Practicing supplier diversity provides not only an economic benefit for local socio-economic communities but is quite simply good for business. Companies with supplier diversity initiatives often gain stronger relationships with their supply base, more business opportunities and commercial advantages, and a more agile supply chain. Just as well, Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) are often more flexible and willing to adapt to their clients’ needs, making them more resilient during times of market disruption.
While these benefits are well understood by most buying companies, connecting with diverse suppliers and building an inclusive procurement strategy is commonly perceived to be a daunting endeavor. To create clearer access and more opportunities for diverse suppliers and companies in the region, pathways must be illuminated by those currently walking the walk.
Hear from businesses championing supplier diversity to better understand how to start or enhance your company’s procurement strategies to be more inclusive and agile. Gain insight into creating accessible systems for minority suppliers to engage and identify opportunities to build dynamic relationships with diverse suppliers and partners. Attendees will also learn the importance of setting appropriate measurable goals around inclusive procurement and gaining commitment from top-level decision-makers.
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 are often more flexible and willing to adapt to their clients’ needs, making them more resilient during times of market disruption.
While these benefits are well understood by most buying companies, connecting with diverse suppliers and building an inclusive procurement strategy is commonly perceived to be a daunting endeavor. To create clearer access and more opportunities for diverse suppliers and companies in the region, pathways must be illuminated by those currently walking the walk.
Hear from businesses championing supplier diversity to better understand how to start or enhance your company’s procurement strategies to be more inclusive and agile. Gain insight into creating accessible systems for minority suppliers to engage and identify opportunities to build dynamic relationships with diverse suppliers and partners. Attendees will also learn the importance of setting appropriate measurable goals around inclusive procurement and gaining commitment from top-level decision-makers.
Speakers to Date
Valarie J. Cofield, President/CEO, Eastern Minority Supplier Diversity Council
Raina S. Mehta, Legal Director, The Bellwether District, an HRP Project
Chuck Stefanosky, Supplier Diversity Director, Independence Blue Cross
Charlene Vickers, Director, Supplier Diversity and Inclusion, Johnson & Johnson
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