CSDP
P. O. Box 70226
Rochester, MI 48307
E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
NCSDP.COM
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
Letter from the Chairperson:
Welcome, and thank you for taking an interest in The Council of Supplier Diversity
Professionals or CSDP. CSDP is a professional organization of industry leaders whose
primary mission is to create a premier environment for supply-chain professionals to
focus on creating innovative venues to increase opportunities to work with Diverse
Suppliers and provide value focused improvements to our individual organizations. The
CSDP fosters and promotes the exchange of ideas and cooperation among its members
and strives by all lawful means to promote and enhance the body of knowledge and
profession of supplier diversity. We embrace the best practices of the National Minority
Supplier Development Council and its regional affiliates, the Women’s Business
Enterprise National Council, and the Institute for Entrepreneurial Thinking.
The attached package hopefully provides you an insight into the value of becoming a
CSDP member.
We invite you to take a look at our website at ncspd.com or ask us questions at
info@nscdp.com.
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CSPD Chairman 2014
Brenda Marshall
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
About Us
The Council of Supplier Diversity Professionals (CSDP) was established in Detroit, Michigan in
early 1998 by a group of supplier diversity professionals to assist in the ongoing growth and
development of our profession and careers. CSDP provides a forum to share information, ideas
and issues concerning supplier diversity. The Council is composed of supplier diversity
professionals from all industries with titles from Coordinator to Vice President.
Our mission is to create a premier environment for supply-chain professionals and focus on
their development through education, sharing of knowledge, networking, mentoring,
benchmarking and best practices. The Council also provides career-development strategies for
supplier diversity professionals.
Membership in the Council provides many benefits including:
• networking
• professional development
• benchmarking
• best practices
• advocacy
• certification
• business exchange
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
Board of Directors
Chairperson
Elected every 3 years by general membership
Vice Chairperson
Appointed by CSDP Chairperson ( maximum 3 year appointment )
Treasurer
Elected Executive Leader of the Finance Committee (3 year term)
Secretary
Elected every 3 years by general membership
Directors
Elected every 3 years by general membership
Members At Large
Appointed by CSDP Chairperson ( Maximum 1 year appointment by Chairperson)
Legacy Board Member – Appointed by Chair, no term limit
Board Membership Criteria and Expectations
• Be elected by CSDP members in good standing
• Attend meetings regularly
• Actively participate in meetings
• Pay annual dues for general membership
• Be an active member for at least one year
• Be an active member of one of the standing committees
• Become an active participating member of the Board
• Submit an interest statement
• Adhere to CSDP Code of Conduct
• Adhere to Attendance Policy
• Serve a two-year term on the Board
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
General Membership Criteria
• Have responsibility for supplier diversity for a corporation, university or government agency; and or
responsible for purchasing, or assist in and influence the purchase of goods/services from diverse
entities.
• Participate in local supplier diversity efforts
• Join or participate in a working committee (Finance, Marketing, Memberships, Technology,
Professional Development, Program) within one year of membership
• Pay annual dues and maintain good standing
• Be willing to sponsor future efforts to enhance the organization
• Participate in general membership meetings
• Be willing to share any suggestions, thoughts, or recommendations on how CSDP may be more
successful and continue growth
• Encourage membership among peers and promote CSDP goals and objectives
• Adhere to CSDP Code of Conduct
• Actively network with other supplier diversity professionals
• Be willing to participate and share “best practices” for supplier diversity professionals
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
Code of Conduct
1. Maintain professional decorum at all times.
2. Show professional respect and courtesy at all times to every member.
3. Members should obtain the floor before speaking by raising their hand.
4. Don’t claim the floor the second time if others wish to speak.
5. Serve on at least one (1) standing committee within 12 months (calendar year).
6. Participation is mandatory: every member is expected to participate in Council during
discussions, events, committee involvement, etc.
7. Respect the confidentiality of information shared: any information discussed at
meetings, announced as confidential or private, is to be held in confidence and not for
public disclosure or sharing with others.
8. Council meetings are not to be used for solicitation of business from other CSDP
members. It will be cause for dismissal from membership or any future meetings.
9. There is to be no referral of a minority business to a CSDP member without their prior
notice or consent.
