HMSDC 2022 Business EXPO Program Booklet

Table of Contents

Resolution Letters from Elected Officials

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Sponsors 20

Schedule at a Glance Day 1 26

Schedule-at-a-Glance - Day 2 27

EXPO Committee 28

HMSDC Staff 30

Rigel Award Winners 31

Accountability Champions 32

List of Exhibitors 33

Exhibitor Profiles 34 Ads 88 expo.hmsdc.org | (713) 271 7805 | Riverway, Suite 555, Houston, TX 77056

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CHAIRMAN

James A. Brownrigg

Construction Company

VICE CHAIRMAN David Wilson Accenture

TREASURER

Eileen Perillo Shell

SECRETARY Maxine Buckles Port of Houston

Andy Icken City of Houston

Carla Kneipp CenterPoint Energy

Calvin Wright UT MD Anderson Cancer Center

Colin Stevenson ConocoPhillips

Julie Diehl Alvarez & Marsal

Keith Davis Vaskey Media Group

Nadeem Mazhar Custom Technology Solutions Nannette Ray

TNR Accounting & Management Consulting, LLC

Paula Mendoza Possible Missions

Troi Taylor

Taylor Construction Management

PRESIDENT Ingrid M. Robinson

Minority Supplier Development Council

EXPO 2022 Attendees:

On behalf of the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC) Board of Directors and staff, welcome to EXPO 2022!

HMSDC’s focus is building relationships between corporations and Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) to increase opportunities that provide an economic impact in the communities in which we live and work. Our goal is to ensure you understand how to best position your business to participate in Houston’s business ecosystem.

We are grateful for your participation and support We hope that you will make business connections and strengthen existing relationships as you enjoy the various networking opportunities.

EXPO 2022 is your opportunity to achieve EXPOnential Growth!

Sincerely, Ingrid Robinson James A. Brownrigg President Board Chair

September 28, 2022

BORRIS L. MILES STATE SENATOR DISTRICT 13

Greetings,

I would like to extend my most sincere support to the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council (HMSDC) as they host the EXPO 2022 in a hybrid format. This event is the largest minority business development trade fair in Texas

This marks HMSDC's 48th year of addressing issues impacting Houston's minority business community. The Council's 150 major corporations and government entities work together to develop minority-owned businesses that create jobs, achieve economic self sufficiency and increase purchasing power in diverse communities. "Exponential Growth." is the perfect theme for this year's event as we ensure that our minority-owned businesses have the necessary tools and infrastructure to pivot the challenges ahead in a post pandemic world

EXPO 2022 is the best trade show in Texas for creating meaningful and mutually beneficial dialogues between minority business enterprises and major corporations and government agencies. Although EXPO 2022 is being held in a hybrid environment this year, I have no doubt that it will succeed in making connections for these minority businesses.

Again, I give my best to the attendees of EXPO 2022 as they continue to grow their businesses.

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Schedule-at-a-Glance

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

EXPO 2022 Registration Opens 7:30 a.m.

Vaccination is required for all in person attendees and must be verified prior to September 23rd. If vaccination is not verified, registrants will be sent a link to participate virtually. NO EXCEPTIONS.

State of Texas: Access & Opportunity Workshop

8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Demystify the State of Texas procurement process. Learn about HUB resources to support MBEs and identify the different procurement tools used by state agencies such as NIGP codes, the Central Master Bidders List (CMBL), and the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD). Unearth real procurement opportunities from university procurement, construction, or health and human services. The Guest Speakers will be Lauryn Ott (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Statewide HUB Program, Marketing & Outreach Coordinator), Karen Gross (University of Texas Medical Branch), Taylor Harkey (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Central Master Bidders List Outreach Specialist), Kyle Gavit (Texas Department of Information Resources, HUB Coordinator), and Laura Zarate (Texas Department of Information Resources, HUB Coordinator).

