Strengthening the minority and women business community economically contributes to the overall economic growth and expansion of U.S. markets. Since 3i People is a “small” business, participating in minority and women business activities gives us access to other small businesses that can become some of our best vendors and partners. And since 3i People is also a minority business, our participation in minority and women business programs sometimes gives us a seat at the table to be considered as a vendor to some of the largest corporations in the United States.