Boston Disparity Study Completed; Executive Order Signed Establishing Goals For Minority And Woman Owned Businesses patch.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from patch.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
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February 18, 2021
The Executive Order creates a framework to enact race- and gender-conscious procurement goals. The work will be supported with a $2 million investment in the Supplier Diversity Program.
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Building on the City of Boston s commitment to reduce barriers and encourage more minority- and woman-owned businesses in Boston to compete for city contracts and procurements, Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the completion of a disparity study and an Executive Order designed to support equitable procurement policies. The Executive Order recognizes the results of the Disparity Study and establishes a Supplier Diversity Program with a $2 Million investment to implement new initiatives that expand opportunities for minority- and woman-owned businesses.
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MANCHESTER As part of Eversource’s commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion, the energy company is celebrating Black History Month by recognizing African American suppliers who are helping to drive the company’s success and giving back to their communities. Eversource’s continued efforts to advance active inclusion of diverse businesses in its supplier base is driving innovation and helping to ensure that its workforce reflects the diversity of its customers and communities.
“We know that continuing to expand our partnerships with businesses owned and operated by members of traditionally underrepresented or underserved groups is not only beneficial to these diverse suppliers, it also makes our company more successful and it uplifts the communities we serve by creating jobs and stimulating economic development,” said Eversource Vice President of Supply Chain and Property Management Ellen Greim.
Building on the City of Boston's commitment to reduce barriers and encourage more minority- and woman-owned businesses in Boston to compete for city contracts and procurements, Mayor Martin J.
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