Join us for an exclusive one-day in-person course designed specifically for procurement specialists looking to enhance diversity within their procurement processes. 
Led by a team of experts in procurement and professional services, the course includes interactive exercises such as decision-mapping and strategy development. You'll learn how to create an impactful plan to diversify your professional service vendors and practice effective communication with leaders to gain their support. Additionally, we will cover essential terms and tactics to overcome resistance and implement lasting positive changes across your organization, beyond just the procurement and supply chain divisions.

The Business Diversity Institute: Inclusive Business and Supplier Diversity Strategies 

David Rubenstein Forum at the University of Chicago

1201 E 60th Street | Chicago, IL 60637

September 12, 2024 from 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Registration: $2,850* 

*15% Discount for Non-profits and Educational Institutions 


By the end of the day, you will:

• Learn strategies to address DEI challenges after the recent Supreme Court decision.
•  Develop strategies to identify, advocate for, and contract with diverse owned businesses in key professional services sectors.
•  Utilize appropriate performance indicators to measure, monitor, and report progress to senior leadership.
•  Receive a University of Chicago Professional Education Certificate. 
  
  

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* This event is being hosted by an NAEP Member Institution and is not an official NAEP event. While the information is shared for your convenience, participants are encouraged to independently verify the details and content of the event before registering.