Enterprise and supplier development (ESD) is a powerful mechanism for change in South Africa. The economic output of our country’s Small- and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) provides over half of our national gross domestic product (GDP) and employs 60% of our labour force. Strategically focusing on black-owned SMEs for investment and business acceleration unlocks their growth potential, subsequently creating jobs and reducing poverty. This elevates and empowers our industry, society and nation.