 

certification opens 

the door to allow 

them to compete for 

corporate contracts,” 

—Joset B. Wright, 

President of the NMSDC 

assessment tool designed to help MBEs 

determine the financial health of their 

companies,” says Ms. Wright. “That 

information is increasingly becoming 

a factor in corporations’ decisions to 

contract with an MBE. They want to 

be sure their supply chain partners are 

financially healthy and able to execute 

contracts.” 

Improving and serving as a resource 

for minority business owners is just 

one part of the equation for NMSDC; 

they also strive to meet the wants and 

needs of their corporate members. 

“Corporations benefit from being 

members of NMSDC because they 

have access to more than 16,000 

certified minority suppliers, as well as a 

host of educational and developmental 

programs provided by NMSDC.” 

Corporations are setting their 

sights larger than ever for their MBE 

participation. “Our corporate 

members say they need MBEs with 

more scale and capacity to handle large 

contracts,” says Ms. Wright. “NMSDC is 

here to meet that need.” 

LEarN MorE about the NMSDC and its 

programs online at http://www.nmsdc.org. 


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—Jon Brady 

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—Mike Siebers 

Director of Loss Prevention 

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“The administrators in the building were amazed at how 

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either in live view or saved footed when tracking moving 

suspects is another nice feature. You cannot go wrong with 

having ADS take care of your security needs!!” 

—Lyle Kreisel 

Director of Facilities 

“ADS wins the coveted “25 Under 25” Award” 

The 25 Under 25® Award honors 25 outstanding 

metropolitan-area businesses with fewer than 25 employees. 

From more than 1,000 nominations, our panel of 

distinguished judges have chosen the top 25 companies 

with fewer than 25 employees to join the outstanding 

alumni from the past 10 years. 

BUSINESS STATISTICS 

INDUSTRY BUSINESS DATA 

CONTACT US: AMERICAN DIGITAL SECURITy 

Watch this video online at MBeconnectMagazine.coM 

PRIMARY INDUSTRY SERVED SECURITY 

NAICS CoDES 541690 561621 

BUSINESS fINANCIAL DATA 

2009 2010 2011 

SAlES gRowTh % 20% 20% 25% 

NUMbER of EMPloYEES 12 15 20 

BUSINESS & DIVERSITY CERTIfICATIONS 

bUSINESS/ 

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4 NMSDC MAMSDC 

1 STATE OF MO MBE/DBE 

1 KANSAS CITy MBE 

AMERICAN DIGITAL SECURITY 

140 WESTWOODS DR. 

LIBERTy, MO 64068 

PHONE: (816) 415-4237 


BILL ALEXANDER - PRESIDENT 

ALExANDER MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC. 

ABOUT US 

Alexander Mechanical Contractors, Inc. 

is a full service mechanical contractor, 

performing work in the commercial, 

industrial, institutional, government and 

military markets. Established in 1998, 

Alexander Mechanical employs a staff of 

qualified engineers, LEED certified APs, detailers, and project 

managers experienced a various areas of the construction 

industry. Alexander Mechanical performs 60 percent of its 

volume of work in the design build and design assist market, 

with the remaining work in the plan and spec market. 

Alexander Mechanical Contractors is signatory to Plumbers 

Local #8, Pipefitters Local #533, Sheet Metal Workers Local 

#2, Laborers Local #264 and Teamsters Local #541. 

Whether you are looking for a turnkey design/build 

installation, or a competitive bid on a plan and spec 

project. Alexander Mechanical is the full service mechanical 

contractor that can get your job done on time and within 

budget. 

Alexander Mechanical has a management staff with over 50 

years of combined experience in all phases of mechanical 

work. Our strength is working within the owner’s budget. 

As contractors, we know cost, not just initial cost, but your 

system’s continuing costs for operation and maintenance. 

At Alexander Mechanical, we can assist architects in selecting 

and designing a cost effective, and energy efficient HVAC 


and plumbing system. Through reviewing, surveying and 

analyzing a customer’s needs, we can develop economical 

solutions for our customers. 

We have in-house engineering resources, with a peer review 

system for design/build projects. Each project is evaluated 

objectively to determine features that create an effective 

design. 

We then analyze the design to ensure that it is consistent 

with the construction budget and schedule. Our expertise 

and capabilities enable us to perform complete design/build 

services on a variety of commercial HVAC and plumbing 

applications. 

HISTORY 

Alexander Mechanical Contractors is a 

thirteen year old company, originally 

located in Kansas City, Kansas in the 

heart of Fairfax. Alexander Mechanical 

in the past nine years has been able to 

continually grow beyond its expectations, 

increasing its need for larger facilities. Due to 

that growth, Alexander Mechanical moved its operation from 

Fairfax to 8744 East Alice in Kansas City, Missouri in 2004. 

Out-growing that facility, it was decided it was time to secure 

a permanent home for the company. In 2007, the Board 

decided to purchase property and build its own facility. The 

company moved into a temporary facility, while awaiting the 

completion of their new facility that was completed in 2009. 

The new home for Alexander Mechanical is located at Parvin 

Road and Kentucky, in Kansas City, Missouri. 

LEADERSHIP 

Alexander Mechanical was established in 1998 by its current 

President and CEO William Alexander. Joining Mr. Alexander 

is David M. Doss, Vice President and licensed mechanical 

engineer, and Wanda Alexander, Corporate Secretary/ 

Treasurer and Office Manager. 

Alexander Mechanical Contractors is achieving a reputation 

that is associated with performance, quality workmanship 

and integrity in the construction industry.

Alexander Mechanical’s staff includes engineers, project 

managers, project administrators, safety managers, service 

managers, superintendents and a well trained union 

workforce. 

SERVICES 

Alexander Mechanical is a full service mechanical contractor, 

performing work in the commercial, industrial, institutional, 

government and military markets. Part of 

the Alexander team, it has a HVAC and 

Plumbing service department. 

Alexander Mechanical Contractors 

service delivery team has the training, 

skills and experience necessary to provide 

the highest quality performance customers 

expect. Based in Kansas City, our primary focus has been 

the service, repair and replacement of HVAC and plumbing 

systems. 

We specialize in creating innovative, yet cost-effective 

service solutions for complex problems as well as best 

practice preventive maintenance and complete system 

analysis that will allow owners facilities to operate more 

efficiently. 

An added value to Alexander Mechanical Contractors expert 

services is their on-staff LEED APs that can assist owners in 

commissioning and the re-commissioning of their facilities. 

Services Include: 

Boilers 

Chillers 

Pumps 

Cooling Towers 

Air Handlers 

Clients Include: 

JE Dunn Construction Co., Inc. 

A. L. Huber Construction 

Burns and McDonnell 

Harley Davidson 

Johnson Controls Inc. 

3M 

AT&T 

KCP&L 

Turner Construction 

Nabholz Construction 

McCown Gordon Construction Co. 

University of Missouri 

Computer Room Systems 

Roof Top Units 

Variable Frequency Drives 

Humidity Control 

Tenant Finish 

KCMO School District 

KCMO Aviation Department 

General Service Administration 

USDA 

Army Corp of Engineers 

Department of Defense 

Department of the Navy 

Veterans Administration 

Purdum Construction 

Darland Construction Co. 

U. S. Engineering 

Weitz Company 

EMAIL: INFO@ALExMECH.COM 



PRIMARY INDUSTRY 

SERVED 

NAICS CoDES 


CoMMERCIAl AND INDUSTRIAl 

236210 236220 

238220 238990 

ALEXANDER MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS 

4251 N. KENTUCKy AVE. 

KANSAS CITy, MO 64161 

PHONE: (816) 833-0700 

MBEConnect Profiles | MAMSDC SPECIAL EDITION 15 

238210 

2009 2010 2011 

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NOTABLE PROJECTS 

J.E. Dunn Corporate Headquarters 

Richard Bolling Federal Building 

Oak Street Parking Garage UMKC 

NNSA / Honeywell Facility 

Wizards Stadium 

John Deere Corporate Headquarters 

Naval Reserve Center 

UMKC Student Union 

KCP&L - Power House Maintenance All Facilities 

Kansas City Overhaul Base 

Munson Army Hospital 

Ft. Leavenworth MATOC 

McConnell Air Force Base MATOC 


ChAPTER/ 

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14 KANSAS CITy, MO. MBE/DBE 


1 STATE OF MISSOURI MBE/DBE 

1 STATE OF KANSAS (KDOT)DBE 

1 DENVER, CO. MBE/DBE 

1 STATE OF ILLINOIS (IDOT)DBE 

Years Type 

9 8(a)

“Providing our clients with uncompromising 

level of excellence with integrity from planning to 

implementation.” 

IkE NWABUONWU - CHAIRMAN AND CEO 

GABRIEL OkAfOR - PRESIDENT 

“Helping In Powering 

The Economy.” 

ABOUT US 

Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. is a certified SBA 8(a), SDB, 

MBE and DBE energy and electrical company with over a 

half century of experience. As a company, Alpha Energy and 

Electric, Inc. provides its clients with an uncompromising level 

of excellence and integrity from planning to implementation. 

The corporate team functions as the backbone and true 

strength of the company, with over 100 years combined 

experience in energy and electrical, general and project 

management, information technology, urban planning and 

real estate development. This experience is fundamental in 

our ability to meet our customers’ needs through innovative 

design/build approaches. 

COMPANY HISTORY 

Incorporated in April of 2005, Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. 

began providing expertise for commercial, institutional and 

industrial structures. The company had a humble beginning 

starting in a two room office space; three years later after 

establishing itself among the ranks of Midwest energy and 

electrical construction companies, Alpha Energy and Electric, 

Inc. purchased and moved to what is now their 10,000 sq ft 

corporate headquarters. In April of 2011, the company began 

to expand as it opened its second office in Knob Noster, 

Missouri. With numerous local and interstate projects under 

its belt, Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. has plans to open other 

office locations outside the Midwest region. 


ENERGY and ELECTRIC, INC 

LEADERSHIP 

Mr. Ike Nwabuonwu is the Chairman 

and CEO of Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. 

Kansas City, Missouri, USA. He has over 25 

years of broad professional experience in 

leadership positions, management and 

information technology. Mr. Nwabuonwu 

is responsible for overseeing the 

continued success of the company by 

setting strategic corporate goals and vision for the company 

and consequently preserving the company’s culture of 

profitability and non-negotiable high ethics. He develops 

and promotes the company’s vision and strategy for ongoing 

success. 

Gabriel Okafor is the President of 

Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. Gabriel is 

responsible for leading overall project 

strategy, with a focus on business 

growth and market growth through 

the development of new clients and 

building the company’s portfolio of 

federal government projects. Mr. Okafor 

is responsible for developing a strategic 

direction for the company holding firm on our core values 

and insuring profitable completion of all projects. Throughout 

his career in public service, Gabriel acquired a broad range 

of experiences including project planning, negotiation, 

management and execution. He has worked with facility 

developers and owners throughout the greater metropolitan 

area. 

Nichole fulton is the Branch Manager 

of Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. Central 

Missouri office located in Knob Noster, 

Missouri. Nichole is responsible for the 

day-to-day operations and general 

management of this location. She is also 

responsible for maintaining and building 

current customer relations and contracts. 

By making a commitment to excellence, 

Nichole has proven herself to be a valued member of the 

Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. family.

OUR SERVICES 

As both a commercial and industrial energy 

and electrical company, Alpha Energy and 

Electric, Inc. offers a broad range of energy 

and electrical services. These services are 

for use in commercial, industrial, retail, office, 

and condominium construction for both new and 

existing projects. Our services include, but are not limited to, 

the following: 

Design Build 

Installation of Energy and Electrical Systems 

Power Plant Design and Installation 

“Going Green” installation of solar panels and wind turbines 

Thermograph, Inspections, Energy Assessments and 

Modifications 

Energy Audit & Retrofitting Services 

Troubleshooting Services 

Consulting and Inspection Services 

Data, Voice, Audio Visual, Fire Alarm and Security 

Long-Term Service and Maintenance Agreements 

In addition to the scopes identified above which we selfperform, 

Alpha Energy and Electric, Inc. collaborates with federal 

contracting officers, developers and facility owners to ensure 

that projects awarded to our company are fully scoped and 

implemented. We work diligently to procure and manage the 

activities of all trades necessary to successfully complete all 

projects on time and within budget. 

OUR INTERNATIONAL STRATEGY- 

POWER GENERATION SERVICES 

Electricity generation is the process of 

converting some form of energy into 

electricity. For electric utilities, it is the 

first process in the delivery of electricity to 

consumers. The other processes are electric power 

transmission and distribution which are normally carried out by 

the electrical power industry. 

The electricity generation division of Alpha Energy and Electric, 

Inc. specializes in building Power Generation plants. 

Heat (thermal) energy generated 

Fossil fuels 

Coal 

Petroleum 

Natural gas 

Solar thermal energy 

Geothermal energy 

Nuclear energy 

Potential energy from falling water in a hydroelectric 

facility 

NOTABLE PROJECTS 

USDA, Ames, IA 

MU Patient Tower, Columbia, MO 

Whiteman AFB (Maintenance Contract) 

Kansas City Sprint Arena, MO USA 

Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO 

Kauffman Stadium, Kansas City, MO 

Schlitterbahn Vacation Village, Kansas City, KS 

JE Dunn Corporate Headquarters, Kansas City, MO 

Kansas City International Airport, Kansas City, MO 

University of Missouri Kansas City Miller Nichols Library, 

Kansas City, MO 

Robert Denney Federal Courthouse, Lincoln, NE 

RMC Brookside Redevelopment Project owned by HCA 

and Research Medical Center, Kansas City, MO 

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS 

2012 Rising Star of Innovation and Entrepreneurial Award 

2012 Supplier of the year Award 

2012 nominee of “Mr. K” Award 

2012 nominee 25 Under 25® 

2011 Outstanding Business Partner Award 

2010 MAMSDC Playing to Win Award Winner 




SERVED 

NAICS CoDES 

Commercial & Institutional building 

Construction, Energy and 

Electrical Services 

238210 423610 561210 

423620 236220 541690 

237130 221119 237120 

237990 335122 423990 

238220 

1100 E. 34 th st • kansas city, mo. 64109 • PhonE: (816) 421-6767 Fax: (816) 214-8857 • EMAIL: ADMIN@ALPHAEE.COM 


L. ERIC BURTIN - PRESIDENT 

BURTIN & ASSOCIATES 

Customized Facility 

Services, Since 1985 

ABOUT US 

Burtin & Associates is an M/WBE owned and operated 

company. Founded in 1985 as Burtin’s Building Services, 

Inc., we offer customized janitorial and maintenance 

services for commercial and industrial businesses in the 

greater Kansas City Metropolitan area, State of Kansas, 

Denver, Colorado, and Nebraska. 

In 2004, Burtin & Associates was incorporated as a complete 

facility maintenance management and consulting company. 

At that time, we also expanded our services to include 

lawn care, snow removal, light repairs and management of 

supplies. 

Burtin & Associates is licensed and insured. Our customers 

include health care facilities, schools, high-rise offices, 

government entities, child care facilities, and more! 

VISION 

To partner with our customers and employees with 

character, integrity and honesty to assure all of our 

customers that their building’s needs are met by using the 

Burtin & Associates, Inc. approach. 

Respect 

Empowerment 

Accountability 

Consistency 

Humanity 


“more SHINE, more CLEAN, 

more for your INVESTMENT.” 

A WORD fROM THE OWNERS 

Our managerial structure provides our 

customers with the timely, reliable, quality 

services they deserve. The President is 

responsible for the overall management of 

corporate operations and maintains a hands-on 

role. In cooperation with the Operations Manager 

and on-site supervisor, this management team performs 

all the tasks conducive to service excellence and conducts 

regular status meetings to facilitate the knowledge-based 

provision of quality first. 

SERVICES 

Burtin & Associates, Inc. is your one stop shop 

for a wide range of facility maintenance 

and janitorial services. Our high standards, 

attention to detail and superior time 

management continue to make Burtin & 

Associates a leader in the maintenance industry. 

INDUSTRIES SERVED 

General office buildings 

Childcare centers 

Schools & universities 

Federal & state facilities 

Healthcare clinics 

Retail businesses 

SERVICES PROVIDED 

Janitorial 

Floor & carpet care services 

Maintenance 

Lawn care & snow removal 

Industry consultants 

Supply management

After a 29 year career in city government, 

Burnetta joined the business permanently in 

August 2010. With Burnetta’s organizational 

and people skills, she is definitely an asset 

to the business. “The employees have great 

respect for her and she makes the customers 

and employees her number one priority,” states 

her husband, Eric. Burnetta is Office/Human Resources 

Manager and handles all day to day operations. 

Burnetta has been married to Eric Burtin for 20 years and they 

have raised four beautiful children. 

AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS 

Burtin and Associates, Inc. has been recognized and honored 

with a number of awards: 

• MidAmerica Minority Supplier Development Council – 

(Award of Appreciation), 2008 

• Herman A. Johnson MBA Power Initiative Mentorship 

Program (Mentor);2005, 2009 

• Artline Agency “Kansas City’s Unsung Business Heroes 

Award” – (dedication & support); 2010 

• United Minority Media Association, Inc. Time Well Spent 

(community involvement); 2012 

• MidAmerica Minority Supplier Development Council 

(Business Opportunity Fair Sponsor); 2009, 2010 

Burtin & Associates, Inc. would like to hear from you. 

Would you like to request a quote? Do you have a facility 

maintenance question? Would you like more information on 

the industries and services we offer? Has Burtin & Associates 

provided you with superior service? If so, please contact us 

and we will respond to you within 24 hours. Exceeding our 

customers’ expectations is our number one priority! Burtin 

& Associates, Inc. wants to provide your business with more 

SHINE! more CLEAN! more for your INVESTMENT! 

CONTACT US: BURTINS.COM 




PRIMARY INDUSTRY SERVED 

JANIToRIAl, lAwN CARE, 

SNow REMoVAl 

NAICS CoDES 561720 561790 


BURTIN & ASSOCIATES, INC. 

5227 BLUE PARKWAy 


PHONE: (816 ) 923-2111 


561730 

2009 2010 2011 



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CITy OF KANSAS CITy MISSOURI M/WBE

MARILYN TOWNSEND - CHAIRMAN/CEO 

CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT PRODUCTS, INC 

A Distribution Resource 

Company 

ABOUT US 

Controlled Environment Products (CEP) was incorporated in 

the state of Missouri in 1989. The present ownership, which 

succeeded in December of 1991, brings together principals 

who blend experience and skill sets in sales and operations 

along with specialized service expertise. The principals 

remain actively involved in the day-to-day business of CEP. 