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
Current Organization of Committees
Marketing Committee
The mission of the Marketing Committee is to create and promote the awareness of the
Council while ensuring consistent use of its name and logo within the standards set by
CSDP.
Program Committee
The mission of the Program Committee is to develop, plan, and implement the format
and content of Council meetings. The Committee will improve CSDP program quality
and expand program possibilities. The Committee will do this by creating stimulating
programs that add value for CSDP members and address key initiatives impacting
supplier diversity professsionals.
Membership Committee
The mission of the Membership Committee is to facilitate the review and approval of
membership applications to the CSDP and to maintain contact information and
committee lists of CSDP membership.
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
Current Organization of Committees
Finance Committee
The mission of the Finance Committee is to ensure the fiscal well being of the Council od
Supplier Diversity Professionals; oversee and administer the financial affairs of CSDP,
including a business checking account; collection and monitoring of annual dues; and
maintenance of 501c6 non-profit tax status.
Technology Committee
The mission of the Technology Committee is to assist our membership in efficiently using
global communication solutions; to educate our corporations and communities regarding the
socio and economic advantages in supporting diverse suppliers.
Governance Committee
The mission of the Governance Committee is to ensure the long term stability for the Council
of Supplier Diversity Professionals; maintain and help implement the Council's Bylaws,
oversee and administer the election of the Board and appointment of its Officers. Providing
mentoring and insight to the Board, typically the Chair of the governance committee will be a
long term standing member of the council.
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
Current Organization of Committees
Professional Development Committee
The mission of the Professional Development Committee is to promote higher learning which
results in the professional advancement of CSDP General Membership. Our vision is to
increase the number of highly proficient Supplier Diversity leaders who have the ability to
influence positive change in their respective organizations. This committee also shares
platforms with partner organizations and supply chain professionals who have goals that
complement the work of CSDP.
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
CSDP Participating Companies Represented
Aisin World Corp. of America
Faurecia
Magna International
Barton Malow
Federal-Mogul Corporation
Meritor
Benteler Automotive
Flex-N-Gate
NS International USA
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Ford Motor Company
Pittsburg Glass Works
COMAU, Inc.
General Motors Corporation
PPG Industries, Inc.
Comerica Bank
Henry Ford Health System
Severstal Dearborn, LLC
Continental Automotive Systems
International Automotive
Components (IAC)
Takata (TK Holdings, Inc)
Dana Holding Corporation
Walbridge
Kelly Services, Inc.
Delphi Corporation
Wayne State University
Kongsberg Automotive
Denso International America, Inc
Lear Corporation
DTE Energy
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
CSDP 2010 Meeting Schedule
• CSDP members generally meet the 4th Friday of every other
calendar month at alternating membership locations. If a
membership meeting should fall on a holiday, the membership
will meet the Friday prior to the holiday. The calendar is
generally as follows:
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January – 4th Friday
March – 4th Friday
May – Tuesday before the Michigan Minority Procurement Conference
July – 4th Friday
September – 4th Friday
October – 4th Friday
November – 4th Friday
December 2nd Friday - Community Volunteer Activity and Holiday
Gathering
» Meeting locations are established at the November meeting and are
posted to the CSDP website at http://www.ncsdp.com
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com
Membership Application
To apply for membership to the Council for Supplier Diversity Professionals, you must meet the eligibility requirements listed on the
website at http://www.ncsdp.com/Membership.htm
Contact Information
Areas of Interest
Name
Please indicate any interest in joining one of the following committees
Company
Finance
Marketing Communication
Title
Membership
Program
Governance/By-Laws
Technology
Address
Topics of Interest
City
As a supplier diversity professional, in which topics are you interested?
State
Zip
Phone
E-Mail
Industry
Number of Years Supplier Diversity Experience
Referred by:
I have read the membership requirements as stated on the NCSDP website and verify that I understand and meet the requirements for membership. By
submitting this application, I agree to abide by the Membership Criteria and the Council’s Code of Conduct. I understand I will be invoiced for non-prorated
annual dues if accepted into the Council.
Name (printed)
Date
Please return to: Chair, Membership Committee Email - members@ncsdp.com
CSDP  P. O. Box 70226  Rochester, MI 48307  E-mail: info@ncsdp.com