Public institutions spend more than $1.3 trillion annually—a powerful lever for advancing equity and driving local economic growth. This webinar explores strategies from NCGrowth’s “Guide for Building Inclusive Economic Opportunity Through Strategic Purchasing,” offering actionable insights for expanding supplier diversity and engaging historically underutilized businesses.
Join NCGrowth for a conversation on how anchor institutions can use procurement to strengthen communities, foster innovation, and create sustainable economic opportunity.
Panelists:
Deborah Diamond, Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia
Swati Ghosh, New Growth Innovation Network (NGIN)
Dell Gines, International Economic Development Council (IEDC)
Alyse (Alvord) Polly (moderator), UC Berkeley & NCGrowth
Mark Gabriel Little (host), NCGrowth
The webinar will also include a presentation of NCGrowth’s guide and NGIN’s “Inclusive Procurement Advocacy Brief.”
Presenters:
Alyse (Alvord) Polly
Cody Taylor, Appalachian State University & NCGrowth
Jacqueline R., NGIN
Whether you’re a small business owner or part of a local organization, this session will provide actionable guidance and resources to support your growth. Register Here to secure your place!
