Description

Join us on April 15th at 9amin the GSBA office for an exclusive workshop tailored to empower LGBTQ+ owned and operated small businesses. Our President and CEO, Ilona Lohrey, will guide you through the essentials of supplier diversity and the certification process.

What is Supplier Diversity & How to Get Certified

In this introductory session, Ilona Lohrey will demystify supplier diversity, explaining its significance and the advantages of certification for your business. Key topics include:

• Understanding supplier diversity and its impact
• Step-by-step guide to obtaining certification
• Benefits of certification for LGBTQ+ owned businesses
• Decoding industry terminology for effective business pitches
• Identifying your industry codes
• Strategies to partner with ideal corporations
• Crafting a compelling capability statement

Why Attend?

• Gain valuable insights from industry expert Ilona Lohrey
• Enhance your business's marketability and growth potential
• Network with fellow LGBTQ+ business owners
• Access resources to navigate the certification process

About Ilona Lohrey, cce

Ilona Lohrey (she/her) is the President and CEO of GSBA and she's dedicated to supporting diverse small businesses. With extensive experience in supplier diversity, Ilona is passionate about empowering LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs to succeed.

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