About Us

What began with four technical consultants (John Marucco, Darrell Stoddard, Bob Ferenbach & Tom Walsh) winning a State of Illinois software development project in 1991, has grown to become one of the preeminent IT consulting companies in downstate Illinois.

By replicating the formula for success originally employed by our founders, MSF&W has carefully assembled a team of dedicated, professional staff whose skills span the entire IT lifecycle, from strategy and modernization to project management, analysis, development, implementation, usability and accessibility, agile coaching, business intelligence and data analytics.

In 2019, long-time MSF&W employee Laurie King assumed majority ownership and CEO, making MSF&W a woman-owned and BEP certified IT consulting firm. Under new leadership, MSF&W Consulting continues to grow by staying true to its original mission of providing simple solutions to complex business problems.

Diversity & Inclusion

Inclusion is one of the core values of MSF&W Consulting, reflected in a culture and climate that seeks, welcomes and advances both individuals and businesses with diverse backgrounds.

We believe diversity, equity and inclusivity are key to the very heart of our organization — that it is imperative for us to provide equal opportunity and support to all, and that doing so makes us a better company. We strive to make MSF&W a place where all identities, perspectives and experiences feel welcome, able to present their authentic selves and empowered to reach their full potential. As a society, we have not always upheld these values and made these aspirations a reality. We must do better — and we will.

OUR VALUES
We encourage all employees to use their unique perspectives to help advance our vision.
We require fair treatment, accessibility, and opportunity for advancement for all employees.
We expect our workplace to be an inclusive environment built on mutual trust, respect and dignity
We incorporate diversity, equity and inclusion in our daily work.
We commit to building a workplace where all employees feel safe bringing their authentic selves to work.
We pledge to identify and eliminate barriers to equal opportunity in the workplace.
We encourage all employees to use their unique perspectives to help advance our vision.
We require fair treatment, accessibility, and opportunity for advancement for all employees.
We expect our workplace to be an inclusive environment built on mutual trust, respect and dignity
We incorporate diversity, equity and inclusion in our daily work.
We commit to building a workplace where all employees feel safe bringing their authentic selves to work.
We pledge to identify and eliminate barriers to equal opportunity in the workplace.
We encourage all employees to use their unique perspectives to help advance our vision.
We require fair treatment, accessibility, and opportunity for advancement for all employees.
We expect our workplace to be an inclusive environment built on mutual trust, respect and dignity
We incorporate diversity, equity and inclusion in our daily work.
We commit to building a workplace where all employees feel safe bringing their authentic selves to work.
We pledge to identify and eliminate barriers to equal opportunity in the workplace.

Supplier Diversity

OUR PROGRAM
QUALIFICATIONS
CONNECT

"At MSF&W, we believe that diversity and inclusion are the cornerstones of our success, driving innovation and excellence not only in our talented team but also through the partnerships we forge with our suppliers, creating a vibrant ecosystem where every voice is respected and celebrated."

- Laurie King, President

OUR PROGRAM

MSF&W's supplier diversity program identifies, develops, and builds strong relationships with certified diverse businesses that offer quality products and services, excellent customer service, and competitive costs. Our diverse suppliers play an important role in developing new and innovative ways to meet the increasing demands of our business. MSF&W is committed to maximizing diverse supplier participation through the development of mutually beneficial business relationships to strengthen the diverse business communities in which we operate.

Products and Services That We Purchase

MSF&W utilizes diverse suppliers to provide products and services in these areas and more:

  • IT staffing services
  • Professional Services
  • Facility maintenance and repair services
  • Promotional products and office supplies
  • Information technology infrastructure services
QUALIFYING DIVERSE SUPPLIERS INCLUDE:
  1. MBE: Minority Business Enterprise
  2. VBE: Veteran Business Enterprise
  3. SDVOSB: Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business
  4. DOBE: Disabled Owned Business Enterprise
  5. WBE: Women Business Enterprise
  6. DBE: Disadvantaged Business Enterprise

*To qualify as one of the above business types, the business must be 51 percent owned, operated, managed, and controlled by an individual or individuals in the respective group. Diversity certification is not required for registration.


MSF&W proudly supports and encourages certification in the State of Illinois' Business Enterprise Program (BEP) or other recognized certifying agencies. We are dedicated to assisting and nurturing diverse-owned companies, ensuring their success through streamlined onboarding, certification assistance, mentorship and training opportunities. We look forward to working with you!

CONNECT

To become an MSF&W diverse supplier, please use the link below to provide your business information. A member of our team will reach out for more information and schedule an introductory call.

NOTE: Submission of your information does not imply your company is automatically on a ‘preferred vendor list’ nor does it mean your company has a contractual agreement in place.