This sales and distribution company currently services 

more than 300 active accounts located throughout the 

continental U.S., Asia and Central America. The primary 

industries served are clean room, medical, industrial/safety 

and janitorial. 

Today, CEP provides more than 10,000 products to its 

customers and continues to expand the product line in 

response to customer needs. While the company continues 

to grow, its entrepreneurial flavor and high service levels 

remain intact. 

MISSION STATEMENT 

By developing strong partnerships with our customers and 

focusing on their needs, we will serve as a single distribution 

resource providing the highest level of service, competitive 

pricing and on-time delivery for our many name-brand 

products. We are committed to being the standard by which 

our competition is measured. 


LEADERSHIP 

Marilyn moved from St. Louis to Kansas City in 1972. After 

successful careers at TWA and Residence Inn division of 

Marriott, where she became the first African-American 

Director of Sales, she met and became partners with Ross 

Castrianni at CEP. CEP has won numerous awards, including 

Supplier of the year and Procurement Leadership Awards. 

Marilyn serves on several boards including: 

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City 

Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce 


OUR PRODUCTS 

CEP is a single-source resource for a wide variety of brandname 

disposable industrial supplies. Our primary product 

categories include: 

Product Search 

View these products online at netcep.com 

INDUSTRIES SERVED 

Cleanroom Products 

Medical/Surgical 

Personal Safety 

Janitorial & Sanitary Maintenance 

Packaging Supplies

CEP - HIGHEST LEVEL Of SERVICE 

Dedicated account representation 

Shipment within 24 hours 

First level response 

Multi-level reporting 

CEP- SINGLE DISTRIBUTION RESOURCE 

Janitorial & sanitary maintenance 

Medical/surgical 

Personal safety/cleanroom 

Packaging supplies 

BUSINESS OPERATIONS 

30,400 sq. ft. distribution center 

98.2% order fill rate 

Ariba e-commerce compliant 

Customer minority-owned business (NMSDC, state of 

Missouri, City of Kansas City) 

CEP express-Staples star alliance partner 

Comprehensive sourcing 

Superior and responsive customer service 

DIVERSITY 

We believe…that all qualified businesses should have access 

to a barrier-free environment which fosters free and open 

competition, regardless of race, color or ethnicity, without 

limitation or entitlement. 

We believe…that diversity benefits all people, every 

business and community. In diversity lies the strength of 

wholeness. By offering value and support to each other, 

we foster and sustain a greater community, socially and 

economically. 

We are…an equal opportunity employer. 

We are…a minority business enterprise (MBE) certified 

through the following agencies: 

Small Business Administration–Small 

Disadvantaged Business (SDB) 

State of Missouri 


EMAIL: INFO@NETCEP.COM 



PRIMARY INDUSTRY SERVED JANIToRIAl & SANITATIoN 

NAICS CoDES 423850 424130 


2009 2010 2011 




bUSINESS/ 

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netcep.com 

ChAPTER/ 

AffIlIATIoN 

20 yRS NMSDC MAMSDC 

CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT PRODUCTS, INC. 

3851 N.E. KIMBALL DRIVE 


PHONE: (816) 453-8900 

FAx: (816) 453-7077 

TOLL FREE: (800) 243-7404 


Raising the BaR: 

educational PRogRams 

& Business develoPment 

NMSDC helps established minority-owned businesses get the business 

development tools they need to succeed with their Kellogg 

Executive Business & Biz-Fit Program. 

Continuing education is a vital component of business 

development and growth. The National Minority Supplier 

Development Council (NMSDC) strives to do more 

for minority business owners and help them take their 

companies to the next level through intense professional 

education programs from one of the most distinguished 

business schools in the country. NMSDC has worked with 

Northwestern University to create an intensive educational 

program focused on the unique challenges faced by 

minority businesses. Over the years, this program has 

encouraged thousands of MBEs to get on the fast track 

for growth and success, and continue to adapt and evolve 

with the ever-changing world of business. 

Over fifteen years ago NMSDC teamed with the 

prestigious J.L. Kellogg School of Management at 

Northwestern University to create a unique program for 

minority entrepreneurs. Nationally-known consultant and 

Kellogg School faculty member James H. Lowry originally 

developed the Advanced Management Education Program 

(AMEP) and continues his work today. Since its inception, 

the program has helped nearly 500 Asian, Black, Hispanic, 

and Native American CEOs turn new ideas into bigger 

business opportunities. 

AMEP combines NMSDC’s knowledge of MBEs with 

Kellogg’s well-known interactive, team-based learning process 

to create a truly unique program. Program faculty are 

themselves working executives and professionals and provide 

real-world and up-to-the-minute information that can 

be applied to businesses immediately. Whether through 

group study, guest speakers, presentations, or case studies, 

the hands-on program is always aligned with the participating 

MBE’s educational needs and current business climate. 

AMEP is specifically designed to provide NMSDC 

certified businesses the tools and skills needed to achieve 

and sustain accelerated growth. This program can help any 

MBE adapt to the fast-changing business world and explore 

opportunities. Over the four-day program growth-oriented 

minority business owners learn necessary technical, 

operational, and financial skills necessary to be successful 

in the changing economy. 

The program curriculum evolves each year to best meet 

the needs of the latest participants. Topics from the 2011 

AMEP session include: access to Public and Private Markets, 

Change-Driven Threats and Opportunities, Changing Corporate 

Expectations, Core Competencies of High-Growth 

MBEs, Aspirations-based Strategic Planning, and Capital 

Budgeting. Regardless of the participant, the curriculum 

always incorporates NMSDC’s 40 years of knowledge 

about MBEs along with information conducted with 

corporate buyers. 

Access to AMEP is limited; each annual session can only 

accept up to 40 attendees. To participate the MBE company 

must be at least three years old, meet sales requirements, 

and be recommended by either an NMSDC corporate 

member, local member or regional council. Applications are 

reviewed by an admission committee to ensure a diverse 

group of industries, geographical areas and ethnic backgrounds 

are represented. The next NMSDC's custom executive 

program will be held at the campus of Northwestern 

University in Evanston, Illinois, on June 3-7, 2012.

Many alumni speak highly of their experience with 

the Kellogg School of Management program, including 

Lenora Payne, President of Technology Group Solutions 

in Lenexa, Kansas. “The Kellogg School of Management 

helped me to grow and build a strong business foundation 

for success. The financial awareness, how to analyze and 

record transactions, along with the solid understanding 

of corporate practices was very helpful," says Ms. Payne. 

"What a tremendous experience to have professors that 

were entrepreneurs; it helped the program’s objectives to 

identify and chart profitability for new businesses." 

NMSDC also provides the Biz-Fit Challenge which is 

available “free of charge” to all NMSDC certified MBEs. 

NMSDC has teamed with NuLevel Solutions to offer a series 

of online tools to help MBE business 

owners assess the health of their business. 

This tool helps assess how well 

your business is performing among your 

industry peers, profitability, liquidity, 

solvency and efficiency. It helps you to 

assess minimum revenue requirements, 

and the market value of your company. 

Taking the challenge can help guide 

your business in the direction 

of profitability. 

MAMSDC also has educational 

opportunities for their certified minority 

businesses. One educational program is 

available through the Tuck Executive Education program 

at Dartmouth College. Tuck has been ranked the #1 business 

school in the nation by both The Wall Street Journal 

and Forbes Magazine. This program places emphasis on 

strategic leadership. Since 1980, Tuck has been a pioneer 

in helping minority business leaders succeed through its 

Minority Business Executive Program (MBEP). 

The framework for MBEP includes structured class 

sessions, case discussions, small group activities, and 

simulations. There are two different week-long sessions 

within the MBEP: Building A High-Performing Minority 

Business and Growing the Minority Business to Scale. Both 

programs focus on the needs of established minorityowned 

businesses looking to grow and develop. The 

classes are tiered, with Building a High Performance 

Minority Business serving as the first step in the program. 

Application requirements for each session include proven 

experience and annual sales targets. All Tuck MBEP classes 

are held at the main campus of Dartmouth College in 

Hanover, New Hampshire. 

“The kellogg School of 

Management helped me 

to grow and build a strong 

business foundation for 

success. The financial 

awareness, how to analyze 

record transactions, and 

the solid understanding 

of corporate practices was 

very helpful,” 

—Lenora Payne, President of TGS 

Building a High-Performing Minority Business offers 

step-by-step guidance that helps minority businesses 

survive and prosper. Participants use evaluation tools to 

become a self-diagnosing consultant and work through a 

customer-focused strategy to improve essential business 

functions. Core topics addressed in the session include 

planning; organizational leadership and performance 

inspiration; cash and human resource management; and 

systems and process implementation. Two sessions in 2012 

are scheduled for May and June. 

Tuck's Growing the Minority Business to Scale 

session outlines three pathways for achieving scale: 

organic growth, growth through mergers and acquisitions, 

and growth through strategic alliances. Topics within these 

pathways include Growth Strategy and 

Implementation; financial analysis and 

preparation for growth, growth through 

innovation, planning a market growth 

portfolio; and lean operations. This 

advanced program is designed for 

senior executives who have already 

attended the Building a High-Performing 

Minority Business program, or have 

equivalent experience and business 

growth. A single session of this program 

will be held in July. 

The enthusiasm of program 

participants echoes the benefit of both 

programs. “I can’t say enough good things about the Tuck 

Program, it’s a wonderful experience,” explains Noelle 

Scaramucci, President of Athena Communications in 

Overland Park, Kansas. “I’m in telecommunications, so accounting, 

business tactics, and economics are not what I’m 

really enthralled with. They have a teaching staff that keeps 

the whole class involved and talking and making topics 

relatable. The Tuck Program takes things that you 

might not normally be interested in and 

makes them exciting.” 

The benefits to participating in these 

prestigious programs extend 

beyond sales figures. Both the 

Tuck and Kellogg minority 

business education programs 

have active alumni 

communities that become 

a valuable resource for 

program participants 

after the course is 


over. The MBEP Alumni network at Tuck boasts a 

membership of over 4400 minority business leaders. 

These alumni organizations serve as a strong support 

network for minority business executives and advocacy 

groups for minority business education. In addition, these 

organizations raise scholarship funds to help minority 

executives attend Tuck's executive education programs. 

MAMSDC also has a local educational program offered 

by Rockhurst University. The Rockhurst scholarship 

program allows MAMSDC certified MBEs to take up to 12 

credit hours per semester, including courses within the 

Helzberg School of Management. Courses are offered 

weekday evenings and occasional weekends to 

accommodate the busy work schedules of the MBE 

owners, or employees. These courses are regular college 

courses and can lead to a degree if the student so desires. 

Rockhurst also offers MAMSDC certified MBEs an 

Executive MBE Program that targets entrepreneurs who 

know their industries well, but face challenges growing 

their business. MBEs that participate in the Executive MBE 

Program gain access to a team of Rockhurst Students in the 

Graduate Program who will access their company and work 

closely with the MBE to help the business owner make 

better decisions to grow their company to scale. In order 

to become a candidate for this program, the certified MBE 

must have a profitable business operation over the last 

two calendar years, annual revenues that exceed $500,000, 

and a company that is in a growth market. With this kind 

of specialized help, they could be on their way to growth 

and profitability. 

Together, NMSDC and MAMSDC offer educational and 

business development programs in order to help turn 

new ideas into bigger business opportunities for MBEs 

across the country. Interested MBEs can contact their 

local NMSDC chapters for additional information, 

program requirements, referrals, and in some cases, 

program scholarships. 

MORE INfORMATION 

• Kellogg AMEP Program 

• Information from the NMSDC 

• Read the 2012 AMEP Brochure (PDF) 

• Kellogg AMEP Alumni Group 

• Tuck MBEP Program 

• Program Brochure (PDF) 

• Building a High-Performing Minority Business 

• Growing the Minority Business To Scale Application 


With the Kansas City Fed 

Some of the 

items listed 

are currently 

under contract. 

Information Technology 

Consulting 

Software 

Human Resources 

Staffing 

Public Affairs 

Printing Services 

Facilities Management 

Architectural Services 

Automobiles 

Engineering Services 

Equipment Maintenance 

Landscaping and Lawn Care 

Uniform Cleaning 

Waste Management 

Interested suppliers should visit 

http://supplier.kcfed.org/ 

to register their organization. 

For more information contact 

procurement@kc.frb.org.

FOR AN 

ACTIVE 

| A FOUNDATION 

MINORITY BUSINESS 

COMMUNITY 

MBEIC creates a direct connection between MAMSDC and the business owners it serves, 

providing a portal for the direct vocalization of opinions, aspirations and needs. 

The Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee (MBEIC) 

of Kansas City is an offspring of the MAMSDC Board of 

Directors that focuses solely on the minority business 

owners. Through MBEIC, minority business owners have a 

direct channel to address concerns and express opinions to 

the MAMSDC Board of Directors. MBEIC hosts events and 

supports programs that directly enhance the minority supplier 

diversity chain for vendors and corporations throughout 

the Midwest. 

Chris Evans, President of T-Shirt King 

Inc., is the current MBEIC Chairperson. As a 

minority business owner, he understands 

what others are looking for. “The main thing 

MBEIC offers is an entrepreneurial support 

group that comes together to talk about the 

challenges and difficulties of being a business 

owner. The dialog generated by MBEIC 

also leads to the formation of best practices 

among MBEs.” 

Collaboration among area minority 

business owners is encouraged through open 

dialogs and regular events. MBEIC facilitates three different 

events: Third Thursdays networking sessions, general body 

meetings, and Breakfast with the Board. These events repeat 

on a quarterly basis, resulting in one event a month to 

keep members active and engaged with the community. 

At the core of these events is the Third Thursday networking 

series. Here, MBEs and corporate representatives 

network, which Evans sees as the core of the value MBEIC 

provides. These events also serve as a great way for new 

MBEs to learn about the Council and see the benefits 

of certification. Local MBEs gain exposure through 

sponsoring Third Thursday events as well. 

General body meetings enable members to directly 

express their opinions and concerns about the current 

state of affairs. These meetings also “serve as a way to 

organize and address major concerns with corporations,” 

Chris Evans, 

MBEIC, Chairperson 

states Evans. He notes that MBEIC aims to address concerns 

as a group rather than individuals, which leads to a greater 

impact on the way things are done. 

2012 will see the launch of more opportunities for 

minority business owners in the community. MBEIC will 

host a Breakfast with the Board event each quarter, in 

which local members can have an open dialog with the 

council Board of Directors. 

MBEIC hopes to become more involved with local 

government. In 2011, MBEIC held a successful 

breakfast event with Kansas City Mayor Sly 

James during his inaugural campaign. Going 

forward, MBEIC will hold panels or meetings 

with city officials. “City Council and other 

elected officials have a direct effect on area 

MBEs and how they do business. Our hope is 

to get more involved with the city 

government and initiate panel discussions 

with these elected officials,” says Evans. 

Evans believes that MBEs can gain value 

and exposure outside of regular events by 

getting involved with volunteer opportunities through 

MBEIC. “Volunteering helps you get the most out of 

MBEIC and the Council. Many people don’t realize that 

volunteering leads to business. People tend to build 

deeper, stronger relationships when they roll up their 

sleeves and work side-by-side for the greater good of the 

community. Not only is volunteering great exposure, but 

it also shows consistency and stability,” says Evans. “The 

more you show up, the more you are building your brand 

as being involved with the community. It’s hard to put a 

dollar value on it, but the perception is very high.” 

No matter how MBEs choose to get involved, it’s clear 

that there are plenty of ways to become part of the 

thriving minority business community through MBEIC 

and MAMSDC. 

www.MBEICKC.com

DOMENICk PRESA - CO-FOUNDER & PRESIDENT 

GANESH VENkETRAMAN - CO-FOUNDER & CEO 

EXECUTIVE BIOS 

Ganesh Venktarman, Co-founder and CEO 

Ganesh holds a BS from IIT, CFA and MBA from California. 

He has 25 + years of extensive experience in business 

transformation, including business information strategy, 

marketing and finance. His brainchild is the patent pending 

DRMS, a proprietary software that guarantees authenticity of 

the consultants. 

Ganesh enjoys out-door activities with his two German 

Shepherds, boating and RVing. 

Domenick Presa, Co-founder and President 

Domenick holds a BS from Pace University, New york. He has 

over 25 years of experience, including 15 years of executive 

experience in start-ups from concept, fund management, 

market driven strategy and business transformation. 

Domenick is an avid cyclist. He holds USCF, Class 4 licenses 

and has participated in a number of charity events in the U.S. 

and Canada, including the World Team America Inaugural 9/11 

Ride. 

Both Ganesh and Domenick successfully led DGBS to a wellmanaged 

company in 6 years with $8 million in revenue and a 

global presence in Canada and India. 


DG Business Solutions, Inc. 

Service Solutions and 

People Powering Business 

ABOUT US 

DG Business Solutions was founded by professionals with 

extensive global experience in business transformation, 

including Fortune 500 companies. 

DG Business Solutions specializes in delivering consulting 

services supporting all aspects of Enterprise Strategy, 

Business Intelligence and Information Technology. 

GUARANTEED SERVICES 

Our consulting services are tailored to address all aspects 

of a company’s business: underlying service deliverables, 

enhancing a company’s corporate culture in human 

resources, information flow and performance metrics. 

At DG Business Solutions, we take meticulous care through 

identifying, qualifying and deploying the resources. Our 

services go way beyond matching typical skillsets. 

Every consultant deployed goes through a rigorous DGBS 

patent pending vetting process. The process includes 

qualifying consultants through hypothetical situations, 

what-if scenarios, in similar business applications and IT 

environments. 

Our commitment continues through extensive account 

management and client progress review. The consultants we 

present are who they are and guaranteed. 

Visit us at www.dgbsinc.com. Please feel free to contact us in 

any of our locations globally. 

US: 913 530 5532, 732 970 5132 

Canada: 416 907 6081 

India: +91 9704 04 4475

SERVICES OffERED CONSULTANT ENGAGEMENT 

What sets DG Business Solutions apart from other companies 

that seek to represent you? 

CLIENT ENGAGEMENT 

DGBS strives and achieves excellence through commitment, 

and dedication in client services. 

