DiversityPlus Magazine is thrilled to unveil our annual Top 25 Diversity Change Leaders list! These outstanding leaders are making a real impact in supplier diversity, equity, and inclusion (SDEI) and ESG. From various sectors, they are shaping diverse supply chains, empowering communities, and inspiring change. Join us in celebrating their incredible contributions! 🎉 #DiversityLeaders #InclusionMatters #SDEI #DiversityPlus Ø James Linehan, VP, Financial Services, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Ø @Charles Finneran, Director of Supply Chain Management, DTE Energy Ø Genne McDowell, CSCP, SSBB , Global Director for Supplier Diversity and Social Responsibility, Dow Ø @Lanisha Mullin (Lanisha M.), Supplier Diversity Manager, Flagstar Bank Ø @Marcella McCullogh (@Marcella M.), Senior Manager, DEI Supplier Diversity, Nissan Motor Corporation Ø Lisa Hardin, Senior Manager of Supplier Diversity, Salesforce Ø Dr. William Kapfer (He/Him/His), Global Head of Supplier Diversity, Community Engagement JPMorganChase Ø John E. Harmon, Sr., IOM, Founder, President, and CEO The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) Ø Leonard Spencer, Head of Supplier Diversity & Inclusion, Global Procurement Organization, #Amazon Ø Alexis M Dennard, Assistant Vice President of Mass Markets Supply Chain, Supplier Inclusivity & Sustainability, #Att Ø Christina Santiago, Communication & Engagement Advisor, Supplier Diversity, #BP Ø Kendra Burris-Austin, MBA, PMP, CPSM , Sr. Director of Procurement, Centene Corporation Ø Marcia Wallace, MS, CDP, Supplier Diversity Program Manager, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia(#CHOP) Ø Jerry Knighton, Jr., Associate Vice President and EEO Officer/Executive Director of Inclusive Procurement, #ClemsonUniversity Ø Síofra Harnett , Director for Corporate Services, Marketing, and Responsibility, #google Ø India Sylvester, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Lumen Technologies Ø Kathy Vezina, CPSD, CPIM, Senior Sourcing Manager, Supplier Diversity, Milliken & Company Ø Janet M. Stovall, CDE, Global Head of DEI, #NeuroLeadershipInstitute Ø Helen R. Foster, JD, Small Business Enterprise Coordinator, #NewCastleCounty (DE) Government Ø Dr. Erica Patterson, DM, Director of Contracts Management & Supplier Diversity, #PhiladelphiaGasWorks Ø Christina Morrow , Senior. Director of Supplier Relationship Management, Ricoh USA, Inc. Ø Bruno Olvera, Director of Diversity Supplier Development and a member of the North America Purchasing Leadership Team, Stellantis Ø Carlos Medina, President and CEO, Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ (#SHCCNJ) Ø Susan Allen, National President and CEO, @US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation (USPAACC) Ø Florencia Stanfield, Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, #VitescoTechnologies https://lnkd.in/g6QhK7kd
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CONNECTING INNOVATIVE WOMEN AND DIVERSE COMPANIES TO CORPORATE AMERICA AND THE GOVERNMENT THROUGH SUPPLIER DIVERSITY. Published bi-monthly, DiversityPlus is much more than “just” a supplier diversity magazine. Thanks to its strong media platform, which includes the print edition, digital magazine, website, weekly newsletter, social media, blogs, and video, DiversityPlus is able to provide print readers in seven countries and more than 117,000 digital readers worldwide with access to leading-edge supplier diversity content, webinars, and events. What you’ll read in the pages of DiversityPlus represents the most current and impactful thinking about diverse supplier relationships. Plus, with over 17 years in print, our trend research, interviews, and feature articles showcase a depth of industry relationships unmatched by any other supplier diversity publication. As a result, we have the power to put a meaningful spotlight on corporate supplier programs and specific diversity initiatives, helping educate target populations and celebrate successful programs and partnerships. And, for suppliers, a feature in our pages can attract significant interest, leading to new contracts and sales revenues in the tens of millions. Reading DiversityPlus – whether you’re a supplier, supply chain manager, or part of a corporate diversity team – you’ll feel like you have an inside partner giving you the right ideas, at the right time, to make smart decisions around the critical diversity issues facing your business now. Plus, you can contribute to the conversation, too! If you’re a supplier with a great story to tell, reach out now via the LinkedIn messenging system. Or, if you’re a corporate diversity leader, hiring manager, or C-level executive in the diversity space, our editors would love to speak with you about your programs, policies, and best practices. Don’t hesitate to contact us using LinkedIn or by visiting our website at www.diversityplus.com.
