We encourage all Penn State faculty and staff to learn more about supplier diversity, and to consider using diverse suppliers whenever possible. We have worked hard to establish productive partnerships with minority-owned, woman-owned, veteran-owned, and HUBZone-certified businesses—and we want you to start enjoying the benefits, which include:

• Competitive Pricing: By expanding our supplier base to include more diverse suppliers, we help to encourage competition among suppliers—which may lead to lower prices for you!



• Better Selection: More suppliers mean more choices. Our Supplier Diversity Program partners with a wide selection of smaller businesses, so your purchasing options aren’t limited to the goods and services offered by a few large corporations.

The Supplier Diversity Program also helps to foster a sense of community in the towns surrounding each of Penn State’s 24 locations. We frequently work with local businesses, so we have valuable opportunities to contribute to the Pennsylvania economy.

HRDC Offers Supplier Diversity Seminar for Faculty and Staff
Penn State’s Human Resource Development Center (HRDC) offers a seminar entitled “Understanding Supplier Diversity Related to Purchasing Decisions.” Taught by Duane Bullock, manager of the Supplier Diversity Program, the seminar is open to Penn State faculty and staff. (more)