Our engagement starts with an understanding of the 

information strategy, legacy systems, application, underlying 

technology and overall organizational culture. We put 

ourselves in our client’s shoes in seeing what it would take 

to succeed in a competitive environment. 

This Includes: 

Develop deeper understanding of applications, business 

drivers, context and technology. 

Desired target team composition including technical 

and business function balance, team synergy and cross 

cultural needs. 

Recommendation and delivery of qualified consultants 

having appropriate experience, expertise and 

personality fit. 

Orienting consultants to adapt to client’s specific needs. 

Ongoing account management and periodic progress 

review. 




CONTACT US: WWW.DGBSINC.COM/CONTACT_US 

We take utmost care in understanding a prospective 

consultant’s true potential. 

We go through the consultant’s life experience, including 

work experience and expertise, that translates into a true 

value proposition. 

Through our patent pending DRMS, our clients get a unique 

and live perspective of the consultants in creative ways 

unmatched by our competitors. 

Our clients deserve nothing but the best, so do our 

consultants. All this without compromising on the 

credentials. 

IT SERVICES, 

MANUfACTURINg, 

AERoSPACE, hITECh, 

hEAlThCARE, TElECoM , 

ENERgY AND UTIlITY 

NAICS CoDES 


541511 541512 

2009 2010 2011 




bUSINESS/ 

TEChNICAl 



ChAPTER/ 

AffIlIATIoN 

DIVERSITY 

4 USPAAC 



CUSToMER 

DELL, INFOSyS, F5, NORDSTROM, HCL, FICO, 

REfERENCES MAHINDRAS, CLEARWIRE AS PRIMARy VENDOR 

globAl offICES US , CANADA AND INDIA 

INTEllECTUAl 

PRoPERTY 

PATENT PENDING PROPRIETARy RESOURCE 

MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE 

www.dgbsinc.com 

CORPORATE OffICE 

11008 RENE STREET 

LENExA, KS 66215 

PHONE: (913) 538- 5532 


DALE G. DIGGS JR. - OWNER 

DIGGS CONSTRUCTION 

Your People, Our People 

— Building Together. 

ABOUT US 

Diggs Construction, LLC is a construction 

management firm offering a full range 

of construction services. We serve both 

the private and public sector, including 

commercial construction, industrial 

construction, and educational facility 

construction. As a minority-owned company, 

Diggs Construction’s philosophy is simple: there are no 

challenges, only opportunities. This philosophy allows 

Diggs to find solutions other firms overlook. From individual 

projects to concerns commonly associated with the building 

industry, our unique insight has lead us to be one of the best 

construction service providers available. We believe in upfront 

and honest communication, enhancing the quality of 

life of the communities we build in, reducing environmental 

impact through green building techniques, and as always, 

providing excellent service. 

The core of every relationship must have integrity, respect, 

honesty, and true, heartfelt commitment. Based on this 

fundamental belief, Diggs Construction, Inc. was founded 

in1977 offering general contracting services nationwide for 

projects of all sizes. 

Since its formation, Diggs Construction has always sought 

to utilize the concept of “system integration” within its 

management, technical facilities, partners and clients. 


Thoroughly analyzing each project to determine the right 

personnel and chemistry needed has been a crucial step 

that allows Diggs to deliver top quality projects to its 

clients, on time and within budget from the onset of any 

project. 

OUR TEAM 

(From Left to Right) Chief Operating Officer, Robert H. 

Kimmig; Vice President, Derrick Diggs, LEED AP; and 

Director of Civil Group, Jerry Morrow, PE. 

SERVICES 

Program Management 

Diggs manages large, multi-year, multiproject 

master plans, tracking a large 

number of projects in stages ranging 

from early development through design, 

construction and close out. Master budgets 

and schedules keep the owner up-to-date on the entire 

program. 

Construction Management 

Diggs Construction teams with the owner and the architect 

during preconstruction to insure that the project’s schedule 

and budget will meet the owner’s needs and requirements. 

General Contracting 

Although nearly a lost art, general contracting is still the 

most efficient delivery method for the sophisticated owner 

who wants to keep an uncomplicated job uncomplicated. 

Depending on the market, Diggs Construction offers the 

owner hard bid project solutions, with services extending 

from the end of the design phase through close out.

Healthcare Group 

Our skilled staff has strong knowledge in the healthcare 

construction industry/regulations and extensive expertise in 

building, renovating and expanding complex medical projects 

including nursing homes, specialty care units, medical office 

buildings and dialysis clinics. 

Civil Group 

Diggs Civil Group is a consortium of civil engineers that 

combine construction management services with over 150 

years of experience in providing road, bridge, and water/waste 

water engineering. Our design/build capabilities maximize 

efficiency and cost savings in infrastructure construction 

where unforeseen conditions are more likely to arise. 

PROJECTS 

Partial Project List 

Mary M. Hooker Environmental Studies Magnet School 

LEED Platinum – Hartford, CT - Program Manager 

101,150 SF $41,775,000 

Honda Parts Distribution Warehouse Expansion 

Windsor Locks, CT - Construction Manager 

185,000 SF $16,450,000 

DaVita Dialysis Center 

Glen Burnie, MD - General Contractor 

14,300 SF $1,347,500 

Stop & Shop #0651 

Bloomfield, CT - General Contractor 

76,000 SF $818,000 

Lone Star Parking Garage 

Houston, Tx - Design/Build 

979 Spaces and 1,000 SF Police Substation $8,400,000 

US Army Reserve Center 

Dodge City, KS - General Contractor 

35,000 SF $8,275,000 

CLIENTS 

“Focusing on client satisfaction is how we do 

business. And that makes all the difference.” 

• Ahold, Inc./Stop & Shop Supermarkets 

• American Honda Motor Company 

• American Renal 

• Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) – Hartford, CT 

• City of Hartford – Hartford, CT 

• City of Kansas City – Kansas City, MO 

• DaVita, Inc. 

• Greater Hartford Transit District – Hartford, CT 

• Housing Authority of the City of New Haven – 

New Haven, CT 

• Lone Star College Systems – Houston, Tx 

• Rice University – Houston, Tx 

• Sikorsky 

• Spirit Aerosystems – Wichita, KS 

• Texas Southern University – Houston, Tx 

• Town of Bloomfield – Bloomfield, CT 

• Town of Hamden – Hamden, CT 

• Wichita Public Schools – Wichita, KS 




SERVED 

CoNSTRUCTIoN 

NAICS CoDES 236116, 236220, 237110,237990 

BUSINESS & DIVERSITY CERTIfICATIONS (Partial List) 

bUSINESS/ 

TEChNICAl 


DIVERSITY 



ChAPTER/ 

AffIlIATIoN 


5 NMSDC GNEMSDC 

1 NMSDC HMSDC 

1 NMSDC SRMSDC 

1 CONNECTICUT DBE 

1 KANSAS DBE 

2 MISSOURI DBE 

www.diggsconstruction.com 

DIGGS CONSTRUCTION LLC 

1001 EAST 101ST TERRACE, 

SUITE 200 


PHONE: (816) 994-6950 

EMAIL: INFO@DIGGSCONSTRUCTION.COM 

FAx: (816) 994-6951 


BENNY LEE - CHAIRMAN & CEO 

DURACOMM CORPORATION 

For All Your Power Supply Needs 

DURACOMM POWER SUPPLIES 

Founded in 1993 and now under the ownership and 

leadership of entrepreneur, Benny Lee, DuraComm Power 

Supplies is a recognized leader in ultra reliable AC to DC switch 

mode power supplies commonly used in communication 

systems. The line of products also includes DC to DC power 

converters, battery management and charging systems, power 

distribution, and complementary accessories. DuraComm 

offers 100- and 200-watt wind power generators that charge 

battery backup systems in power-switching equipment for 

the communications industry. Today we ship our products 

throughout the U.S. and to other countries worldwide. 

DuraComm markets an extensive portfolio of OEM/Industrial 

power supplies for a variety of applications and needs. From 

simple desktop units to sophisticated rack mount battery 

management systems, we have a complete line of products 

ready to ship. DuraComm is also a distributor of Mean Well 

power supply products. 

All of DuraComm’s products come with a standard 2-year 

warranty. Many have U.S. and international safety approvals 

and are built to ISO 9001 manufacturing and testing standards. 


DuraComm Corporation, a “Benny Lee Company,” is 

comprised of three divisions; DuraComm Power Supplies, 

DuraComm Lighting and DuraComm Smart Energy. 

AWARDS 

2011 Manufacturer of the year 

2011 MO Governor’s Minority and Small Business Award 

INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP/INNOVATION 

DuraComm embarked on a strategic business initiative 

to make its new facility more energy efficient. One major 

project involved the design and installation of a 24.80 KW 

Photovoltaic system, which is designed to produce more 

than 34,000 KWH of energy per year and offset the building’s 

lighting load of 31,500 KWH. The building is in the process of 

being retrofitted with DuraComm LED lighting equipment. 

The entire building’s energy usage is monitored by a wireless 

smart metering system, distributed by DuraComm. The 

project’s financial benefits analysis includes a projected 

25 year utility savings of $193,883, Return On Investment 

(ROI) of 4.8 years and and Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 

14.3%. The KCP&L Solar Rebate of $2.00 a watt and Federal 

Investment Tax Credit of 30%, as well as MACRS Depreciation 

Schedule with 100% bonus depreciation contributed to 

developing the business justification to invest in solar. 

SCOPE Of SERVICES 

Rack Mount Power Suppliers; Desktop Power Supplies; 

Power Distributions; power block modules; DC to DC 

converters 

Battery Management Systems; Power Source Utilities 

Low Voltage Disconnect; Battery Chargers; Wind Power 

Generators 

Rack Mount AC to DC Power Supplies

DURACOMM LIGHTING 

DuraComm Lighting is a prime supplier of high-quality LED 

lighting solutions providing an entire range of functional 

lighting applications. Supplying only the highest quality 

LED lamp and fixture lighting products, our goal is to offer 

customers the most cost-effective, energy saving and 

environmentally friendly lighting products. 

LED (Light Emitting Diode), a solid state lighting, is 

an energy efficient, cost saving, low maintenance, 

environmentally friendly lighting solution. In comparison 

with traditional incandescent, fluorescent, CFL (Compact 

Fluorescent Lighting) and Halogen bulbs, LED lighting is the 

best lighting source for your needs. 

No matter your lighting needs – commercial or residential, 

retail or restaurant – our team of knowledgeable 

professionals will work directly with you to offer customized 

lighting solutions that provide superior results in any 

application. 

PRODUCTS 

CONTACT US: DURACOMM.COM 

DuraComm Lighting is pleased to announce 

our new in-house Integrating Sphere Test 

Equipment. This state-of-the-art machinery 

includes fiber optic cables, temperature 

sensors, and a spectrophotocolorimeter. The 

luminaire testing equipment now enables 

DuraComm to quickly render accurate readings 

of color temperature, color rendering, efficacy, and much 

more. 

This allows us to quickly bring our customers the information 

they need, when they need it. This new testing equipment 

will help DuraComm continue to deliver on our commitment 

to bringing our customers the latest and best products 

available in the market. 




PowER SUPPlIES, 

lIghTINg AND SMART 

ENERgY 

NAICS CoDES 


335999 334413 

2009 2010 2011 

SAlES gRowTh % 108.2 27.1 24 



bUSINESS/ 

TEChNICAl 



ChAPTER/ 

AffIlIATIoN 

DIVERSITY 

1 yR NMSDC MAMSDC 


1 yR KANSAS CITy MBE 

WWW.DURACOMM.COM 

DURACOMM CORPORATION 

6655 TROOST AVE. 


PHONE: (816) 472-5544 

FAx: (816) 472-0959 


JEANETTE PRENGER 

FOUNDER/PRESIDENT, ECCO SELECT 

The Human Enterprise 

Solutions Experts 

ABOUT US 

ECCO Select is a premiere consulting services firm providing 

experts in a variety of professional disciplines including 

information technology, accounting/finance, human 

resources, marketing and administrative services. The 

firm provides human capital to local and national clients 

including Fortune 500 companies. 

ECCO Select provides highly trained and savvy people who 

adopt your vision as their own. Whether you need a team 

to execute a project, a specialist to assist with business 

challenges, supplemental staffing to ensure timely results or 

direct hires, ECCO Select tailors the business arrangements 

to best suit your organization. 

We have cultivated a talent pool that is prepared to meet 

your needs. 

IT SERVICES 

ECCO Select is a national provider of human capital with a 

network of technical business professionals ready to serve 

clients. Our roots are in Information Technology (IT), so we 

have deep experience in: 

ERP Implementation 

Application Development 

IT Security 


Project/Program Management 

Technical Architecture 

Infrastructure Management 

With a national network of professionals, ECCO Select is 

uniquely equipped to understand the marketplace. 

SERVICES 

ECCO Select continues to grow revenue and drive superior 

results by connecting top tier talent with dynamic companies in 

need of exceptional project management, business consulting 

and human enterprise solutions. 

Accounting and Finance 

Marketing 

Translations 

Human Resources 

Training 

Administrative Services 

GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS 

ECCO Select has a successful history of delivering public 

sector projects with Government agencies and large system 

integrators. Continued growth in the Government sector is 

attributed to repeat business, increased services with existing 

clients as well as new agencies utilizing ECCO’s exceptional 

consulting services. 

ECCO Select is proud to provide our services to the 

following agencies and groups: 

Department of Defense 

Department of Agriculture 

Federal Aviation Administration 

Federal Reserve Bank 

FDIC 

Internal Revenue Service 

Municipalities 

Educational Institutions 

COMMUNITY/CIVIC INVOLVEMENT 

ECCO Select is grounded in giving back and routinely 

contributes to the community – through local, state, regional, 

national and international organizations. Jeanette has led 

by example and has fostered a culture whereby service is 

encouraged and recognized by all its team members. Truman 

Medical Center has been chosen as ECCO’s community partner 

and primary beneficiary for their unique approach in combining 

safety-net healthcare, healing and preventive approaches to 

create a healthier Kansas City. In addition, scholarship dollars 

are presented annually to aid students in need.

Here is a representative list of the organizations touched 

and impacted by ECCO Select: 

Boy Scouts of America 

Junior Achievement 

El Centro 

Friends of the zoo 

Orphaned Starfish 

Harmony Board 

Lyric Opera Circle 

Starlight Theater 

Truman Medical Center Foundation 

Kansas City Convention and Visitors Association 

United Way 

AWARDS 

Each year, ECCO Select receives accolades from peer groups, 

industry associations and community organizations for their 

outstanding work in all these areas. Here is a list of the most 

recent and significant, recognizing both the leadership and 

the collective efforts of ECCO Select. 

Among them are: 

2012 MAMSDC Supplier of the year 

MAMSDC BizOp 2011 Contract Award with Burns and 

McDonnell 

USDA 2011 FSIS Woman Owned Business Contractor of 

the year 

Diversity.com - Top 50 Diversity Owned Business in 

Missouri (2010) 

Spirit at Work (2009) 

United States Hispanic Advocacy Association – 2008 Bravo 

Award for best practices, Top 3 Hispanic Businesses 

Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce -2008 Top 10 

Small Business 

MidAmerica Minority Supplier Development Council – 

ExpOpportunity ‘08, ‘09, and ‘10 Awards 

The Kansas City Star – 11th Largest Women-owned 

Business in the Kansas City area (2007) 

Ingram’s – Consistently ranked as a top Minority-Owned 

Area Business, and Women-Owned Business, 68th Fastest 

Growing Area Business (2007) 

AFLAC Civic Award for Hispanic Small Business (2007) 

Kansas City Business Journal – ranked consistently as a 

top Area Woman-Owned and Minority-Owned Business 

since 2006, 18th Fastest-Growing Area Business (2006); 25 

Under 25* (Class of 2003) 

Hispanic Business – One of the Top 500 Hispanic 

Businesses in the United States (ranked year after year 

since 2006) 

Minority Enterprise Development MED Week - Service 

Firm of the year (2002) 




SERVED 

IT CoNSUlTINg 

NAICS CoDES 541511 541512 


2010 2011 2012 

SALES GROWTH 14% 60% 20% 


bUSINESS/ 

TEChNICAl 


DIVERSITY 


fEDERAl 


CUSToMERS 

EMAIL: INFO@ECCOSELECT.COM 



ChAPTER/ 

AffIlIATIoN 

2007 - PRES WBENC N/A 

2003 - PRES NMSDC MAMSDC 

2003 - PRES MRCC N/A 

Years Type 

2002 - PRESENT 8m (WOSB) 

FEDERAL GWAC GSA STARS II 

BOOz ALLEN HAMILTON, HALLMARK, 

H&R BLOCK, SPRINT, TEVA, CENTURyLINK, USDA 

WWW.ECCOSELECT.COM 

ECCO Select in the news 

ECCO Select 

1301 OAK STREET 

STE 400 


PHONE: (816) 960-3800 


RON HARLAND SR. - PRESIDENT 

EVOLV SOLUTIONS 

Document Management & 

Information Technology 

ABOUT US 

At Evolv Solutions, we help you improve your business by 

integrating best-in-class document technologies to streamline 

business processes and improve competitive advantage. How 

we put it all together is what sets us apart. We take skilled 

people who know your industry, arm them with cutting-edge 

technology, and let them do what they do best - help you work 

smarter. 

LEADERSHIP 

Ronald Harland Sr. is the founder and President of Evolv 

Solutions. With the increasing demand of supplier diversity 

initiatives, he saw an opportunity to create a small firm 

capable of providing document management and information 

technology ideas across a wide-range of solutions for Fortune 

500 Start-up and Government institutions. 

Ronald Harland Jr. is a Co-founder and Vice President at Evolv 

Solutions. Ron helped transition Evolv from idea to reality and 

oversees the organization’s operational infrastructure. Ron 

has a technical background as a Systems Analyst and is highly 

focused on new business development, technical resources, 

process implementation and management of IT systems. 

Eric Harland is Vice Ppresident of technology and marketing 

at Evolv Solutions, LLC. He is also Co-founder of MBEConnect, 

the first Social Network for minority- and women-owned 

businesses. He brings more than 15 years of technical expertise 

in developing and designing enterprise level solutions in a 

variety of market segments. 


MANAGED PRINT SERVICES 

Evolv represents some of the most advanced office equipment 

systems available. We are experts when it comes to managing 

our clients’ document workflow and office equipment fleets. 

