FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

[BROOKLYN, NY — March 7, 2025] — Consciously, a strategy-first marketing agency focused on values-driven branding and stakeholder-centered business transformation, has been officially certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by the New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council (NYNJMSDC), an affiliate of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

This recognition underscores Consciously’s commitment not only to social and environmental impact but also to equity, representation, and economic empowerment within the business ecosystem.

“We’re proud to join the ranks of certified MBEs through the NMSDC network,” said Rai-mon Nemar Barnes, Founder and Chief Strategist at Consciously. “This certification is both a validation of our identity and a bridge to broader opportunities where our improvisational, stakeholder-first approach can help large institutions do better business with intention.”

Expanding Access to Purpose-Driven Strategy for Corporate Partners

With this new certification, Consciously is poised to partner with corporations seeking to meet diversity supplier goals while advancing meaningful stakeholder engagement and sustainability strategy. The company’s services span:

• B Corp Certification Strategy

• Internal Culture & Values Alignment

• Inclusive Brand Development

• Stakeholder Ecosystem Mapping

Through its recent launch of BecomeABCorp.com, Consciously has already begun shaping the way organizations think about certification as a practice of ecosystem stewardship—not simply a compliance milestone.

Certification as a Strategic Milestone

The MBE certification positions Consciously on NMSDC CENTRAL®, the national database of certified minority-owned businesses. This inclusion enhances the firm’s visibility among Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies actively seeking qualified, diverse suppliers.

“This isn’t just a certificate—it’s a strategic tool,” added Barnes. “We’re excited to use this platform to create lasting, values-aligned partnerships that help companies navigate complexity with culture at the core.”

About Consciously
Consciously is a certified MBE and strategy-first agency helping purpose-driven organizations transform how they grow, lead, and serve. Grounded in stakeholder capitalism, the agency empowers clients to build regenerative brands, prepare for B Corp certification, and activate cultural change from the inside out.

About NMSDC
The National Minority Supplier Development Council is the leading organization advancing business opportunities for certified Asian-Indian, Asian-Pacific, Black, Hispanic, and Native American business enterprises, connecting them with member corporations.

Media Contact:
Rai-mon Nemar Barnes
press@weareconsciously.com
https://www.weareconsciously.com