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#NewIssueAlert! Check out a sneak peek of DiversityPlus Magazine's Q3 2024 issue: -->Theme: Data Security in Procurement • Block Secure: Revolutionizing Procurement Integrity with Blockchain Transparency • Shielding the Supply Chain: Mastering Supplier Risk Management • Securing Procurement: Fortifying Transactions with Data Encryption Strategies -->Spotlight: 2024 Top 25 Diversity Change Leaders -->Heritage Insights: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage & Disability Awareness Months --> Corporate Features: • Volkswagen & Wingard Quality Services: Collaboration for Success • Deloitte: A Journey to Supplier Diversity • New York Power Authority: Environmental Justice -->Equity Section: Education Opportunity Equity -->People and Places: Global Summit of Women & Supplier Diversity Plus, explore impactful topics on life coaching, ESG, tech trends, and more! #Subscribe here to read: https://lnkd.in/ga7NzVah #DiversityPlus #DataSecurity #Procurement #DiversityLeaders #HispanicHeritage #DisabilityAwareness #SupplierDiversity #EnvironmentalJustice #WomenInLeadership #ESG
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#Spotlight Last night, the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) wrapped up the 2024 Annual Conference & Exchange with the Annual Awards at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta! This event honored corporate members, MBEs, and NMSDC leaders who have shown outstanding leadership in supplier and business diversity. #NMSDC2024 #SupplierDiversity #MBEs #BusinessDiversity #Leadership “As we look back on this year’s NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange, we are thrilled to recognize the people and organizations that embody the theme of defining new norms. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees. We look forward to charting a brighter, more inclusive U.S. and global economy together,” said NMSDC CEO and President Ying McGuire. Check the awardees here: https://lnkd.in/gx-hP3q5
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#Spotlight U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo will join National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) CEO Ying McGuire for a fireside chat at the 2024 NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange, October 20-23 in Atlanta. Don’t miss this event, coinciding with National Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week, as we explore new norms for MBEs! #NMSDC2024 #MBE #MEDWeek https://lnkd.in/gk7nRS8g
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#CorporateFeatureSpotlight Deloitte is making significant strides in supplier diversity, solidifying its role as an industry leader. Under Gary Sutton’s leadership, the commitment to diversity is set to drive economic impact. Since the early 2000s, especially after acquiring a government practice in 2009, Deloitte has significantly increased its spend with diverse suppliers—nearly $700M annually! With a goal of spending $1 billion with diverse suppliers by 2025, the newly established Office of Business Diversity focuses on expanding resources and diversifying the supply chain. As Gary puts it, “Our goals are not quotas, but aspirational targets.” Excited to see where this journey leads! #SupplierDiversity #Leadership #Deloitte Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/e3dRwJmF
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#CorporateFeatureSpotlight New York Power Authority is leading the way in making clean energy accessible for all! Through its Environmental Justice program, the New York Power Authority is empowering under-resourced communities with essential energy education and immersive STEM initiatives. By fostering curiosity and confidence in our youth, we’re building a diverse pipeline of future energy leaders. Together, we’re shaping a more equitable energy future! #CleanEnergy #EnvironmentalJustice #STEM #NYPA Learn more about NYPA and Kaela Mainsah, Vice President of Environmental Justice and @Alexandra Lauderdale, Environmental Justice Manager at NYPA https://lnkd.in/eCa-C_tj
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#CorporateFeatureSpotlight! Proud to highlight #Volkswagen’s partnership with #MBE @Wingard Quality Services, which has been supplying Volkswagen with tire and wheel assemblies for 14 years! Their ongoing collaboration and open communication are key to driving mutual growth and success. Here’s to many more years of teamwork! Read here: https://lnkd.in/eSjASHAB #Partnership #Growth #QualityService #Volkswagen #wingard Volkswagen of America, Inc Wingard Quality Supply, LLC James Wingard Shaquanta Locke