OffICE SYSTEMS: 

Managed Print Solutions (MPS): 

Sales, Leasing, Maintenance, Supplies and Training 

Managed Services: 

Print & Mail Facilities Management, Document Workflow and 

Storage Solutions 

Print Supply Management Services: 

Web-based Forms Ordering System, Outsourced Digital Print 

Production, Wide-format & Engineering Output, Over-flow 

Digital Print Support, Physical Forms Management, Digital 

Forms Management, Desktop Publishing. 

Evolv also operates an in-house Digital Print Production 

Center with a print production capacity of 250,000 pages per 

month. 

SMALL BUSINESS... 

GETTING BIG BUSINESS 

DONE RIGHT 

• Xerox Corporation 

• konica-Minolta 

• Hewlett Packard 

• Lexmark

SCANNING & IMAGING 

Evolv operates a state-of-the-art scanning and imaging 

services bureau. Our center provides an end-to-end solution 

for processing nearly any volume and type of document in a 

secure environment. 

Imaging Service Bureau Capacity: 

4.5 million images per month. 

Services Provided: 

Document Conversion, Records Management, Sensitive, 

Fragile or Aged Documents, Data Capturing, Over-flow 

Scanning Support, Invoice and Bill file Conversion, Indexing 

OCR Projects, Wide Format Scanning. 

SERVICE SCANNING & IMAGING 

We provide the workspace, use of equipment and software 

necessary to perform nearly any scanning and imaging work 

or document conversion project. We pick up your documents 

(A8 up to E size (engineering) documents). Our facility is 

secure and our trained customer support staff is available to 

assist you with scheduling, setup and system support issues 

while you’re on site. 

IT STAff AUGMENTATION 

Our Technical Staffing Solutions are designed to provide 

contract staffing, workforce management, temporary staffing, 

project management, outsourcing and contract compliance 

services. Our Technical Staffing Solutions ensure your 

organization’s success, whether managing an entire program 

or providing contract staffing services. 

Staff Augmentation: Evolv provides Information Technology 

resources for short-term or long-term needs. 

Contract-to-hire: Evolv allows you to determine if an 

employee is the right fit for the company by observing 

the employee on the job. 

Direct Placement: Evolv is responsible for IT staff recruiting 

and screening of candidates for your selection. 

Vendor Managed Staffing: Evolv assists you in managing 

your staffing suppliers, streamlining billing, reducing 

overall costs and providing better quality control. 

facilities Management Support: Evolv can provide staffing 

services if you are seeking to outsource the day-to-day 

operation of your print production, mail room or call center 

operations. 

fEDERAL IT SERVICES 

www.evolv8astarsteam.com 




SERVED 

CONTACT US: INFO@EVOLVSOLUTIONS.COM 

CONSTELLATION I 

Functional Area 1 - NAICS 541511 




Professional Services - Candidate Selection, Online technical 

tests, SME Evaluation, Reference Checks, Drug & Background, 

Personality Profile, Unconditional 90-day guarantee for 

permanent placements. 

Information Technology - Programmers, Web Developers, 

Systems Analysts, QA Software Testers, Configuration 

Managers, Database Administrators, Development and 

Support, Database Analysts Help Desk and more. 

INfoRMATIoN TEChNologY & 

DoCUMENT MANAgEMENT 

NAICS CoDES 532420 561439 


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REfERENCES 

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AffIlIATIoN 


8 DBE/MBE KANSAS 

YEARS TYPE 

6 8(a) 

8(a) STARS II GWAC # 

1 

GS-06F-1093z 

TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER, JOHNSON & 

JOHNSON, KEyBANK, SPORTING KC, 

KANSAS CITy POWER & LIGHT 

WWW.EVOLVSOLUTIONS.COM 

EVOLV SOLUTIONS 

9401 INDIAN CREEK PKWy #250 

OVERLAND PARK, KS 66210 

PHONE: (913) 469-8900 

TOLL FREE: (866) 469-8900 


CEO Advocate 

of the Year: 

Mike Chesser, KCP&L 

Chairman & CEO 

Class I: Divine Floral Designs 

Corporate Awards 

MBE Coordinator 

of the Year: 

Flora Mayer, Sprint 

Supplier Diversity Specialist 

Supplier of the Year 

Class II: Alpha Energy 

& Electric (See Profile Page) 

Legacy Award 

Ollie Gates, President, 

Gates Bar-B-Q 

Corporation 

of the Year: 

JE Dunn Corporation 

Class III: ECCO Select 

Corporation (See Profile Page) 

Buyer of the Year: 

Mary Lewis, Sprint 

Sourcing Manager, Procurement 

& Real Estate 

Class IV: SHI International 

Corporation

2012 MAMSDC CORPORATION OF THE YEAR 

BUILDING SUCCESS THROUGH 

SUPPORT AND EDUCATION 

JE Dunn Construction, the 2012 MAMSDC Corporation of the 

Year, has a long tradition of deep involvement with women- 

and minority-owned businesses in Kansas City and across the 

country. 

John Ernest Dunn founded JE Dunn Construction 

Company in Kansas City, Missouri in 1924. Over the past 

88 years, the company has grown to become the 12th 

largest general building company in the U.S. 

As the company slogan states, JE Dunn Construction is 

“In pursuit of building perfection” and accomplishes this 

mission through several initiatives focused 

on improving the communities it serves. 

Diverse suppliers and vendors from 

across the nation compliment a diverse 

and well-rounded employee base 

in all of its offices. This well-rounded 

team of professionals, both internal and 

external, provides a great deal of value to 

the organization. 

For several decades, JE Dunn has made its commitment 

to diversity a top priority through educational programs, 

business development opportunities, events, and 

involvement with the MidAmerica Minority Supplier 

Development Council (MAMSDC). These efforts have 

significantly improved the state of minority ownedbusiness 

enterprises (MBEs) in Kansas City and earned 

JE Dunn Construction the honor of being named the 

MAMSDC Corporation of the Year. 

“In pursuit 

of building 

perfection” 

—JE Dunn Slogan 

JE Dunn was officially named the 2012 Corporation of the 

Year by the MAMSDC during it’s official 26th Annual Awards 

Luncheon in January. Additionally, JE Dunn Construction’s 

Diversity Coordinator Nakisha Bausby also was nominated 

for MBE Coordinator of the Year. The criteria MAMSDC uses 

to select its corporation of the year includes an evaluation 

of the supplier diversity and purchasing 

team members on staff, participation and 

membership in organizations that impact 

minority business entrepreneurs, active 

involvement with MAMSDC, testimony from 

minority suppliers regarding the benefits of 

doing business with the corporation, and any 

other contributions to the health of minority 

business development. JE Dunn Construction 

excelled in all of the aforementioned categories through 

its principle of building success through support and 

education. 

A long-standing relationship with MAMSDC goes back 

to the founding of the original MAMSDC organization. 

William H. Dunn, Sr., who currently serves as the Chairman 

Emeritus at JE Dunn Construction, first began his career 

there in 1946. Mr. Dunn was a founding member of the 

original Kansas City Minority Supplier Development Council 


(KCMSDC), started in 1983, which would later become the 

MAMSDC. The original KCMSDC served as a purchasing 

council consisting of executives from the local corporate 

community to create more opportunities for minority 

businesses. 

Through the years, JE Dunn 

Construction has worked hard 

to not only utilize minority- 

and women-owned firms, but 

to also better prepare them 

to do business with JE Dunn 

Construction and other members 

of the construction industry. Their 

successful Minority Contractor 

Business Development Program 

offers area diverse 

businesses classes and a 

structured curriculum to sharpen 

their business skills and better 

compete in the marketplace. Not only do participating 

businesses leave with improved business development 

skills, but also a strong relationship with JE Dunn 

Construction that can lead to increased opportunities for 

future projects. 

Commitment to excellence 

in diversity begins well before 

entrepreneurs start their own 

ventures. JE Dunn Construction 

participates in several internship 

programs throughout the Kansas 

City area to get young people 

involved in the world of business. 

One outstanding program is 

offered through Cristo Rey High 

School, in which culturally diverse 

students with economic need 

receive a college prep education enhanced by a corporate 

work study program. Students from Cristo Rey work one 

day a week, plus an additional day a month, for all four 

years of high school. Wages earned by students at these 

internships are used to directly pay for their tuition to 

the school. JE Dunn has had several Cristo Rey students 

complete their internships in their offices and have at least 

one student worker present each work day. This program, 

along with other internship programs, has been rewarding 

for all parties involved. 

JE Dunn often recruits future employees at several 

minority colleges and universities and offers scholarships 

to students majoring in fields relevant to the construction 


(Left to Right) Lonnie C. Scott, William H. Dunn Jr., 

Brian Britton 

A glimpse inside the Minority Contractor Business 

Development Program 

industry at these institutions. Women and minority preapprenticeship 

and summer internship programs at JE 

Dunn Construction prepare students to succeed in the 

workplace and provide important training. 

For existing businesses, JE 

Dunn offers many 

opportunities to continue 

education, discover contract 

opportunities, and actively 

engage with the procurement 

team. Throughout the year, JE 

Dunn’s regional offices host 

several diversity events to provide 

opportunities and learning 

sessions to area minority 

businesses. Quarterly meetings 

provide M/WBEs with access to 

information about upcoming 

projects, deadlines, and contacts 

at JE Dunn Construction. Networking with other M/WBEs 

and JE Dunn Construction team members is an added perk 

of these meetings. 

The annual Contractor’s Conference hosted by JE Dunn 

Construction is open to 

all minority and women 

contractors and offers 

information on banking, 

accounting, marketing, 

estimating, structure, and 

business development. Lunch 

and Learn meetings are another 

chance for diverse 

contractors to introduce their 

products and services and 

network with JE Dunn 

Construction’s project 

management and estimating teams. Each monthly 

meeting allows a small group of contractors to present 

information about their company in front of procurement 

team members and discuss opportunities in-depth over 

lunch. 

Engaging and comprehensive supplier diversity 

programs, like the ones implemented at JE Dunn 

Construction, lead to stronger M/WBEs and long-lasting, 

mutually beneficial business relationships. Supplier 

diversity initiatives at JE Dunn Construction embody the 

core principles of MAMSDC and help reach more diverse 

businesses, not just in Kansas City, but across the country.

Building Success through Support and Education 

Fostering strong business relationships with 

minority- and women-owned businesses (M/WBEs) is a 

top priority for the JE Dunn Construction Company, and 

that commitment goes beyond simply doing business with 

diverse companies. JE Dunn actively seeks to improve 

the M/WBEs in the communities it serves through its own 

business education program. The Minority Contractor 

Business Development (MCBD) program developed by 

JE Dunn gives participating M/WBEs the business development 

tools they need to conquer today’s competitive 

environment. Through this program, MBEs expand 

their business development skills to better compete in 

the construction industry and do 

business with JE Dunn. 

The idea for the program first 

came about in 2005, and by January 

of 2006, the first MCBD classes were 

being held at JE Dunn’s Kansas 

City headquarters. Classes are 

led by Marvin Carolina, Vice 

President of Diversity and Kay 

MINORITY CONTRACTOR 

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT 

PROGRAM 

the group during their personal lunch hours and discuss 

topics such as safety, marketing, human resources, 

project management, planning, scheduling and business 

structure. In addition to the monthly classes, participants 

are paired with an experienced mentor to provide additional 

support and resources outside of the classroom. 

All classes and program activities are free of charge for 

participating M/WBEs. 

Admission to the program requires an application and 

interview process. Ideal program candidates have been 

established for 2 – 3 years, are growing in size and capacity 

and are involved in a construction-related field. Businesses 

should have a desire for improvement 

in the basic business development 

areas covered by the MCBD program. 

In order to ensure that the participants 

are an ideal fit for the program, 

JE Dunn works with community 

leaders to identify companies that can 

benefit the most from participating in 

the program. 

Saunders, President of Bellewether, 

Based on the success of the Kansas 

a woman-owned business operation 

consulting firm. Bellewether worked 

A glimpse inside the Minority Contractor 

Business Development Program 

City program, the MCBD program 

expanded to other cities in 2011, 

with JE Dunn to construct a well-rounded curriculum with including Denver in March, Houston in September and 

robust courses in a variety of areas where M/WBEs tend to Atlanta in December. Plans for program expansion in 2012 

struggle. Research indicates that many small businesses include Minneapolis, Dallas, Charlotte and Savannah. With 

struggle with professional development and social skills, each new class, the number of attendees in each city 

so JE Dunn and Bellewether incorporated these skills has increased, with 12 in Kansas City, 14 in Denver, 23 

into the MCBD program curriculum. Other key business Houston, 27 Atlanta. Ideally, each class will not exceed 

development areas presented in the MCBD program 30 participants. 

include communication, ethical behavior, problem-solving, Coursework lasts for two years, and after successful 

decision making, self-managing, interpersonal behavior, completion, participants are given a graduation ceremony. 

professionalism and multiculturalism. 

Members of the community, diversity organizations and 

As a diverse business, Bellewether understands the other companies are invited to attend these ceremonies. 

struggles that other small businesses experience. Using Program graduates are left with a solid business 

Bellewether’s services and relevant experience for the relationship with JE Dunn, and the company ensures that 

MCBD program curriculum is strategic for JE Dunn, as they are in a position to do business with each other. 

it keeps the MCBD program grounded, effective, 

Business often grows exponentially for program graduates 

and focused. 

with a newfound confidence that translates to comfort 

Participating businesses attend classes facilitated by JE with other businesses, leading to more successful projects 

Dunn for a full day on a monthly basis. Even lunch offers 

opportunities to learn; JE Dunn team members address 

for the M/WBEs and JE Dunn alike. 


ARZELIA GATES - COMMUNITy RELATIONS 

GATES B-B-Q 

“Hi, May I Help You?” 

ABOUT US 

Gates Bar-B-Q is a Kansas City original. Our family restaurant 

established in 1946, has grown from a single store front 

at 19th & Vine to a family of six up-to-date restaurants 

throughout the Kansas City Metropolitan area; all struttin’ 

the Gates unique red roof design and man in full tuxedo top 

hat, depicting our style. 

Over 60 years of excellence, hard work and our family recipe 

has perpetuated the growth of our sauce line to a family 

of sauces, all with the distinct flavor found only in Gates 

products. 

All our restaurants, sauce products and seasonings serve as 

a conduit between us and our customers’ satisfaction. The 

connection of good food, fast, personalized service and an 

immediate greeting of “Hi, May I Help You?” All act as our 

trademarks. 

Gates will continue in the family tradition and pride 

ourselves in producing the best Bar-B-Q products possible. 


HISTORY 

The major reason for the success of 

Gates has been the barbecue sauce, 

manufactured and used by the barbecue 

restaurants. From the inception of the 

business in 1946, there was a constant 

demand for the sauce, and as the business 

grew and expanded that demand became 

greater. Attempts to meet the barbecue 

sauce demands initially were met by the 

manufacturing of the barbecue sauce, 

but it eventually became apparent that 

it was impossible to keep pace with the 

demand by primitive methods. Therefore, automation of 

the barbecue sauce manufacturing began to appear in the 

warehouse in the 1970’s and barbecue sauce manufacturing 

was completely automated by the mid ‘70s. 

As the demand for the sauce continued 

to grow and the ability to respond 

to that demand through automation 

was assured, a decision was made 

in 1975 to introduce Gates sauce to 

retail grocery stores. Sales calls were 

made to convince the buyers for the 

chain stores and the wholesalers who 

supply the independently owned stores 

to carry the barbecue sauce in their 

warehouses. Some favorably responded 

immediately, however, others displayed 

some reluctance to take a new item 

which they felt might yield questionable investment returns. 

Persistence and strong consumer appeal prevailed and all 

major supermarkets in the Kansas City metro area soon 

stocked Gates sauce on their shelves. Each year the barbeque 

sauce has been a strong competitor and enjoys a significant 

share of the market among the top competition in barbecue 

sauces. 

Gates is receiving national recognition due in large part to 

the strategic location of Kansas City. Being the hub of the 

nation, Kansas City attracts various groups of people from 

throughout the country for a variety of reasons, including 

national political conventions, public officials conventions, 

business, industry, fraternal and professional conventions,

as well as the American Royal, to 

name a few. Additionally, it is host to 

a number of college and professional 

sporting events. All these activities have 

brought many of these people into 

Gates’ restaurants, thereby enhancing 

the Gates national image, and more 

importantly, a continually rising demand 

for Gates sauce on a national basis. If they 

cannot have Gates Bar-B-Q in their own 

metropolitan areas, people will tout for 

the sauce being made available to them 

in their market areas. 

This national barbecue sauce demand has culminated in a 

decision being made in 1982 by Ollie 

Gates to commence a methodical and 

intense national distribution effort in 

1983. Plans are currently underway to 

concentrate on a few major markets in 

reasonably close proximity to the Kansas 

City, market for two primary reasons. 

First, the closer those markets are to 

Kansas City the greater familiarity with 

Gates products. Second, having limited 

knowledge of national marketing, it 

seems imperative to be in close enough 

proximity to those experimental markets 

to react quickly as circumstances dictate during Gates’ initial 

exposure in those markets. 

This national demand for the barbecue sauce has brought 

forth a number of individuals and retailers, who have sought 

out Gates to arrange for distribution on a very limited basis 

in their markets, which include a few of the major markets 

across the country. Adversely affecting their ability to 

compete in the market place is the fact that they put in very 

small quantities, thereby considerably increasing an already 

exacerbating transportation cost. 

CONTACT US: SALES@GATESBBQ.COM 

Moreover, economic feasibility impinges 

against much marketing assistance from 

the manufacturer, whose assistance dollars 

are limited unless or until distribution 

efforts can be concentrated in a given 

market area. Eventually, assistance to them 

will be forthcoming as the marketing 

efforts and resources of Gates sauce 

begins fanning out from Kansas City in a 

concentrated manner, market-bymarket, 

with the ultimate goal of reaching 

every major and many lesser markets 

across the country within the next few 

years. 

Gates will continue in the family tradition and pride ourselves 

in producing the best possible products. 


WORLD HEADqUARTERS 

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PHONE: (816) 923-0900 


“We value the relationships we forge with our clients and the 

people and organizations that we serve. We pledge to our 

customers that the most valuable asset is our relationship 

with them, their trust and confidence in us.” 

BYRON MCINTOSH - CEO 

GREENLEAF CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. 

