The MMSDC Jethro Joseph Advocate of the Year ACE Award is presented to the individual who is not a buyer but drives the process that promotes the economic development of Minority Business Enterprises, such as a VP, director, or manager. This award acknowledges the individual that goes above and beyond in their efforts to not only source and mentor MBEs but also help their company and community understand why it’s so important to do business with minority suppliers.
| Company | Advocate Name |
|---|---|
| Adient | Sherry N. Diccion |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan | Lynn Garrison |
| Consumers Energy | Brenda K. Ruffing |
| Continental AG | Michael Harris |
| DTE Energy | Kathe Tocco |
| FCA | Lottie A. Holland |
| FCA | Marcia Hunter |
| Flex | Brian Moore |
| Ford Motor Company | Angela Henderson |
| General Motors | Reginald Humphrey |
| General Motors | Pollyette Lenear |
| Herman Miller | Kavy Lenon |
| Kellogg | Debra Quade |
| Kelly Services | Brenda Marshall |
| Nissan | Marcella McCullough |
| The Auto Club Group (AAA) | Anand Kumar |
| Valeo | Art McClellan |
| Toyota | Stephanie Burton |
| Walbridge | Jacquelyn (Jackie) Jackson |
| Wayne State University | Ken Doherty |
| Yanfeng Automotive Interiors | Jacinto Blanco |