06/08/2026
From Capital to Contracts: Capitalizing Underserved Suppliers and the Missing Middle to Strengthen Supply Chains
Despite increased attention to supply chain management, inclusive procurement, and small-business finance, supplier capital access remains fragmented and insufficiently connected to demand-side outcomes, especially for socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (SEDI business owners). Public and private sector actors continue to invest in capital, technical assistance, and capacity-building for suppliers and businesses identified as part of the “missing middle” through programs such as the State Small Business Credit Initiative. Yet too often, these efforts fall short of their intended goals: contract acquisition, revenue growth, and durable business expansion.
Time: Jun 24, 2026 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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