“The General 

Contractor of Choice” 

ABOUT US 

Greenleaf Construction Co., Inc. (GCC) is a multi-disciplined 

construction firm that serves both government, public and 

private development concerns. GCC is known as a successful 

contractor in building commercial, government, single 

family, and multi-family projects. Our firm is supported by 

an integrated team comprised of credentialed architects, 

engineers and construction managers with an in-depth 

knowledge of best business practices that have led to 

the success of our firm within the construction industry 

nationwide. 

For over eleven years, we have built our business by serving 

a broad spectrum of clientele. GCC has performed in the 

capacity of either the design/build contractor or the general 

contractor/construction manager for bid/build opportunities. 

This experience showcases a diverse range of project types 

including “vertical” new construction, renovations and 

additions as well as “horizontal” site-related improvements, 

including infrastructure and public works improvements. 

While serving the unique needs of our clientele, we strive to 

leave each and every customer completely satisfied. Combined 

with our track record of success, Greenleaf Construction 

is the ultimate solution for building projects that exceed 

expectations. In the end, we endeavor to be “The General 

Contractor of Choice”. 


LEADERSHIP 

As the CEO and Founder of GCC, Byron. McIntosh 

has over 30 years of experience within the 

construction industry, working his way 

up the ranks from Laborer to Senior Vice 

President/Chief Operation Officer for other 

construction firms before opening the doors 

of GCC in 2000. 

Over his career, Mr. McIntosh has personally been involved 

with construction projects valued at over $316 million across 

the country. He is keenly aware of building to the customer’s 

specifications and delivering projects on time, within budget 

and with quality built in the first time. Under his leadership, 

GCC has grown to be one of the region’s largest minority 

owned firms. 

Andre Hinton 

CFO 

SERVICES 

Construction Services 

• General contracting 

• Construction management 

• Design build 

• Program management 

• LEED compliance 

• Building program 

• Development 

Greg Phillips 

President 

• Pre-construction services 

Byron McIntosh 

CEO 

Tom Eatman 

Sr. Vice President 

Architectural Services 

• Full design from concept to 

construction documents 

• Interior design 

• Building program development 

• Building information modeling 

• LEED consultation 

• Construction phase services 

• Owner representation

DIVERSE IN ITS SERVICES 

Greenleaf Construction offers pre-construction services, 

construction management, design/build and project 

management for commercial, single-family, multi-family and 

government projects. Our dedicated staff of experienced 

professionals has completed numerous projects for a 

multitude of government agencies. In addition to their 

success within the government sector, the GCC staff has 

experience completing high profile projects within the 

public and private sector including Station Casino (now 

Ameristar Casino) – one of Kansas City’s first casinos, 

Renaissance Inns nationwide, 25 telecommunications 

projects for the Sprint Corporation in ten different states, 

and as part of the construction management team (Turner- 

Greenleaf) for the recent renovation of the Arrowhead 

Stadium for the NFL Kansas City Chiefs. 

NEWS 

$9M ARMY RESERVE CENTER 

January 2012 

Greenleaf Construction gets started on 

brand new $9 million Army Reserve Center – 

GCC kicks off the new year by breaking ground on a new U.S. 

Army Reserve Center located in Tallahassee, Florida. This U.S. 

Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) project will provide a new 

training and administrative facility including an organization 

maintenance shop, unheated storage building, military 

equipment parking and associated site work. This is the 

fourth Army Reserve Center that Greenleaf has constructed 

for the USACE Louisville District. 




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“As a small business, you just have to do more 

with less. GCC has learned to empower its staff 

to go beyond the obvious to get the job done. 

It’s that commitment that sets us apart from 

the competition.” 

— DeVonia Merino - Director, Sales and Marketing 

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PHONE: (816) 333-3445 

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MITHRA AMARAN - ExECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT 

JMA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGy INC. 

Extending Human Capabilities 

ABOUT US 

JMA Information Technology, Inc. (JMA) is an 18-year, 

minority-owned IT Services company that provides 

organizations with technologies to remain competitive in 

a rapidly changing global technology landscape. In 2000, 

JMA started to help position the federal government to 

take maximum advantage of the benefits new technologies 

offer, based on its experience of delivering technology 

solutions to Fortune 500 companies. Today we continue to 

provide a way for our government customers to connect, 

communicate, and collaborate with their customers. Our 

tagline “Extending Human Capabilities” is not just a slogan. 

At our Kansas City area headquarters, we have a fully staffed 

and functional Technology Solutions Lab where we can 

demonstrate new technologies to our customers. We have 

on staff more than 300 professionals who call JMA home. 

Our mission is as follows: 

Offer high-quality IT solutions and services 

Treat our clients and employees with a high degree of 

professionalism 

Change the world by making a difference in our local 

community 

Create an open and honest environment in which any 

idea, no matter how strange, is considered 

Have a sense of humor, have fun, be healthy and don’t 

take ourselves too seriously 

We do this in a variety of ways. First and foremost, our 

people are our greatest asset—from sales associates to 


engineers to our executive team; we have the requisite 

experience and expertise. IT and services is a trust business, 

and we’ve set the standard in Kansas City and beyond. 

Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, our market reach 

extends globally with professionals working at customer sites 

throughout the world. 

We have forged partnerships with the industry’s leading 

technology companies, implementing products and solutions 

that have been built and tested elsewhere. Our unique ability 

to identify and leverage the best products and solutions the 

market has to offer has been a key driver of our customers’ 

success. Backed by our close relationship with our customers, 

our talented team can plan, build and operate their networks, 

ensuring their business mission and IT goals are met on time, 

on budget and with extreme quality. 

LEADERSHIP 

Mithra Amaran leads the government market business 

development, account management and quality assurance 

efforts. She strives to find innovative ways to help clients 

deliver value to their customers. Under her leadership, 

government related revenue has increased 40% year over 

year. She is passionate about building a culture of teamwork, 

employee empowerment and extreme commitment to 

customer happiness. She currently serves on the board of 

directors at the International Relations Council and previously 

served on the board of directors of the Asian American 

Chamber of Commerce and the Overland Park Friends of the 

Arboretum. 

Tidbit: “Business leaders who focus not on revenue targets but 

on creating a culture of teamwork, empowerment and extreme 

focus on customer satisfaction pave the way for employees to 

thrive and financial profits will follow naturally.” 

WHAT WE DO 

Our customers’ network and infrastructure are the foundations 

of their business and we help them to connect, communicate 

and collaborate—the 3 Cs of a next-generation organization 

and workforce. We increase our customer’s capabilities and 

productivity while keeping the costs down. We have forged 

partnerships and alliances with industry recognized leaders 

to ensure that we provide the most up-to-date technology 

solutions. We ensure that your infrastructure is available and 

you are online all the time.

We help you to communicate while reducing costs and 

consolidating disparate communication systems. This 

means an unified communication platform that delivers 

email, VoIP phone systems, instant messaging, voice 

conferencing, mobility, desktop sharing and more. 

We offer comprehensive information management and 

collaboration services: 

Information Architecture – Make it easy and less painful 

Business Intelligence – Fast, relevant, accurate and 

actionable information 

Enterprise Collaboration – Make it fun, fast and 

rewarding for the people 

Enterprise Content Management – Streamline and 

mechanize work to reduce redundancy and cut storage 

costs 

We offer comprehensive information technology support 

services: 

Service delivery management 

Enterprise applications development including mobile 

and web applications 

IT staffing solutions 

Highlight on our Government Sector Business 

Our Government Sector Team generates more than 50% of 

the company’s revenues. Under the leadership of Mithra 

Amaran, the team consisting of Ryan Creal, Erica Hatterman 

and John Duker program manage quality delivery of 

services to our customers and find innovative ways to help 

our customers provide value to their customers. We have a 

total experience of over 80 years in providing outstanding 

IT services to our customers. Through our efforts, JMA 

captured its first major federal contract in 2003, which has 

since grown to more than six contracts totaling more than 

$100M. It’s no surprise that our government related revenue 

has increased 40% year over year for the past 13 years. 

Government Sector Team: ( From Left to Right) 

Ryan Creal - Director, Erica Hatterman - Sr. Acct. Mgr., 

John Duker - Sales Mgr. 

EMAIL: INFO@JMA-IT.COM 

Client Requirements Drive Innovation 

The JMA team focuses on customers’ requirements, evolving 

needs and mission. Our team offers transformation services 

to assist our customers with their goals to better streamline 

services. We also assist them in implementing the IT and 

business roadmap by reaching back into other federal 

agencies we support and service industry experts of other 

companies. 

Our Delivery Team is on the Front Line for 

Innovation 

We motivate our staff who work with our customers every 

day to identify ways to improve efficiency, heighten quality, 

and achieve cost savings. Performance standards of our 

personnel include “innovation ideas” as an evaluation 

criterion. In addition, JMA brings in “fresh eyes” to 

independently assess and document the baseline of services 

by providing an IT Simplification Enterprise Assessment and 

provide performance improvement recommendations. 

Monitoring the Market for Relevant Innovations 

There is so much happening in the IT world that it is hard to 

keep track of it all. The industry spends millions of dollars 

a year doing daily monitoring of dozens of magazines, 

newsletters, conferences/symposiums, websites and blogs 

for news that helps it to be more competitive in the market. 

The JMA team taps into that information flow and delivers 

information in the form of white papers and special reports 

to our customers and other interested stakeholders. 




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HECTOR LUEVANO - PRESIDENT/CEO 

LUEVANO HART CONSTRUCTION, LLC 

A Contracting Company 

Specializing in Excellence 

ABOUT US 

Luevano Hart Construction, LLC was established in August 

2003 and is a mechanical contracting company specializing 

in commercial/industrial plumbing and pipe fitting services. 

A corporate office has been established in Kansas City, 

Missouri, which serves as the base for all corporate activities. 

The company founders are engineers with over thirty years 

of experience in the business, construction and automotive 

industries. 

MISSION 

Luevano Hart Construction, LLC’s mission is to provide 

mechanical services through a wide range of commercial/ 

industrial applications to clients in Missouri and Kansas 

using a highly skilled professional team working together, 

utilizing common sense and good work ethics. 

Chiller project at KCP&L Front Street 


SERVICES 

Luevano Hart Construction, LLC has the staff, 

equipment and experience for all types of 

projects. Specific labor union contracts are 

in force between the company and the 

following: 

Pipe Fitters Association Local Union No. 533 

Plumbers Local Union No. 8 

Laborers Local Union No. 1290 

Carpenters District Council 

CONSTRUCTION 

Process Piping Fabrication and 

Installation 

Commercial HVAC Piping and 

Plumbing 

Design/Build 

Mechanical Equipment Installation 

- Boilers/Chillers/Cooling Towers 

- Fans/Motors/Pumps 

- Packaging and Processing Equipment 

Equipment Dismantling and Relocation 

24/7 SERVICE 

HR 

SERVICE 

Process Piping 

Plumbing 

Preventative Maintenance 

- Monthly/Quarterly 

- Spring/Fall Start Up 

Large Equipment 

- Chillers/Boilers/Air Handlers 

Backflow Prevention 

- Installation/Certification 

Controls 

- Building Automation/Troubleshooting 

General Contractor 

Emergency Service 

Refrigeration

CLIENTS & MENTORS 

Burns & McDonnell – 8(a) Mentor Protégé Program 

JE Dunn Construction – Graduate of the Business 

Development Program 

KCP&L – Light Source Mentoring Program 

General Motors 

Fagan Mechanical 

Kellogg Brown & Root Services 

University of MO / University of Missouri Kansas City 

“Luevano Hart has gone above and beyond in addressing 

our industrial expansion needs and mechanical concerns. 

They take great pride in their work.” 

— Art Lambart II 

General Motors Body Shop Tool Installation 

“We have worked with Luevano Hart on several projects 

and Luevano Hart has come through every time. They 

have the ‘can do’ attitude and will go the extra mile 

to satisfy the Client. We look forward to the next 

opportunity to work with Luevano Hart.” 

— Charles Sun, DBIA 

Burns & McDonnell 

“Over the course of the past year I have personally 

witnessed Hector manage Luevano Harts’ scope on this 

difficult project with a sense of enthusiasm, leadership, 

and genuine concern for a successful outcome. He has 

offered creative solutions in helping to resolve issues in a 

timely matter and has remained committed to ensuring 

this project is a success for LHC.” 

—JE Dunn Construction Company 

Kevin F McPartland 

Project Manager 




CONTACT US: LUEVANOHART.COM/CONTACT_US 

AWARDS 

General Motors 2006 Supplier of the year Award 

MidAmerica Minority Supplier Development Council: 

Contract recognition with JE Dunn and Burns & 

McDonnell in 2007, 2008, and 2009- Kellogg Brown & 

Root Services 2011 

Minority Enterprise Development committee awarded 

us Construction Company of the year 2009 


Supplier of the year 2010 

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TOLL FREE: (800) 243-7404 


“We are focused on understanding our customer’s 

business needs and delivering cost effective 

solutions to meet those requirements.” 

JOHN WALkER - OWNER/CEO 

PERFECT OUTPUT 

Make The Perfect Choice 

ABOUT US 

Perfect Output of Kansas City was founded in 1997 to satisfy 

a market need for customized, highly service-oriented 

document solutions that help companies improve their net 

profits. We currently provide customized solutions for large 

organizations such as Sprint/Nextel, Saint Luke’s Health 

Systems, Johnson & Johnson, Cerner Corporation, Lawrence 

Livermore National Laboratories, and Hallmark Cards, Inc. 

We are committed to working with organizations to help 

understand, as well as manage, their true document and print 

production costs. 

LEADERSHIP 

With over 30 years of leadership experience, including 10 

years as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer 

of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City, John Walker started 

Perfect Output of Kansas City in 1997. 

John truly has an entrepreneurial mind, and it is this thought 

process that helped him find a unique niche within the 

document output service sector. He saw a vital need within 

organizations to manage documents with an integrated 

approach versus the silo approach traditionally taken by most 

corporations. The integrated approach looks at all aspects 

of the document life cycle, thus providing an opportunity 

to provide more comprehensive, effective and valuable 

solutions. 


He is also deeply committed to developing people, helping 

them grow and stretch their expectations for what is possible 

for them to achieve. John receives tremendous satisfaction in 

mentoring others and always encourages new approaches. 

PROfESSIONAL SERVICES 

We provide solutions to address business 

needs in the realm of output devices and 

document management services. Our focus is 

on integrating document technology into core 

work processes to improve quality, productivity 

and efficiency, with an emphasis on driving cost 

savings within our client accounts. Some of the solutions that 

we offer include: 

Output Devices 

Identify your current and anticipated document management 

requirements as your business is continually changing. We will 

develop a plan that makes sense today and can work with you 

as your future needs evolve. We will keep this plan evergreen 

and evolve with your business. 

Workflow Analysis and Redesign 

We specialize in helping companies improve their efficiencies 

and productivity through business process automation. From 

automating data collection to refining backend processes and 

systems, we can help you increase productivity, reduce data 

input errors, and improve worker efficiency while reducing 

paper and printing costs. More work is accomplished in less 

time with less cost. 

Print Acquisition Portal 

Perfect Output can host a print acquisition portal to support 

your specialty and commercial print acquisition projects. This 

allows your marketing, operations and sales teams to obtain 

bids on these projects based on available print resources we 

have available, as well as any preferred supplier with which you 

have current relationships today. 

Records Management 

Perfect Output solutions provided for records management 

can help you more accurately store and monitor millions of 

documents, enabling better information access and greater 

compliance. We will provide you a Records Information 

Engagement leader that will provide consulting, design, 

implementation and support for your installation.

We will work with you to integrate your current records 

management system with best practice protocols and new 

technologies. 

Scanning and Imaging 

Perfect Output Imaging and Scanning Services provide our 

customers an integrated approach to support the document 

imaging and scanning needs of your enterprise. The processes 

and tools for document scanning and imaging your business 

documents are developed by Perfect Output to integrate 

with efficient workflows and your existing Enterprise Content 

Management (ECM) systems. 

Mail Operations 

Help your business improve performance by connecting 

inbound and outbound mail flows with critical business 

processes. Partnering with Perfect Output can make your 

entire operation faster, more efficient and better protected 

against risk. Perfect Output can help you migrate your mail 

center operations into the 21st Century. 

Print Requisition Portal 

Perfect Output can provide a web portal to allow your users 

to request print products from an online catalog, develop and 

design on-demand products with variable data using preapproved 

templates, as well as submit jobs to your local print 

production center/image center or other cost effective print 

service providers. We have proven processes that can save 

you money while meeting or exceeding your current service 

and quality levels. 

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT 

2009 -2012 Ongoing relationship with 

Cristo Rey Kansas City to provide 4 students 

real job experiences and expectations doing 

office work, accounting and information 

technology at our corporate offices and/or on 

account locations. 

First Hand Foundation – Cerner – Assists individual 

children with health-related needs when insurance and 

other financial resources have been exhausted. The 

organization strives to change children’s lives around the 

world, one child at a time. Its mission: To directly impact 

the health status of a young life. 

Third and Long – Organization to help urban children that 

face challenging and even life-threatening situations. 

Sponsor of Buck O’Neil Learning Center Project in Kansas 

City, lead by Ollie Gates. 

Sponsor of 101 Awards Banquet, benefiting local charities. 




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MAMSDC 

CERTIFICATION 

LEADS TO SUCCESS 

Getting certified through MAMSDC is a worthwhile experience that 

can open a whole new world of business, as it has for 

Unlimited Building Maintenance (UBM). 

Minority business certification 

through MAMSDC offers MBEs a 

multitude of advantages that can 

significantly improve the strength 

and development of the business. 

Certification directly leads to MBE 

growth and success through exposure 

to 3,600 leading national, regional 

and local companies, referrals to 

member corporations, opportunities 

to network with corporate members, 

access to corporate buyers, listing on 

the MAMSDC and NMSDC computer 

database (MBISYS), and second tier 

as well as MBE-to-MBE business 

opportunities. More than 17,000 

certified MBEs across the NMSDC 

network experience enhanced relationships 

with corporate members, 

as well as additional benefits from 

participation in education programs, 

workshops, mentoring programs, 

financial programs and other business 

development opportunities. 

Asya Evans, a Certification Specialist 

at MAMSDC, explains that there are 

many benefits to certification; 

however, the connections MBEs 

can make through networking are 

perhaps the most valuable. “MBEs are 

beginning to understand that people 

do business with people they know. 

It makes a huge difference when a 

buyer sees a bid come across their 

desk and they can relate to the person 

behind the bid. Otherwise, you’re just 

another bid.” 

