Supplier Diversity Table Talks March 2023

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

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Diversity Team

Supplier Diversity

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Be the Change

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About Table Talks The H-E-B Supplier Diversity Table Talks, formerly known as Supplier Diversity Lunch and Learn, is a virtual program tailored towards current and potential, local, small, minority, woman, LGBTQ, Disabled, and Veteran-owned businesses.

The focus is to help businesses in areas where they have challenges in onboarding, marketing & selling strategies, securing funding, and business development. We expose them to a host of topics and subject matter experts who provide real-time business solutions. The sessions are hosted on a quarterly and as-needed basis driven by the needs of the business.

A huge thank you to our current suppliers who are helping us pass the torch of knowledge to local and minority businesses and potential vendors.

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Winell Herron Group Vice President (GVP) of Public Affairs, Diversity & Environmental Affairs

Winell Herron serves as the Group Vice President of Public Affairs, Diversity and Environmental affairs for H-E-B, leading strategy and initiatives across Texas. A native of Austin, Winell has made Houston her home for more than a decade. She began her H-E-B career in store operations and has held many positions including unit director, service team leader, director of workforce diversity, vice president of customer service, and group vice president of diversity and people development before her current position. Winell actively serves the community through her roles on numerous boards and is a strong advocate of organizations that support diversity and inclusion – especially in the areas of education, equity and empowerment.

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Meet the H-E-B Diversity Team!

James Harris Sr. Director, Diversity & Inclusion and Supplier Diversity Go Back to Main Menu

Crystal Royal

Andrea de la Cruz

Elisa Cuellar

Supplier Diversity Manager

Diversity & Inclusion Specialist

Diversity & Inclusion Manager

Alyse Gamble

Christa Aldrich

Tanique Evans

Content Specialist

Literacy Program Manager

Sr. Coordinator, D&I, Supplier Diversity

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Featured Panelists

Margaret Wilson-Anaglia LiftFund Women’s Business Center Director

Michael Smith The Business Credit Genius

Rich Gottbrath Greenhaven Investments CEO

Yadira Medina Maestro Entrepreneur Board & Private Bank Banking Advisor, VP

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Be the Change H-E-B was founded on the unwavering belief that Each and Every Person Counts. Through our Be the Change initiative, H-E-B pledges to do our part to advance equity and inclusion across our great state.

Be the Change builds upon our established Diversity and Inclusion framework driving us to be a better employer, retailer and community partner. To amplify diverse voices, we’re proudly sharing their stories and highlighting their products and services Click here to learn more about Be the Change..

The 3 Pillars Be a Better Employer

Be a Better Retailer

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Be a Better Employer Since 1905, H-E-B has believed that Each and Every Person Counts. We also believe in relentless dissatisfaction. At the intersection of these two dedicated commitments is a drive to constantly improve how we run our business and how we can make the lives of Texans better – from our Partners to our customers and the communities we serve.

At H-E-B, we will always strive to Be a Better Employer through our proactive departments and Partners who have internally helped build our diversity and inclusion framework. From PRG events to Diversity & Inclusion incentives, there are many ways for H-E-B Partners to be involved.

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Be a Better Retailer To Be a Better Retailer, H-E-B will always strive to amplify diverse voices. Through H-E-B Supplier Diversity (which supports events like Quest for Texas Best and Opportunity Exchange), an array of suppliers and community partners that best align with the H-E-B Be the Change initiative are identified and spotlighted on H-E-B shelves, as well as highlighted through H-EB’s marketing efforts within the communities and stores we serve.

From Hispanic suppliers to LGTBQ+ community partners, H-E-B proudly shares their stories, their products, and services. Learn more about each featured Be the Change Supplier and Community Partners during diversity celebrations like Women’s History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and more throughout the year.

Click here to learn more about H-E-B Supplier Diversity

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Be a Better Community Partner With the drive to constantly improve how we can make the lives of Texans better; H-E-B is committed to communities we serve.

Through Be the Change, H-E-B will expand our year-round community engagement opportunities and support a wide range of diversity and inclusion initiatives throughout our communities to help drive real, lasting change. Additionally, we will continue to support organizations doing meaningful work in education, criminal justice reform, policy and legislation, and advocacy.

H-E-B Partners can find community/sponsorship events and volunteer opportunities through H-E-B resources

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Helpful Resources & Links Thank you so much for attending! Stay tuned for upcoming Table Talks.

Please see the following resources for more information on the content discussed throughout the webinar. We encourage you to submit your feedback and suggestions here.

Panel Resources: Michael Smith Business Credit Website Maestro Entrepreneur Center LiftFund Women’s Business Center (WBC) • Find Out If LiftFund is Right For You • Become A WBC Client • To diagnose the health of your business with a comprehensive analysis of your entrepreneurial journey, register HERE to access services.

H-E-B Resources: • H-E-B Be the Change • H-E-B Supplier Diversity • H-E-B Quest for Texas Best • H-E-B Tournament of Champions Relevant Supplier Resources: Go Texan SPAWGlass Apply for Certifications: South Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (SCTRCA)

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