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At SSOE, it’s our business to provide solutions to complex problems. In order to deliver the innovative results our clients require, we understand the need to have diverse voices at the table and to ensure they feel comfortable when providing their perspective. Because of this, SSOE has made a purposeful commitment to prioritize Inclusion and Diversity (I&D) in our hiring and spending.
Vendor diversity is not just a good business decision, it is a crucial step in growing our communities, engaging our colleagues, and supporting our clients. SSOE recognizes that minority business owners have been systemically denied opportunities available to other entrepreneurs and so, a deliberate, systemic response is required. As such, SSOE set formal spending goals for minority and women-owned businesses. If you are a qualifying vendor in one of these categories who would like to be pre-qualified to work with SSOE, please submit the Vendor Qualification form found on this page and indicate your status in the section on Diversity Classifications.
If you have any questions regarding SSOE’s supplier diversity program or requirements for certification, please call 419-255-3830 and ask for procurement or e-mail procurement@ssoe.com.
Our Commitment to Vendor Diversity
“At SSOE, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is not only a core value and our commitment, it is also an investment in the company’s future. Our goal is that we’re able to make an impact at an even larger scale, not just positively impacting our culture here at SSOE but our industry as a whole. Together, we are on a journey to create a culture that encourages growth at all levels. By partnering with diverse vendors, this becomes a strategic advantage that benefits us all.”
-Vince DiPofi, CEO
Diverse vendors are certified by:
- Federal, state, or city agency certifications OR
- National or regional third-party certifications
May include:
- Disadvantaged-businesses
- HUB
- LGBTQ+
- Minorities
- Service-disabled veterans
- Small businesses (either by number of employees, revenues, or federal classifications)
- Veterans
- Women
Current Efforts
- Track, monitor, and communicate the number of diverse vendors and our progress.
- Encourage all employees to increase diverse vendors.
- Attend vendor diversity events and conferences to seek new opportunities for partnership.
- Create dashboards to track diverse spend. Click here for an example of this.
Achieving our goals requires everyone’s effort. By working together, we are constantly enhancing our vendor diversity efforts and ensuring that our progress reflects our commitment to inclusivity. Together, we are shaping a future that celebrates diversity and innovation.