Over the past three years, Unlimited 

Building Maintenance (UBM) of 

Lenexa, Kansas, has discovered the 

benefit of their MAMSDC certification. 

Mo Bashar, Business Development 

Director, explains that these days, 

companies are not just looking for a 

service to vacuum and empty trash 

cans. They’re looking for a company 

that can do “green cleaning” to keep 

their tenants or employees healthy 

and happy. That’s where UBM has an 

advantage. And MAMSDC certification 

and networking opportunities have 

helped UBM gain access to firms 

looking for these specific services. 

When Mr. Bashar calls on a prospect, 

he can proudly say that as an 

MAMSDC-certified business, UBM 

is a cut above its competitors. UBM 

takes pride in its service, quality, 

security, expertise, and efficiency; but 

getting certified by MAMSDC helped 

take UBM, already a solid and wellrespected 

business, to the next 

level. Mrs. Evans noticed significant 

progression at UBM following their 

certification. “UBM has changed since 

becoming certified through MAMSDC 

by utilizing our association with the 

corporate community as an invitation 

to build relationships and ultimately 

gain contracts,” notes Mrs. Evans. 

Nicholas Stewart, the other 

Certification Specialist at MAMSDC, 

also witnessed changes at UBM

following their certification through 

MAMSDC. “Mo Bashar has laid out an 

incredible template on how to use the 

council to grow your business. With an 

upbeat attitude and persistence 

in networking, UBM has truly gained 

an advantage over the competition. 

Our council is always proud to 

recommend Unlimited Building 

Maintenance as a top-notch firm for 

hire," says Mr. Stewart. 

As UBM knows, the key to success 

involves more than just getting certified. 

It also requires actively utilizing 

the council and its resources. “UBM 

has taken advantage of our programs 

and applied the information they have 

learned to their business. This has put 

them in a unique position to compete. 

Their company is more viable and 

visible to our corporate members,” 

says Mrs. Evans. 

Mr. Stewart takes great pride in 

witnessing the success of newly 

certified MBEs firsthand. "One of the 

most exciting aspects of my job is 

when a newly certified company 

finds value out of the council. 

Watching a company make the 

corporate contacts, network 

relentlessly, and sit in front of your 

desk with a recertification application 

and a success story makes this job 

meaningful. Most companies give up 

after time periods with no success and 

I realize it is truly the diligent 

entrepreneur that perseveres," 

says Mr. Stewart. 

Some MBEs are initially intimidated 

by the certification process, but that 

shouldn’t be a deterrent. Certification 

through MAMSDC is a simple process 

and well worth the time and money. 

Before the process begins, potential 

applicants should ensure that they 

meet all of the criteria for certification. 

Applicants must be a for-profit 

enterprise, physically located in the 

United States or its territories, at least 

51% owned by an ethnic minority 

(African-American, Hispanic-American, 

“They will soon find out how 

much easier life is when they 

have an advocate working 

on their behalf to assist in 

maneuvering through large 

organizations. We have the 

relationships to get the ball 

rolling; all the MBE has to do 

is put the ball in the goal.” 

— Asya Evans 

Native American, Asian and Pacific 

Islander American), and the ethnic 

minority owner must be active in 

the management and daily business 

operations of the enterprise. 

The first step in the certification 

process is an online application which 

can be completed gradually. Then, all 

required documentation must be sent 

to the council office by postal mail. 

MAMSDC conducts a site visit with the 

owner(s) of the company to confirm 

information received within the 

application. Following the site visit, 

the application is recommended for 

approval by the Certification Committee, 

and the board of directors. 

Once certified, MBEs can 

immediately reap the rewards. “They 

will soon find out how much easier 

life is when they have an advocate 

working on their behalf to assist in 

maneuvering through large organizations. 

We have the relationships to 

get the ball rolling; all the MBE has to 

do is put the ball in the goal.” 

Mrs. Evans also has some advice for 

MBEs on the fence about whether or 

not they should get certified through 

MAMSDC: “I would recommend they 

evaluate who their target customers 

are and how they can serve them. 

They should then attend some of our 

programs and events to evaluate how 

our organization works.” Likewise, 

Mr. Stewart acknowledges that MBE 

certification is not for everybody. “It is 

not a one-size-fits-all solution. If your 

business is ramping up and looking 

for corporate contacts and contracts, 

our organization will be worthwhile. 

I would ask the owner to look into 

his sales strategy and make sure he 

has key elements of business that are 

needed to leap into the corporate 

supply chain. I challenge the business 

owner to think deeply on whether a 

corporate contract will break his 

business; or push their company to 

the next level,” says Mr. Stewart. 

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“I believe that any business has the ability 

to increase its creativity and innovation 

for higher profitability .” 

PATRICE MANUEL - CEO/SENIOR PRINCIPAL 

P/STRADA 

Achieving Higher Potential 

And Greater Profitability For 

Business And Government 

ABOUT US 

P/Strada, LLC is a Kansas City, Missouri based company that 

has experienced steady growth over its 11 year history. The 

growth can be attributed to its diverse capabilities born from 

a professional services perspective. Specifically, P/Strada 

provides program and project management in almost any 

environment and enterprise. 

Telecommunications is one of our newest specialties 

providing design, implementation and testing services. 

P/Strada provides acquisition management from furniture 

purchases to microwave relay tower equipment and 

everything in between. We also provide staff augmentation 

primarily for various government agencies (e.g.,Homeland 

Security, Army, GSA). We can supply commercial 

administrative personnel all the way through very specialized 

top secret military requirements. 

P/Strada has an extensive training and management 

consulting capability as well. We can provide training, 

strategic planning and consulting in areas such as: 

organizational development specializing in organizational 

structure and processes that assist organizations and 

individuals in achieving higher and greater success in 

their current environment; diversity integration assisting 

government agencies and private companies in the 


achievement and reporting of minority- and women- owned 

business participation goals on projects and providing 

diversity training for compliance. P/Strada’s training can 

be delivered in a blended learning environment, from a 

traditional instructor to a virtual classroom provided via a 

Cloud computing solution. 

P/Strada can also provide e-waste solutions to help get rid 

of unwanted electronic equipment utilizing waste recycling 

techniques that comply with the EPA, in a “zero landfill” 

manner. 

LEADERSHIP 

P/Strada is led by CEO and Senior Principal, Patrice 

Manuel, who gained wide-range experience managing 

complex challenges throughout the world over a 20-year 

career as a U.S. Army officer. Ms. Manuel is a Certified 

Project Management Professional with a Master’s degree 

in Administration and a Doctorate in Organizational 

Development and Leadership. 

Her combination of experience and education prepared 

her to create a team of like-minded professionals who 

provide successful solutions in the areas of professional 

and organizational development, project management, 

advanced technology, modeling and simulation, Homeland 

Security issues, measurable management, logistics and 

system planning, and research and development. 

VISION STATEMENT 

P/Strada is a leader providing quality products and services 

to our customers, partners, and community in a global 

market. 

MISSION STATEMENT 

P/Strada is a growth company providing the highest 

quality professional services in project management, 

telecommunications, acquisition management, staff 

augmentation, training, and management consulting to our 

customers, partners and community. 

VALUE STATEMENT 

• A reputable industry leader committed to the 

stewardship of resources and responsibilities. 

• We are a company of integrity that strives for excellence 

We “get it right” the first time.

SERVICES 

PROJECT MANAGEMENT 

P/Strada offers innovative solutions of managing ongoing 

inter-dependent projects to meet your corporate needs. 

TELECOMMUNICATIONS 

P/Strada formed the Telecommunications Business Division 

in response to the high demand for telephone products 

and to provide exceptional support. Our quality assurance 

process assures that we exceed our customers’ expectations. 

ACqUISITION MANAGEMENT 

P/Strada has the ability to service all of your organizations 

furniture needs from design to installation. We have 

aligned ourselves with many numerous companies that 

manufacture in the USA and Canada. 

STAff AUGMENTATION 

Staff Augmentation provides ongoing professional 

administrative support which is used to staff a project and 

respond to business objectives in the work process. 

TRAINING/MANAGEMENT CONSULTING 

P/Strada Training Institute provides a multitude of education 

and training options. From basic office skills to advanced 

professional skills, P/Strada Training Institute provides and 

manages educational platforms for blended, face-to-face, 

instructional, online and web-based training. 

Learning Portal 

P/Strada’s eLearning Campus 

Much can be gained by utilizing e-learning – reduced 

training time and increased flexibility are two major 

benefits, but those benefits aren’t enough if the e-learning is 

not effective. 

P/Strada offers online training to help organizations equip 

their managers and supervisors with the tools they need to 

succeed. 

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LENORA PAYNE - PRESIDENT 

TECHNOLOGy GROUP SOLUTIONS, LLC. 

We Focus On Your IT, So You 

Can Focus On Your Business 

ABOUT US 

Technology Group Solutions LLC (TGS), a certified minority 

and woman-owned enterprise, employs a knowledgeable 

staff with years of experience in the IT field. Many of our 

employees are lifelong residents of the Kansas City area. Our 

commitment to the Kansas City business community develops 

long-term relationships with our customers. At Technology 

Group Solutions, our customers rely on us to assist their 

organizations in aligning IT products with their business 

direction. 

TGS, LLC, is a Kansas City based company, located in Lenexa, 

Kansas, and was established to provide infrastructure products 

and software as well as resources in the IT field for the greater 

Kansas City area. We have branched out to other states since 

our inception to offer quality product solutions and services to 

our clients. 

Our partnerships with the leading industry manufacturers 

allows TGS to offer you the most flexibility in determining 

and executing your infrastructure direction. The TGS Team is 

comprised of specialists trusted to offer unbiased solutions for 

our customers. 

The TGS team infuses their work with a sense of pride and 

respect—for themselves, their clients and the community 

around them. 


LEADERSHIP 

As a certified minority and woman owned business, we 

espouse a responsibility to hire, partner, and finance with 

individuals and organizations that share our values. 

The TGS team is very focused on prioritizing the customer 

requirements. Our best of breed technology vendors allows 

us to fulfill this priority. 

The company’s customer-centric philosophy and core values 

of honesty and integrity have helped TGS build long-lasting 

relationships resulting in satisfied customers. While growing 

our client base, TGS also has remained dedicated to projects 

like community outreach. 

SERVICES 

Technology Group Solutions’ Professional Services include 

strategic and tactical consulting expertise in the areas of Local 

and wide area networks, security, infrastructure design and 

deployment (data centers to desktops), staff augmentation, 

and system integration. 

Technology Group Solutions provides expertise in capacity 

planning, problem assessment, problem resolution, 

deployment, and administration. 

Effective network computing requires a secure infrastructure 

tailored to meet your specific business needs. As a trusted, 

independent advisor, Technology Group Solutions offers 

technology procurement for all of the major manufacturers 

and vendors. Our customers rely on our industry veterans’ 

expertise in assisting their organizations to help align 

IT products that meet with their business direction. Our 

customer-centric group of professionals does not consider 

the job complete until a formal hand-off of the project with 

documentation and any required training has been delivered 

to your staff.

MANAGED SERVICES 

There comes a point when every 

organization must make decisions about its 

network management. For some that could 

mean your business (and IT infrastructure) 

is growing beyond your ability to manage 

technology effectively. For others it may be 

that you need to minimize cost and reduce overhead. 

BUSINESS SOLUTIONS 

While businesses have been coping with 

the negative reality of a lingering recession, 

TGS will assist organizations with aligning 

themselves for the opportunities that come 

when the economy rebounds. 

PROfESSIONAL SERVICES 

Professional services are an important to 

the owner that may not have the time or 

knowledge to deal with IT challenges that 

may come along. TGS provides professional 

services to solve IT issues. 

LEASING 

Equipment leasing is a popular option for 

companies of all sizes. The Equipment 

Leasing Association of America estimates 

that 80 percent of all companies lease at 

least some of their equipment, and estimates 

are that firms leased more than $226 billion 

worth of goods each year. Equipment leasing is particularly 

favored by many small businesses, which often have future 

options because of limited capital. 

TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT 

TGS will delivery industry best practice 

reports that will rapidly identify and 

address critical and potentially costly 

IT environmental issues. These reports 

will provide TGS with insight into your IT 

environment, identifying pain points and security 

gaps, and providing the opportunity to make an immediate 

positive impact on your IT environment. 

“TGS has been ranked by our procurement team as one of our top 

suppliers for over the past 5 years...” 

— Kimberly Jeffries 

Resource Manager & Supplier Diversity 

Saint Luke’s Health System 



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POWER & LIGHT, SPRINT, KOCH INDUSTRIES, 

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JAN & RICk TREJO - OWNERS 

TRECO, INC. 

Proven Experience And 

Commitment To Excellence 

ABOUT US 

Treco Incorporated has been providing oil & gas field 

services for more than 25 years. The Ulysses, Kansas office 

was established in 1984, and since that time Treco, Inc. 

expanded locations to Hugoton, Kansas and Perryton, Texas 

to service its growing clientele. 

All locations are fully staffed with managers, foremen, 

personnel and equipment. Treco, Inc. is able to meet all of 

the customer’s needs for the services listed below. 

Steel and Poly Pipe Installation 

Station, Facility and Plant Construction 

Repair and Rehab Pipelines 

Install Gathering and Metering Systems 

Dirt Constracting 

Commercial Fencing 


Treco, Inc. has a fully staffed construction team 

with over 100 years of combined experience. 

Treco, Inc. has the capabilities of acquiring 

specialized equipment needed for any 

particular job. An in house fabrication shop 

allows for prefab of piping in any size for 

pipeline and plant projects. 

Construction teams have the proficiencies of laying steel 

pipe in sizes up to 30”. Treco, Inc. has the expertise to set 

and pipe in compressors, repair existing pipelines and set 

and tie-in meter runs. 

Locating and exposing existing underground 

utilities is another service provided by Treco, 

Inc. Two hydro-vacs, along with qualified 

personnel, can take care of any excavation 

need and leave underground utilities 

damage free. 

Treco, Inc. is KCC and ICC approved to meet any hauling 

needs you may have. 

Roustabout services consist of a highly 

experienced workforce. Treco, Inc. can 

perform any type of job, from setting tank 

batteries and building salt water disposals 

to trenching and laying electric and water 

lines. Extensive experience is offered in 

setting pumping units of all sizes, heater treaters 

and separators. 

Treco, Inc. has the manpower and equipment 

to maintain roads, build locations and haul 

a wide variety of materials. Mowing of 

locations and lease roads is also provided. 

Treco, Inc. also installs commercial fencing of 

all types made to your specifications. 

Treco, Inc. has built several water flood systems to aid in the 

recovery of oil, which includes several miles of fiberglass 

pipe, road bores and electric lines.

SAfETY 

Safety in the oil and gas field is of the utmost importance 

and the management of Treco, Inc. believes that safety is 

the key to success. This belief has led to a top down, bottom 

up safety strategy which involves the entire entity. Treco, 

Inc. has taken multiple steps to ensure that the safety of 

employees is not compromised by using proactive programs 

that not only seek to meet OSHA requirements, but exceed 

even the most stringent industry standards. Being a safety 

leader in the oil and gas industry not only means having 

policies that align with requirements, but also having 

employees that believe and practice safety. 

TRAINING 

Treco, Inc. provides training to all employees in their specific 

vocational fields. Training is a key strategy in order to 

maintain safety, health, quality, and efficiency. Training is 

conducted by knowledgeable staff with an all inclusive 

approach including classroom instruction, computer based 

training, hands on applications, and field training. 

qUALIfICATIONS 

There are many qualifications required in order to service 

the oil and gas industry, and Treco, Inc. is able to meet these 

qualifications. From Federal DOT Operators Qualifications 

(OQ) all the way to SafeLand credentials, Treco, Inc. is able 

to deliver qualified individuals for the specific needs of our 

clientele. Treco, Inc. is also a member of ISNET World and 

SSQ PEC Premier. 

OUR CUSTOMERS 

Anadarko Petroleum Corp. 

Atmos Energy 

BP 

Chesapeake Energy 

Cimarex Energy 

DCP Midstream 

Devon Energy 

Energy Transfer 

Exxon Mobil Corp. 

Occidental Petroleum 

Oneok Partners 

Panhandle Eastern Corp. 

Pioneer Natural Resources 

Praxair, Inc. 

Whiting Oil & Gas Corp. 

WTG 

xTO Energy 

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PO Box 493 

Ulysses, Kansas 67880 

Phone (620) 356-4785 

Treco, Inc. 

823 East 11th 

PO Box 637 

Hugoton, Kansas 67951 

Phone (620) 544-2606 

Treco, Inc. 

12785 Loop 143 

PO Box 1132 

Perryton, Texas 79070 

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MO BASHAR - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 

UNLIMITED BUILDING MAINTENANCE 

Cleaning With Your Health 

In Mind 

ABOUT US 

Unlimited Building Maintenance, LLC (UBM) is a privately 

held corporation assisting building managers throughout the 

Greater Kansas City area. 

With decades of experience in the cleaning and maintenance 

industry, we have the experience, knowledge, and service 

focus it takes to be a maintenance management consulting 

company. We’ll work with you to create a highly effective, 

economical building maintenance program. And we’ll manage 

the whole program for you, so you’re free to do your real job. 

CLEANING fOR HEALTH PROGRAM 

UBM’s green cleaning programs promote health and safety 

while having a minimal impact on the environment. 

Keep employees healthier and more productive. UBM’s 

Cleaning for Health program can help you: 

Cut absenteeism by up to 33%. 

Improve productivity by reducing sick days. 

Reduce employee health insurance claims and co-pays. 


The Harvard Business Review reported sick employees 

cost American businesses over $150 billion a year in lost 

productivity. One sick employee can cost your company up 

to $500 per illness. 

Companies that use old-fashioned vacuums and wet mops 

leave lots of dirt and germs on your floors. But UBM uses 

Green Seal® Certified Chemistry and EPA registered products 

and techniques to “clean the unseen”—bacteria that can 

cause illness. After cleaning, we measure the area’s bacteria 

level, to be sure the area is sparkling clean and healthy. 

Empty space means lost profit. 

Keep your spaces occupied with UBM’s Cleaning for Health 

program. When UBM keeps your building clean, fresh and 

sanitary, tenants will be healthier and happier. Kansas City 

clients who choose UBM’s Cleaning for Health program can 

reduce absenteeism due to illness by up to 33%. That’s how 

Cleaning for Health can help building managers with higher 

tenant retention, fewer complaints, and higher lease asking 

prices. 

