For more than 50 years, the case for broader vendor inclusion has evolved from a social responsibility construct to a strategic business imperative. Today, supplier diversity programs proactively seek and encourage vendors that align with diversity and inclusion initiatives, such as minority-, women- and veteran-owned business partners.

Expanding opportunities within the healthcare supply chain continues to be a challenge. Achieving significant market share growth with health systems and medical device manufacturers eludes many diverse suppliers. This on-demand session will examine the current state of diversity and inclusion in the healthcare supply chain industry and discuss what suppliers can do to tap into opportunities within the industry.

Moderator:

Joseph Machicote, Chief Diversity Officer, Premier, Inc.

Panelists:

Ruben Colon, Executive Director, Strategic Sourcing, AdventHealth

Manwell Bynum, Head of Business Acceleration, Atrium Health

Valencia Stoudamire, VP, Supplier Diversity & Place-Based Investment, Henry Ford Health