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Reporting on supplier diversity.

Working coverage of certifications, corporate procurement, federal contracting, financing, and the operators making each work for diverse-owned businesses. Every piece checked against primary sources.

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Supplier diversity in Philadelphia: certifications, programs, and how to get contracts

Philadelphia runs one of the more active city M/WBE programs on the East Coast, and the state's Small Diverse Business certification unlocks …

· Mario Bailey

Guide

Guide · 7 min

Supplier diversity in Pittsburgh: certifications, programs, and how to get contracts

Pittsburgh's healthcare, robotics, and finance sectors spend billions annually with diverse suppliers. Here's who's buying, what certifications open doors, and where to …

· Mario Bailey

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