UBM’s Cleaning for Health program can help you: 

Retain tenants 

Reduce tenant complaints 

Improve retail sales in your building 

Command higher lease asking prices 

Keep more profit 

Cross-contamination spreads germs that cause illness. 

Stop the cycle of cross-contamination. Flu viruses can live on 

surfaces for up to 72 hours. During that time, a lot of people 

can pick up disease germs from touching those surfaces. 

But UBM’s exclusive “Touch Point” cleaning regimen kills 

germs, so they don’t spread. Our High-Flow Fluid Extraction 

System removes biofilms and infectious microorganisms that 

conventional cleaning can not. 

To reduce the chance of bacteria migrating throughout your 

building, UBM recommends that your entry mat be at least 

20 feet long, and that it be cleaned daily, not just weekly. We 

also recommend hand sanitizer stations near your entrances 

to reduce germs coming in from outside.

THE GREEN CLEAN INSTITUTE 

Taking the lead in any industry is not a simple task, but 

Unlimited Building Maintenance enjoys being a positive 

force in the janitorial business. In fact, Unlimited Building 

Maintenance of Kansas City is one of the newest Green Clean 

Institute Firm certifications. 

While many companies choose only to post a Green promise 

or logo on their website, UBM demonstrated its commitment 

to the industry by gaining Green Clean Institute certification. 

In less than two weeks, the UBM team completed their 

training and were on to the 180 Degree Assessment that 

would allow Unlimited Building Maintenance to implement 

the Green program over the next months and years. 

Going Green is not a one-time decision or a short-term 

project. It takes a while to get the training done, ideas in 

place, and gradually move the company into a serious Green 

operation. It involves replacing the products on the shelves, 

training workers on the products, and replacing equipment. 

Standard vacuums cycle out as new HEPA vacuums are 

brought in. Even items like trash bags, doormats, and 

cleaning cloths are part of the process. 

The workers at Unlimited Building Maintenance can proudly 

say that they EARNED their Green Janitorial certification from 

the highly recognized Green Clean Institute. 

SERVICE 

you can count on UBM to provide comprehensive service 

in Kansas City—from consultation, to cleaning, to 24/7 

emergency response. 

UBM quality control managers and field operation inspectors 

to make sure you’re getting the most value for your budget, 

by inspecting every job. 

An independent national quality assurance firm makes 

quarterly inspections to make sure clients receive the service 

as contracted. 

Call UBM today and ask about our 

comprehensive and extraordinary services. 

• 24/7 Emergency Services 

• Janitorial Services 

• Green Cleaning for Health 

• Specialty Services 

UBMKANSASCITy.COM/CONTACT-US/ 

UBM’S CORE OPERATING PRINCIPLES 

Customer Commitment 

Every customer counts. We work hard to build meaningful 

partnerships with our customers – partnerships that allow us 

to anticipate our clients’ needs and proactively manage the 

maintenance of each building. 

quality 

Quality is essential. We provide quality service by thoroughly 

training our employees and by carrying out proactive and 

routine building inspections. 

Personal Accountability 

UBM clients can depend on us, without hesitation. We hold all 

our employees accountable for delivering on our promised 

commitments. We’re quick to acknowledge our mistakes and 

take immediate action to make a situation right. 

Integrity 

We conduct our business with the highest ethical and moral 

standards. Our leadership team is always first in setting 

the right example and ensuring our staff understands our 

expectations. 




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Construction 

With $8 billion in annual construction volume, 

Turner Construction is a firm that thinks 

globally and builds locally. Part of Turner 

Construction’s success is its serious dedication 

to including minority-and women-owned 

business enterprises (M/WBEs) in their 

projects. Turner Construction’s objectives 

are to increase visibility, improve economic 

viability, and expand opportunities for 

M/WBEs. To do this, Turner Construction 

has implemented lofty inclusion goals 

and an impressive educational program. 

Since 1980, Turner Construction’s total contracts 

awarded to M/WBEs and involvement with M/WBE joint 

venture partnerships has totaled over $12 billion. In 2011, 

Turner Construction spent over $1.1 billion with M/WBEs 

across the country with more than 3,600 contracts. This 

marked the seventh consecutive year that Turner Construction 

met or exceeded its annual M/WBE participation goal 

of one billion dollars. Because of these impressive figures, 

Turner Construction has received more than 100 awards for 

leadership in utilization of M/WBEs. In 2012, Turner Construction 

has been selected as one of “America’s Top 

Organizations for Multicultural Business Opportunities” 

for the third consecutive year. 

While Turner Construction has 5,000 employees in 

offices around the world, the Kansas City office currently 

has about 100 employees. Founded in 1988, the Kansas City 

office serves a four-state area of Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska 

and Iowa. Over the past five years, the Kansas City office 

has awarded more than $108 million to minority-owned 

businesses and $115 million to women-owned businesses 

ExCEEding 

ExpECtations 

in M/WBE 

partiCipation 

in the metro area. Contracts with M/WBEs through 

projects in the Kansas City Turner Construction office 

reached over $48 million in 2011 alone; representing 22 

percent of overall business. Turner Construction works on 

some of the highest profile projects in Kansas City, as well 

as across the country, and consistently exceeds its already 

ambitious supplier diversity goals; treating these goals not 

as maximums, but as minimums. 

Inside Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway 

Instances of Turner Construction going above and 

beyond their commitment to diversity are prevalent in 

many top projects in the Kansas City area. The Hollywood 

Casino at Kansas Speedway opened in early 2012 to much 

excitement, along with praise for Turner Construction 

f0r exceeding its M/WBE and local business participation 

goals. Initially, participation goals sought to include 15 

percent locally owned, 15 percent minority-owned and 

7 percent women-owned businesses for construction, a 

combined goal of 28 percent. Out of all the construction 

contracts managed by Turner Construction sent out for

ids, the Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway project 

utilized 44 percent locally owned businesses, 16 percent 

for minority-owned businesses and nearly 26 percent for 

women-owned businesses, a combined total of 86 percent. 

Businesses that qualified for multiple categories were 

included in the statistics for all applicable categories. 

The new Arrowhead Stadium 

Additionally, Turner Construction participated in a recent 

project at Arrowhead Stadium, home of the NFL’s Kansas 

City Chiefs. Turner Construction worked on a large-scale 

improvement project for Arrowhead Stadium, using 19 

percent MBE contractors and 7 percent WBEs. As part of 

this project, Turner Construction teamed with Kansas 

City MBE, Greenleaf Construction. Earlier, on a smaller 

renovation and addition project at Arrowhead, Turner 

Construction aimed even higher and set an initial goal of 

15 percent MBE, 5 percent WBE participation, and ended 

up achieving 24 percent and 14 percent, respectively. 

These notable inclusion goals are applied on projects 

throughout the country, including major national projects 

like the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial, which 

was recently opened in Washington, DC. More than 83 

percent of the over 100,000 hours worked on this project 

were completed by M/WBEs. Additionally, The Dr. Martin 

Luther King Jr. National Memorial project exceeded its 

minority business utilization goal by 38 percent. Hilton 

Smith, Senior Vice President for Corporate and Community 

Affairs at Turner Construction Company, is extremely proud 

of both the project and the diverse businesses involved. 

“We were blessed to be selected as the construction 

manager on such a worldwide viable project as the Dr. 

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project in 

Washington, DC,” says Mr. Smith. “The diversity of 

minority and women business utilization was a key factor, 

which included McKissack & McKissack and the Gilford 

Corporation, nationally viable minority firms that were chosen 

as our joint venture partners. The goal was to have visible 

minority and women businesses construct the project. 

These firms were main players in the successful completion 

of the MLK National Memorial. We simply 

followed our corporate goal by enhancing the utilization 

of minority firms, as we have for over forty years,” 

adds Mr. Smith. 

“We were blessed to be selected 

as the construction manager on 

such a worldwide viable project 

as the Dr. Martin Luther King, 

Jr. National Memorial Project in 

Washington, DC,” 

— Hilton Smith 

Supplier diversity at Turner Construction is not just about 

inclusion and participation on projects, but also education. 

The Turner School of Construction Management is an eightweek 

course taught by professional Turner staff on such 

topics as risk management, construction estimating, safety 

and effective marketing. More than 15,000 individuals have 

graduated from this program over the past 40 years. This 

program is held at facilities across the country, and included 

1,206 businesses and entrepreneurs in over 31 cities. Turner 

Construction will hold its 15th class in Kansas City during 

2012. Graduates of the Turner School of Construction 

Management often become project participants after 

program completion. 

Through projects and programs like these, Turner 

Construction has developed a long and positive track record 

of utilizing M/WBEs on projects across the country. Turner 

Construction has maintained its sterling reputation by 

consistently striving to do more and also offering M/WBEs 

of all sizes a chance to grow, develop, and prosper. 

CoNtaCt 

Gerri L. McQueen, Community Affairs Director 

P. (816) 886-4548 E. gmcqueen@tcco.com

YOUNG SEXTON - FOUNDER 

WINGGATE TRAVEL 

The WingGate Difference 

ABOUT US 

WingGate Travel American Express is a premier travel 

management and consulting company committed to 

providing extraordinary customer services to each and 

every customer. WingGate Travel is an Asian-American and 

minority-owned small business concern, founded in 1991 

and continuously owned and operated by young W. Sexton, 

a Korean-American business woman. 

LEADERSHIP 

young Sexton, Founder, has over 24 

years of combined travel and business 

management experience. Burton Sexton, 

President, holds expertise in management 

information technology working with large 

corporate and government customers. 

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT 

Leadership in WingGate Travel believes in giving back to the 

community and getting involved through local charitable 

and entrepreneurship organizations as well as educational 

institutions. young Sexton holds several board membership 

positions for non-profit and for-profit institutions. 


TOP REASONS TO USE WINGGATE TRAVEL 

American Express Travel Specialist: 

Take advantage of these benefits when you visit WingGate 

Travel or contact one of our travel specialists to plan and 

book customized travel. 

Travel Is Our Business 

We have been in the travel business since 1991. Let us show 

you what over 20 years of travel experience can do for your 

next business and/or leisure travel. 

Trust in American Express 

Our brand is our promise, and we continue to deliver on it 

every day by providing our Cardmembers, along with all 

other customers, with extraordinary customer service. 

Worldwide Service 

With one of the world’s largest and most established travel 

service networks, we are there with you even when you are 

on your journey. 

The Rewards of Membership 

Earn Membership Rewards® points with your travel 

purchases with an eligible American Express Card. you 

can also use Pay with Points to pay for all or part of your 

vacation with Membership Rewards points exclusively at 

American Express Travel. 

Our Travel Specialists Work for You 

Planning a memorable vacation takes time — time you 

could be using on a vacation. Let our travel specialists do 

the legwork for you. 

Cut Through the Clutter 

The web is full of information and misinformation. Our 

travel specialists are equipped with the experience, tools, 

and the right relationships to help you cut through the 

clutter of travel options and embark on bringing you the 

convenience, time and cost savings that are right for you.

Get Great Value 

Travel is an investment with lasting returns. Work with a 

travel specialist to ensure you get great value out of your 

travel dollars. 

Our Travel Specialists Are There for You 

Travel brings us face to face with new worlds — the new, 

the novel, the wonderful. Sometimes, however, it can also 

deliver unexpected snags. Working with a travel specialist 

puts a real person on your side should you have an 

unexpected change in travel plans. 

TESTIMONIAL 

“Northrop Grumman has been affiliated with WingGate 

Travel since 1999 in support of a major government 

contract on Fort Leavenworth. As part of this contract, 

WingGate has provided timely, cost effective service in 

airline tickets, hotels and rental cars for trips from 5 to 

500 travelers without error for worldwide travelers. Our 

contract requires travel to all US Army installations in the 

United States, Europe, and South Korea. WingGate has 

mastered the art of moving large groups from all 50 states 

and coordinating arrivals in conjunction with major events 

to include the acquisition of rental cars and hotels. Our 

success depends on WingGate.” 

- John Finan, Business Manager, Northrop Grumman Technical 

Services, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas 

CONTACT US 

AWARDS 

Top 150 Private Companies in the Kansas City Area 

2009 Top 10 Fastest Growing Companies – Ingram’s 

2008 Top 10 Fastest Growing Companies – Ingram’s 

2008 NOVA Award – Overland Park Chamber of 

Commerce 

Top 10 Small Business of the year 2004 – Kansas City 

Chamber 

The Professional Service Firm of the year 2000 - SBA 




SERVED 

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WINGGATE TRAVEL 

8645 COLLEGE BOULEVARD 

SUITE 100 


PHONE: (913) 451-9200 


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“I believe in maximizing the potential of every 

employee through targeted training, coaching 

and professional development.” 

JULIE HICkMAN, MA HR - PRESIDENT 

DIVERSITy COMPLIANCE GROUP, INC. 

Winner! MED Week KC 2011 

Professional Services Firm of the Year 

ABOUT US 

Diversity Compliance & Testing Group is a 

certified web-based HR training, testing 

and Assessment Company. We solve 

the problem of liability in the workplace 

through high impact training, testing 

and custom developed web-based training 

programs. Our annual HR Compliance Testing Program 

for managers & employees serves to reduce potential 

workplace liability. Schedule your employees’ annual testing 

with us today! 

LEADERSHIP 

Ms. Hickman is founder and owner of Diversity Compliance 

& Testing Group, Inc. in Overland Park, Kansas. She has over 

19 years of experience working for and with Fortune 500 

corporations. Ms. Hickman has a Masters Degree in Human 

Resources with an emphasis in Organizational Change, 

Mentoring and Training. She is a recipient of the 1999 KC 

SCLC Black Achiever Award for Excellence in Business and 

Industry. 

Creating customizable E-Learning programs and offering 

curriculum development with a variety of cost-effective 

delivery methods such as web-based, webinars and 

traditional classroom is DC&T’s specialty. Passing their 

Annual HR Compliance Test is a badge of honor for 

employees striving to work more inclusively. 

WWW.DCTLEARN.COM 



SERVED 

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AND ASSESSMENT 

NAICS CoDES 611430, 541611, 541612, 611410, 611699 

CERTIfICATIoNS YEARS oRgANIzATIoN AffIlIATIoN 

DIVERSITY 


CONTACT US: INFO@DCTLEARN.COM 

WHAT WE DO 

Annual HR Compliance Testing for Managers & Employees 

Our web-based HR Compliance Testing & Training Program 

features four subjects in one comprehensive program: 

Business Ethics, Employment Law, Sexual Harassment and 

Workplace Diversity. Ninety percent of DC&T’s clients agree 

that this program serves as an informative annual employee 

compliance training update. 

Converting Classroom Courses to a Web-based Delivery 

Platform 

Our curriculum development and storyboard services 

can launch your favorite classroom courses, speeches and 

lectures to a fast, efficient and widespread web-based 

delivery platform accessible to anyone with email access to 

the web. 

3rd Party Confidential Climate Assessment 

Our confidential Climate Assessment Program provides 

clients with effective internal and external customer feedback 

in web-based, paper-based and phone survey formats. Our 

Climate Assessments carry a variety of customer focus points 

such as diversity climate and customer satisfaction. 

High Impact Training & facilitation 

Our professional training and facilitation services provide 

clients with effective and highly interactive management and 

professional development programs. All our instructors and 

facilitators are experienced certified corporate trainers. 


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7111 W. 151ST STREET #45 


TOLL FREE: (866) 869-1609 

FAx: (866) 869-1016 


ERIC HARLAND - VICE PRESIDENT 

MBECONNECT 

Going beyond the 

traditional printed page 

ABOUT US 

MBEConnect Profiles is a digital publication 

focused on highlighting the best and 

brightest minority- and women-owned 

business enterprises (M/WBEs) in the 

country. Diverse businesses combine 

traditional components (text and images) with 

interactive materials (including audio, video, web links, 

presentations and other collateral materials) to tell their 

story in a new and interactive way. 

Print 

Online 

iPad App 

READING OPTIONS 

Go beyond the traditional printed page 

with a wide variety of modern reading 

options, perfect for any preference or 

device. 

Android App 

Interactive PDF 

Issuu Digital Reading Platform 

EMAIL: INFO@MBECONNECT.COM 

SPECIAL EDITIONS 

In addition to its regular quarterly issues, 

MBEConnect Profiles also releases special 

editions throughout the year. These editions 

of the magazine are focused on a specific 

corporation, certification entity or nonprofit 

organization. MBEConnect has released the OfficeMax 

Special Edition and plans to release other special issues in 

2012. 

MEDIA SPONSORSHIPS 

MBEConnect frequently works with some 

of the leading national and regional 

supplier diversity organizations and often 

serves as a media sponsor for their major 

events. 

MBEConnect offers a wide range of media services for 

supplier diversity events. Here are just a few services we have 

offered in the past, special requests and additional services 

may be available upon request. 

Audio Recordings 

Video Interviews 

Podcasts 

Photography 

Magazine Features 

Social Media Promotion 




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MBECONNECT 

9401 INDIAN CREEK PKWy STE. 250 


PHONE: (913) 469-8900 


CURTIS L. WHITTEN - PRESIDENT/CEO 

VENDTECH ENTERPRISE, LLC 

Protect. Serve. Support 

WHO WE ARE 

VendTech Enterprise is a professional, fullservice, 

security and investigations firm 

based in the Heartland of America. Our 

objective, from incorporation in 2005, has 

been to offer the highest quality of protection 

services to state and federal government 

agencies, municipalities, and commercial clients both small 

and large. We are the industry’s answer to a call for integrity, 

character, and loyalty. 

OUR HISTORY 

Our capability grew and developed rapidly to assess, analyze, 

and manage risk mitigation strategies for commercial security 

projects, and now encompasses providing multi-disciplined 

security services to various federal agencies including, 

Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, 

and Department of the Interior. In February of 2012, VendTech 

Enterprise, in joint venture with large minority-owned 

Securiguard Inc., was awarded a federal contract for guard 

services providing over 655 personnel for more than $300M 

over a 5 year period. 

OUR EXECUTIVES 

Curtis L. Whitten, President/Founder of VendTech Enterprise 

LLC, has served his country with distinction as a former Special 

Agent with the DEA and special investigator with state and 

local authorities in a career spanning over 25 years. 