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2024 Top 25 Diversity Change Leaders Spotlight Meet Lisa Hardin, the Senior Manager of Supplier Diversity at Salesforce. At Salesforce, supplier diversity means lasting impact! Under Lisa Hardin’s leadership, they've boosted diverse spending by 25% and strengthened support for Black women-owned businesses through the Supplier Diversity Academy. Through community engagement and global supplier events, Lisa is committed to fostering meaningful connections that empower diverse businesses. Together, they’re building a more inclusive future! #SupplierDiversity #Salesforce #Empowerment #top25diversitychangeleaders https://lnkd.in/g8rPkFg7
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2024 Top 25 Diversity Change Leaders Spotlight Meet @Charles Finneran, the Director of Supply Chain Management for DTE Energy. At DTE, supplier diversity is an economic lifeline for their communities! Charles leads 30 outreach events annually, including the DTE Supplier Engagement Event focused on renewable energy. Charles ensures accountability across all levels, champions their diverse supplier mentorship program, DTE Elevate, and has established a policy requiring Tier 1 suppliers to allocate 20% of their spend to diverse businesses. Together, they’re driving lasting change! #SupplierDiversity #DTEEnergy #CommunityEmpowerment #top25diversitychangeleaders https://lnkd.in/gyCMRWGq
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DiversityPlus Magazine is thrilled to unveil our annual Top 25 Diversity Change Leaders list! These outstanding leaders are making a real impact in supplier diversity, equity, and inclusion (SDEI) and ESG. From various sectors, they are shaping diverse supply chains, empowering communities, and inspiring change. Join us in celebrating their incredible contributions! 🎉 #DiversityLeaders #InclusionMatters #SDEI #DiversityPlus Ø James Linehan, VP, Financial Services, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Ø @Charles Finneran, Director of Supply Chain Management, DTE Energy Ø Genne McDowell, CSCP, SSBB , Global Director for Supplier Diversity and Social Responsibility, Dow Ø @Lanisha Mullin (Lanisha M.), Supplier Diversity Manager, Flagstar Bank Ø @Marcella McCullogh (@Marcella M.), Senior Manager, DEI Supplier Diversity, Nissan Motor Corporation Ø Lisa Hardin, Senior Manager of Supplier Diversity, Salesforce Ø Dr. William Kapfer (He/Him/His), Global Head of Supplier Diversity, Community Engagement JPMorganChase Ø John E. Harmon, Sr., IOM, Founder, President, and CEO The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (AACCNJ) Ø Leonard Spencer, Head of Supplier Diversity & Inclusion, Global Procurement Organization, #Amazon Ø Alexis M Dennard, Assistant Vice President of Mass Markets Supply Chain, Supplier Inclusivity & Sustainability, #Att Ø Christina Santiago, Communication & Engagement Advisor, Supplier Diversity, #BP Ø Kendra Burris-Austin, MBA, PMP, CPSM , Sr. Director of Procurement, Centene Corporation Ø Marcia Wallace, MS, CDP, Supplier Diversity Program Manager, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia(#CHOP) Ø Jerry Knighton, Jr., Associate Vice President and EEO Officer/Executive Director of Inclusive Procurement, #ClemsonUniversity Ø Síofra Harnett , Director for Corporate Services, Marketing, and Responsibility, #google Ø India Sylvester, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Lumen Technologies Ø Kathy Vezina, CPSD, CPIM, Senior Sourcing Manager, Supplier Diversity, Milliken & Company Ø Janet M. Stovall, CDE, Global Head of DEI, #NeuroLeadershipInstitute Ø Helen R. Foster, JD, Small Business Enterprise Coordinator, #NewCastleCounty (DE) Government Ø Dr. Erica Patterson, DM, Director of Contracts Management & Supplier Diversity, #PhiladelphiaGasWorks Ø Christina Morrow , Senior. Director of Supplier Relationship Management, Ricoh USA, Inc. Ø Bruno Olvera, Director of Diversity Supplier Development and a member of the North America Purchasing Leadership Team, Stellantis Ø Carlos Medina, President and CEO, Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ (#SHCCNJ) Ø Susan Allen, National President and CEO, @US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation (USPAACC) Ø Florencia Stanfield, Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, #VitescoTechnologies https://lnkd.in/g6QhK7kd