Council for Supplier Diversity
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Council for Supplier Diversity is a San Diego-based nonprofit organization established in 1999. It focuses on using supplier diversity initiatives as a driver of economic development with a particular emphasis on expanding opportunities for women, minority, and service-disabled veteran business enterprises. By supporting diverse businesses, the council aims to add value to supply chains and increase economic opportunities for underrepresented communities, viewing diverse business development as a component of reducing poverty and unemployment while integrating various segments of American society. Positioned within the nonprofit sector of supplier diversity, the organization is recognized for its leadership in economic development strategies for diverse populations. The council serves as a regional hub for initiatives designed to broaden access to contracting opportunities and strengthen the role of diverse suppliers in the local economy.