Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals are committed to leveraging our shared purchasing power and resources to improve the economic health of Cleveland’s diverse business community. By working together, we can build a more inclusive and sustainable local economy.
Developed through our partnership, the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Supplier Accelerator is designed to expand the knowledge and impact of local diverse suppliers in Northeast Ohio.
Ten business leaders selected from a pool of applicants will have the opportunity to spotlight their businesses for a panel of judges. Five will be chosen to participate in a six-month program. The program will provide:
Certification: Businesses that qualify as diverse owned must have a third-party diversity certification or be willing to obtain a third-party certification* before the start of the program. Any third-party certifications acknowledging your diverse status are acceptable. Please note: self-certification is not accepted.
