ProcureCon Connect USA 2025

June 09 - 10, 2025

Rancho Bernardo Inn, San Diego, CA

Christina Morrow

Sr Director, Supplier Relationship Management RICOH Digital Services

Day 1: Transforming Your Procurement Organization

3:20 PM PANEL DISCUSSION: Implementing A Growth Driven Supplier Diversity Strategy To Drive Successful Long-Term Partnerships

A successful supplier diversity program drives value and growth not just for your organization, but for the supplier’s communities as well. This means clear objectives, strong communication, and a commitment to growth from both parties, from the outset. This clear stance enables suppliers to grow their production and achieve their own goals while also becoming an essential part of helping you achieve your organizational objectives. Join this conversation to hear strategies of… 

 

  • Assessing your current spend to identify opportunities for diverse suppliers 
  • Implementing inclusive procurement strategies to widen your potential pool of suppliers 
  • Partnering with councils and local chambers of commerce that provide support systems for SMBE’s 
  • Establishing growth plans and check-ins with your smaller suppliers  
  • Growing your spend in a manner viable with their business, while ensuring they are on track for both their objectives and your long term plans 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Christina.

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