Jackson County to host Vendor Diversity Outreach Forum

     Jackson County will host its first-ever Vendor Diversity Outreach Forum on Thursday, October 27, 2022 from 5:30pm– 7:00pm at JE Dunn Construction, 1001 Locust ST, KCMO. This free event will show how easy it is to do business with the County, with a specific focus on increasing awareness of contract opportunities for minority, women and veteran-owned business enterprises, trade partners, suppliers and vendors.
     There will be information and resources, including the opportunity for businesses to network and get answers to their questions. All interested businesses should RSVP their attendance to communications@jacksongov.org. A flyer is attached to share with your networks in an effort to encourage participation.
     “We are proud of the progress we have made to increase our ability to engage with more diverse businesses, specifically through the launch of a new software system that improves efficiency, transparency and communication in our available contracts,” Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. said. “This forum is a chance for our minority, women and veteran business owners to see that first-hand in an effort to strengthen relationships, create job opportunities and build economic equity in our community.”
     “Our diversity-owned businesses bring significant value to our community and it has always been a priority of mine to ensure they are educated on our procurement practices to successfully compete in the marketplace,” 2nd District Jackson County Legislator Ron Finley said. “I am excited about the connections, guidance and support this forum will provide them as part of the County’s ongoing commitment to fairness, equity and inclusion.”

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