Business Diversity Seminar Featuring Experts at Prairie State College on October 2

CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL - "Navigating Procurement," a free Business Diversity Seminar, will be hosted at the Prairie State College (PSC) Conference Center on Wednesday, October 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., located at 202 South Halsted St., Chicago Heights.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the benefits of obtaining certification with the State of Illinois, explore contract bid opportunities, understand the challenges of supplier diversity, and receive step-by-step guidance on completing Business Enterprise Program (BEP) certification applications. Breakout sessions will cover topics such as obtaining BEP certification, strategies to increase BEP spending, and tips for becoming a successful BEP vendor.

Sherell Fuller, Founder of SpotzCity Tech LLC, will moderate a panel discussion titled "Championing Diversity: Best Practices from Leading Institutions and Corporations."

Guest Panelists and Speakers:

Sharla Roberts, Chief Procurement Officer, City of Chicago - Keynote Speaker

Shondra Watson-Wilson, Supplier Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Sustainability Leader, CSAA Insurance Group

Latonya Fourte’-Lyles, Supplier Diversity Assistant Director, Northwestern Mutual

Irma Lopez and Ebonie S. Davis, Illinois Department of Human Rights

Pat Hanes, President & CEO, Pat Hanes & Associates

Charles Harrell II, President & CEO, The IT Architect Corporation

Complimentary continental breakfast and lunch will be provided for registered attendees.

Those interested in attending this free seminar may Register Here.