Supplier Diversity Maximizer Program: Unlocking Growth for Diverse-Owned Businesses

by Isabelle Strauss

December 17, 2024

Supplier diversity is a game-changer, fueling economic growth, innovation, and inclusion. For diverse-owned businesses—those led by minorities, women, veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities—the opportunity to scale their operations can be transformative. The Supplier Diversity Maximizer Program, a joint initiative by PwC and Bpeace, is at the forefront of this mission, empowering diverse businesses to compete in competitive markets and driving long-term success.

Why Supplier Diversity Matters

Supplier diversity goes beyond corporate responsibility; it drives tangible economic growth and fosters stronger, more inclusive communities. By opening doors for diverse-owned businesses, this program doesn’t just support underrepresented groups—it fuels innovation, resilience, and equitable economic development.

What Sets the Supplier Diversity Maximizer Apart

The Supplier Diversity Maximizer Program combines expert mentorship, skill-building, and hands-on pitch preparation to create a comprehensive growth roadmap for participants. Here’s how it works:

  • One-on-One Mentorship
    Business leaders are paired with experienced mentors who develop customized strategies for growth. This personalized guidance has been transformative for participants like Cheryl McCants, CEO of Impact Consulting Enterprises, who said:
    “You gain a dedicated advisor who acts like a board member for your business; this level of mentorship sets the program apart.”
  • Pitch Preparation
    Participants refine their pitches and present to seasoned professionals for real-time feedback. Cheryl McCants and her team emerged as winners of the program’s pitch competition, recognized for their innovative approach to cultural inclusivity in marketing.
  • Collaborative Learning
    Group sessions allow participants to exchange ideas, share challenges, and learn from peers. This community-focused approach builds a network of support that continues long after the program ends.
  • On-Demand Learning Resources
    Participants gain access to an extensive online platform covering leadership, marketing, financial strategies, and more. This flexible resource ensures business leaders can learn on their own schedule, empowering them with skills critical to long-term success.

Impact Stories: Empowering Diverse-Owned Businesses

Businesses like Marissa Sams Events are turning insights into action and opportunity into success. For Marissa Sams, the program delivered “valuable insights and practical strategies for business growth,” helping her sharpen her competitive edge and position her company to attract new clients.

Guided by expert mentorship, LingPerfect Translations sharpened its client-focused strategy and redefined its value proposition. CEO Paul Gromek shared, “This program has been the best we’ve participated in. The value we gained is immense.” The result? LingPerfect landed a pivotal contract with PwC, demonstrating how the program empowers diverse-owned businesses to compete and win in corporate procurement.

Building an Inclusive Future Through Supplier Diversity

When corporations and business experts invest in supplier diversity, they unlock untapped potential, driving economic progress and creating a more inclusive economy. Programs like Supplier Diversity Maximizer show that with mentorship and skill-building opportunities, diverse-owned businesses can thrive, innovate, and contribute to sustainable economic change.

Bpeace, with the support of companies like PwC, is committed to shaping a future where supplier diversity isn’t just an initiative—it’s a standard. By supporting diverse-owned businesses today, we build the foundation for an economy that’s more resilient, innovative, and equitable tomorrow.

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Isabelle Strauss
Director of Global Program Strategy and Volunteer Engagement

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