INFO@VENDTECHENTERPRISE.COM 




SERVED 

VENDTECH 

ENTERPRISE, LLC 

Our executive and management team bring over 75 years 

of combined experience in local, state, federal, and military 

law enforcement, training, supervision, and business 

development and operations. 

fULL RANGE Of SERVICES 

Building relationships and understanding the dynamics of 

client protection needs has aided VendTech in developing 

a full-line of industry services and expanding our core 

capabilities. We offer any organization the opportunity to 

consolidate the search, implementation, and execution of 

its security operations ensuring 100% compliance, service 

continuity, and cost-savings. 

Protective Services 

Operational Security (OPSEC) Services 

Personnel Security Services 

Security System Services 

Facility Support Services 

SECURITY 

NAICS CoDES 561612, 561621, 541690, 238210 


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2 

Department of 

Transportation 

DBE 

YEARS TYPE 

7 8(a) 

WWW.VENDTECHENTERPRISE.COM 

VENDTECH ENTERPRISE, LLC 

260 N. ROCK ROAD, STE. 218 

WICHITA KS - 67206-2265 

PHONE: (316) 689-6850 

FAx : (316) 689-0662 


6th Annual Golf Outing 

Building business through collaboration 

SAVE THE DATE 

Monday, June 25, 2012 | 10:00am – 5:00pm 

Sand Creek Golf Course 

Register Online: www.mambdc.org 

Diversity 

Value 

We’re building a world of difference. Together. 

We value the participation of diverse suppliers and contractors to help us 

serve our clients’ business needs and meet their most complex challenges. 

By encouraging diversity in perspectives, backgrounds and cultures, we 

believe we widen the spectrum of solutions offered to clients. By working 

with diverse suppliers we are changing lives for the better. 

Visit bv.com/procurement for more information. 

That’s the Black & Veatch difference. 

Consulting • Engineering • Construction • Operation I www.bv.com

MAMSDC MBEs Current 

#’s 

#1 Limo Service 

A 

A and F Painting 

Accent Controls, Inc. 

Advanced Food 

Solutions, Inc. 

Advanced Lawn Care 

& Fertilizer, Inc. 

Advanced Machine, Inc. 

AFC LC, LLC 

AGA Group, LLC (The) 

Aimtek, Inc. 

Alexander Mechanical 

Contractors, Inc. 

Allen Commercial Cleaning 

Services, LLC 

Alliance Industries, LLC 

Alpha Energy and 

Electric, Inc. 

ALW Sourcing, LLC 

AMC Industries, LLC 

American Digital 

Security, LLC 

American Legacy 

Construction Group, Inc. 

American Osage 

Consulting, Inc. 

AM-Rail Construction, Inc. 

APP Painting, LLC 

Applied Marketing 

Research, Inc. 

Appraisal Associates, LLC 

Arambula Construction 

Co., Inc. 

A-S-K Associates, Inc. 

Aspen Printing Company 

Athena Communications 

Aztec Signs and Designs 

Balman Enterprises, LLC 

Baldwin Electric, LLC 

Bartech Group, Inc. (The) 

B 

Bay's, Inc. 

Bear Claw Construction 

Management LLC 

Bellewether Ltd 

Best Clean Janitorial Service 

Best Corporation, Inc. 

Best Harvest Bakeries 

BG Capital, LLC dba Li'l 

Guy Foods 

Big Momma's Bakery-Cafe 

Brad's Mega Store 

Brass/Ross Vending 

Breckco Construction 

Company, Inc. 

Burtin & Associates, Inc. 

C 

C & K United Sheet Metal 

and Mechanical, Inc. 

Cable-Dahmer 

Chevrolet, Inc. 

Capital Renovations, Inc. 

Care Dynamics, Inc. 

Carter Broadcast Group, Inc. 

Cason Building 

Maintenance, Inc. 

CCD Construction Services 

Cherokee Construction, Inc. 

Cherokee Distribution 

Services, Inc. 

Chi-Mo, Inc. 

CJ Construction Co. 

CMA Group, LLC 

Compact Concepts 

Environmental Products 

Company 

Complete Building 

Maintenance Services, LLC 

Complete Carpet Care, Inc. 

Computerized Auto Search 

Controlled Environment 

Products, Inc. 

Cory Group (The) 

CP&y, Inc. 

CrossInnovation, LLC 

Crossland Construction 

Company, Inc. 

Crystal Clear Enterprise, Inc. 

Custom Engineering, Inc. 

Custom Maintenance 

Solutions, LLC 

D 

D.E.L.L. Plaster & Drywall 

Construction, Inc. 

Dana Environmental, LLC 

Danmar, LLC 

Data Locker, Inc. 

Davis Safety Supply (DSS) 

DESMAN, Inc. dba Desman 

Associates 

Detroit Piping Group 

Mechanical Contractors, Inc. 

DG Business Solutions, Inc. 

Diggs Construction, LLC 

Digital Intelligence Systems 

Corp. dba DISyS 

Digital Printing 


Diverse ID Products of 

Florida, LLC 

Diversity Compliance & 

Testing Group, Inc. 

Divine Floral Designs, LLC 

DML Enterprises 

DNA Trucking, Inc. dba 

DNA Multi Services 

DSM Contracting 

DTW Entertainment, LLC 

dba Qudos 

DuBois Consultants, Inc. 

DuraComm Corporation 

E 

as of April 30, 2012 

E & E Commercial 

Flooring, LLC 

E.E. Bailey Building Material 

& Supply, Inc. 

Early & Miranda, P.C. 

ECCO Select Corporation 

Eminence Consulting 

Group/KC Tournament 

Baseball 

En Pointe Technologies, Inc. 

Enciso Construction, LLC 

Entelli Consulting, LLC 

Enterprise Pals, Inc. 

Entrepreneurs Enterprises 



Eternal Entertainment 

Evolv Financial Services, LLC 

Evolv Solutions, LLC 

Ewell Construction, Inc. 

Expert Electric, LLC 

F 

Faison Office Products 

Company 

Fambrough and 

Associates, Inc. 

FICO Associates 

Fields & Brown, LLC 

Fillcor, LLC dba Integra 

Asset Management 

Filtronetics 

First Response 

Construction, LLC 

Flick Seed Company 

Fore Course Media, LLC 

Forever Yours Glass 

Etchings 

Freedom Electric 

Professionals, Inc. 

Frontier Bag Company, Inc. 

FSC, Inc. 

Fulnecky Enterprises, LLC 

G 

Gaffney's Protective 

Maintenance, Inc. dba 

Gaffney's PMI 

Gates Bar B-Q, Inc. 

Givens Cleaning 


Global Aviation 

Technologies, LLC 

Global Control Systems, Inc. 

Godbold, Inc. 

Gonzales Communications, 

Inc. 

Gonzalez Companies, LLC 

Gonzalez, Saggio & Harlan, 

LLP 

GPW and Associates, LLC 

G-Q CISCO, Inc. dba 

Garcia-Quinn Construction 

& Industrial Supply Co., Inc. 

GR Perez Construction 

Management, Inc. 

Greenleaf Construction 

Co., Inc. 

GSC Lighting & Supply 

Guy Brown Management, 

LLC dba Guy Brown 

H 

Heartland Fabrication & 

Machine, Inc. 

Heritage Fabrication, Inc. 

High Quality Plastics, Inc. 

HMC Enterprise Corp. 

Hodnett Photographics, 

LLC 

Hoffman-Cortes 

Contracting Co. 

Holloway & Mouton 

Essayons, LLC 

I 

ICG 

Infosoft, Inc. 

Innovative Solutions 

Consulting Group, Inc. 

IT Consulting Services, Inc. 

IT-Stewardship, LLC 

J 

J.F. Duncan Industries, Inc. 

dba Duray 

Jamerson Millworks & 

Manufacturing, Inc. 

James K. Coy 

Construction, Inc. 

Jayhawk Window Cleaning 

Company, Inc. 

Jim-Dar Enterprises 

JMA Information 

Technology, Inc. 

John Lindsay Esq 

Johnson's Demolition 

Jordon Foods 

Company, Inc. 

JSI, LLC 

Juicehead Media 

K 

K. H. Holdings, LLC dba R. J. 

Kool Company, Inc. 

Kaul Glove & 

Manufacturing Co. dba 

Choctaw-Kaul Distribution 

Company 

KC Sign Express, Inc. 


King Long Term Care 

Facility, Inc. 

King Supply Company 

Kingstons Distributing 

Kiwook Lee, LLC dba Plaza 

Ford Ideal Laundry & Dry 

Cleaners 

KK Charles 

Communications, LLC 

Knight Maintenance 


KNK Telecom, LLC 

L 

L & T Machining, Inc. 

La Chinita Restaurant Inc. 

Label Arts, LLC 

LaCosta Facility Support 


Lewis Block & Supply 

Company 

LHP Transportation 


Lisala Computer Systems 

Little Bird Marketing 

Littlejohn & Sons 

Hauling, LLC 

Longbranch 

Communications 

Luevano Hart 


Lynch Electrical, Inc.


M 

Mariner Wealth 

Advisors, LLC 

Marketing One Group LLC 

dba Major Player 

Markin Group (The) dba 

Distribution By Air 

Kansas City 

Martin Leadership 

& Management 

Development, LLC 

Maximum Business 

Solutions, Inc. 

MBEConnect 

McDaniel Hazley Group, Inc. 

McGreevy's Mid West Meat 

Company 

McTech Corp 

Meeting Excellence, Inc. 

Metal-ERA, Inc. 

MetaProUSALLC 

Metropolitan Maintenance 

Service 

Mid-America Sign, LLC 

MidStates Environmental 

Services, LLC 

Milam Contracting, LLC 

Missouri Office Systems & 

Supplies, Inc. 

Montage Asset 

Management, LLC 

Moody Nolan, Inc. 

MRS Distributors 

MS Inspection & Logistics, 

Inc. 

Multipack Company, Inc. 

N 

National Insurance 

Consultants, Inc. 

NRGC, Inc. 

O 

Oliver Construction 

Omni Packaging 

Corporation 

One Way Cleaning 

Company, Inc. 

Optimistic Lighting 

Maintenance LLC 

P 

P/Strada, LLC 

Pegasus Cleaning Company 

People’s Transit, Ltd 

Peppard Construction 

Perfect Output of Kansas 

City, LLC 

Performance Packaging 

Group, LLC 

Perinatal Resource dba The 

CPR Lady 

Pioneer Awards & 

Advertising Specialty Co. 

Pitt Plastics, Inc. 

Plaza Maintenance 

Products & Chemical 

Specialties 

Pomerantz Acquisition 

Corp. dba A. Pomerantz 

& Co. 

Primetech Solutions, Inc. 

dba Primetech Paper Rolls 

Pro Metals, LLC 

Pro Plumbing, Inc. dba 

Professional Energy 

Services 

Professional Elevator 


Professional Environmental 

Engineers, Inc. 

Professional Services and 

Resources, Inc. 

Promo Depot, Inc. 

Q 

QMD International, Inc. 

Qnet Information Services 

QTI, Inc. 

Quest Environmental & 

Safety Products, Inc. 

Quinn David & Associates, 

LLC 

R 

Rafael Vinoly Architects, PC 

Rail Car Services 

Ramsey & Associates 

Design, Inc. 

Rangel Distributing Co. 

RC Royals & Associates, LLC 

RC-BAC, Inc. dba 

CertaPro Painters 

Red Cloud Adhesives, Inc. 

Relay For Business 

Reynolds Electric, Inc. 

Riojas Enterprises, Inc. 

Riteway Maintenance & 

Supply, LLC 

RMD Solutions, LLC 

Robinson's Delivery 

Service, Inc. 


Rodriguez Mechanical 


Rod-Techs, Inc. 

Roof Mechanics, Inc. 

Rosales Masonry Co., LLC 

S 

S & S Financial Services, LLC 

Sabio Logic, Inc. 

Saicon Consultants, Inc. 

Saigan Technologies, Inc. 

Satellite Janitorial 

Company, Inc. 

Schwerdt Contract 

Interiors, Inc. 

SE3, LLC 

Serenity Janitorial 

Cleaning Services 

SH Environmental 


SHI International Corp. 

Smoot Construction 

Company of Ohio 

Soda Pop Graphics 

Southern Film 

Extruders, Inc. 

Speedpro Imaging-KC 

North, LLC 

Staffing Impact 

Star Cleaning Service 

Stewart Town Coffee, LLC 

Strategic Recruiting 

Solutions 



StresSolutions, LLC 

Strong Supply, Inc. 

Summers Advisory 

Group (The) 

Sun Cabinetry, LLC 

Sun Marble, LLC 

Symmetry Consulting, LLC 

Synergy Systems, Inc. 

Synergy Tek, LLC dba 

Synergy Tech Consulting 

T 

Taikan Company, Inc. 

TAJ Technologies, Inc. 

Tech Services To Go dba TSI 

Engineering, Inc. 

Technology Group 

Solutions, LLC 

Technology Solutions 

TecIntel, LLC 

Thompson Hospitality 

Services, LLC 

Thor Construction, Inc. 

Three Feathers 

Construction & Sales, 

LLC dba 3-Feathers 

Three Wishes Investments 

(TWI) 

Thunderbird Eelctric, LLC 

Tier One Property 

Services, LLC 

Tinmaster, Inc. 

Titan Environmental 


Topeka Capital Markets, Inc. 

Total Sodding & 

Seeding, Inc. 

Transtecs Corporation 

Treco, Inc. 

Trice Education 

Resources, Inc. 

T-Shirt King, Inc. 

U 

U.S. Facilities, Inc. 

United Beverage Co., LP 

Universal Management, Inc. 

Universal Suppliers 

Unlimited Building 

Maintenance 

V 

V5-VisionFive 

Valdes & Moreno, Inc. 

Vazquez Commercial 

Contracting, LLC 

Vend-Tech Enterprise, LLC 

Veracity Consulting, Inc. 

Vierra Logistics & 

Services, LLC 

VistaConnections, Inc. 

W 

We R, LLC 

West Central Environmental 

Consultants, Inc. 

Westirland Industries, Inc. 

Whatever It Takes Electrical 

Contractors 

White & Associates 

Commercial & Residential 

Real Estate Services 

Whitley Construction 

Company, LLC 

WillCo Technologies, Inc. 

Williams Law, LLC 

WingGate Enterprises 

Network, LLC dba 

WingGate Travel 

Woodley Building 

Maintenance 

World Wide 

Technology, Inc. 

Z 

zones, Inc. 

as of April 30, 2012

MAMSDC Corporations 

Current as of April 30, 2012 

#’s 

100x Marketing Group, Inc. 

A 

Ameren Corporation 

American Family Mutual 

Insurance Company 

Ameristar Casino Hotel 

Kansas City 

Anschutz Entertainment 

Group, Inc. 

ApComPower, Inc. (Alstom) 

Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa 

Asian American Chamber of 

Commerce of Kansas City 

ATK Small Caliber Systems 

B 

Ball Corporation 

Bank of Kansas City, N.A. 

Bayer Business & 

Technology Services 

Belfonte Ice Cream and 

Dairy Foods 

Bicknell Family Holding 

Company, LLC 

Black & Veatch Corporation 

Black Hills Energy-Wichita 

Blue Cross and Blue Shield 

of Kansas City 

BNSF Railway Company 

Board of Police 

Commissioners 

Builders' 

Association 

Burns & 

McDonnell 

Engineering 

C 

Cargill, Inc. 

CAS Construction, 

LLC 

Cates Sheet Metal 

CenturyLink 

Corporation 

Cessna Aircraft 

Company 

City of Kansas City, MO 

City of Wichita 

Colgate-Palmolive 

Company 

Collective Brands, Inc. 

Commercial Lithographing 

Company, Inc. 

Cox Communications, Inc. 

CVS Caremark Corporation 

D 

Dillon Stores 

Dondlinger & Sons 

Construction Co., Inc. 

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. 

Enterprise Rent-A-Car 

Ewing Marion Kauffman 

Foundation 

F 

Federal Reserve Bank 

FedEx Corporation 

First Citizens Bank 

Foley Company 

Ford Motor Company 

Full Employment Council 

G 

Garney Holding 

Company, Inc. 

General Motors Corporation 

Goodyear Tire & Rubber 

Company 

H 

Hallmark Cards, Inc. 

Harley-Davidson Motor Co. 

Harrah's North Kansas City 

Perceive it. 

Hawker Beechcraft 

HCA Midwest Division 

Hispanic Chamber of 

Commerce of Greater 

Kansas City 

Honeywell Aerospace 

I 

Isle of Capri Casino 

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diversity, an essential component of our culture. We vow to keep 

these commitments going strong for generations to come. 

J 

J.E. Dunn Construction 

Group, Inc. 

Jackson County, Missouri 

Johnson Controls, Inc. 

K 

Believe it. 

Kansas City Area Transportation 

Authority 

Kansas City Board of 

Public Utilities 

Kansas City Chiefs Football 

Club, Inc. 

Achieve it. 


MAMSDC Corporations 

Current as of April 30, 2012 

Kansas City Convention & 

Visitors Association 

Kansas City Kansas 

Community College 

Kansas City Public Schools 

Kansas City Royals 

Baseball Club 

Kansas City 

Southern Railway 

KCP&L 

Kellogg, Brown & Root 

(KBR) 

Kroger Company 

L 

Lowe's Companies, Inc. 

M 

Major League Baseball 

Mazuma Credit Union 

MC Realty Group, LLC 

McCownGordon 


Metropolitan 

Community College 

MidAmerican Credit 

Union 

Missouri Gas Energy 

MRIGlobal 

Multi Service Corporation 

N 

Nabholz Construction 

National Association of 

Insurance Commissioners 

NNSA's Kansas City Plant 

Managed By Honeywell 

O 

OfficeMax, Inc. 


P 

Plastic Enterprises Co., Inc. 

PNC Financial Services 

Group 

Principal Financial Group 

Privitera Properties 

Procter & Gamble Company 

R 

Rockhurst University 

S 

Saint Luke's Health System 

Sara Lee Corporation 

Sedgwick County 

Government 

Shook, Hardy & Bacon, LLP 

Sodexo, Inc. 

Sosland Companies, Inc. 

Sprint Nextel Corporation 

St. Jo Frontier Casino 

State Farm Insurance 

Companies 

Stowers Institute for 

Medical Research 

Straub Construction 

Co., Inc. 

T 

Tension Envelope Corp. 

Thales ATM 

Turner Construction 

Tyson Foods, Inc. 

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U.S. Engineering Co. 

UMB Financial Corporation 

United Parcel Service, Inc. 

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