Chief Procurement Officer Summit

8:30 a.m. 10 :30 a.m.

The Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Summit begins with an economic outlook and forecast from one of Houston’s leading economists, followed by a spirited exchange of ideas, challenges, and opportunities in supplier diversity and supplier development. Procurement leaders will share best practices and discuss solutions to address challenges related to preparing MBEs to be more competitive in todays and tomorrow’s supply chain. The Guest Speaker will be Patrick Jankowksi (Greater Houston Partnership, Senior Vice President, and Chief Economist).

Government Agency Spot Bid Fair

9:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

The Spot Bid Fair, sponsored by Senators Borris Miles and Carol Alvarado will provide information and access to immediate business opportunities for smaller firms seeking an entry point to doing business with state agencies

HMSDC Rigel Awards

11 :00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

The Rigel Awards returns to an in person event and Khambrel Marshall (KPRC Channel 2, Journalist, Meteorologist, and Community Leader) returns as master of ceremony. HMSDC's Rigel Awards bring exhibitors together with general attendees to recognize corporations and minority business enterprises (MBEs) for their contribution to the development of minority businesses in greater Houston. The Rigel Awards are HMSDC’s most prestigious awards that recognize corporations that are setting new standards and establishing best practices for corporate supplier diversity programs and MBEs that are providing best in class service to their corporate customers. Additional guest speakers will be Elizabeth Brock (CenterPoint Energy, Vice President of Energy Solutions and Business Services), Ruben Flores (The Fierro Group, CEO), and Chandra Miller (Irby Utilities, Account Manager & Branch Ops Manager).

BizTalk: A Sustainable Master Energy Plan for Houston’s Future

1:1 5 p.m. 2:45 p.m.

Bob Charlet (Houston Business Journal, Market President & Publisher) will allow you to experience how HMSDC and the Houston Business Journal are driving thought leadership and discussing business growth trends. BizTalk connects you with leaders and information needed to understand how to best position your business for growth in the greater Houston area. The City of Houston and CenterPoint Energy are partnering to develop a regional master energy plan to advance Houston’s transition to sustainable energy.

MBE Best In Class Reception

4:30 p.m. 6 :30 p.m.

The Best In Class reception is sponsored by certified MBEs of the HMSDC. The reception provides the opportunity for MBEs to recognize and thank our sponsors and exhibitors that support supplier diversity and minority business development. Join us in recognizing HMSDC Corporate and MBE Accountability Champions who reported expenditures with MBEs the previous fiscal year.

Schedule-at-a-Glance

Thursday, September 29, 2022

Day 2: Keynote Speaker: Houston’s Role in Leading the Energy Transition

8:00 a.m. 9:0 0 a.m.

HMSDC will kick off Day 2 of Texas’ largest minority business trade fair with a keynote address given by Jane Stricker Executive Director, Houston Energy Transition Initiative (HETI) and SVP, Energy Transition of the Greater Houston Partnership. The energy industry faces a dual challenge continue to provide affordable and reliable energy to the world while also significantly reducing the CO2 emissions associated with energy production and use. As the energy capital of the world, Houston has both a responsibility and an opportunity to lead the world toward an energy abundant, low carbon future. The Houston Energy Transition Initiative (HETI) leverages Houston’s energy leadership, building on the best of traditional energy skills and systems to pave the way for a low carbon world. Virtual attendees will also get energized by the remarks given by the MBE Honorary Co Chair of EXPO and learn how their business can experience EXPOnential Growth at EXPO 2022.

EXPO Trade Show

9:00 a.m. 11 :30 a.m.

HMSDC EXPO is focused on bringing buyers from major corporations, government agencies and educational institutions together with MBEs selling services to discuss business opportunities.

Break Time

11:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m.

12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. The Power Hour Luncheon is a great way for EXPO attendees to conclude the formal business of EXPO by engaging in dialogue during concurrent sessions. Choose from two riveting discussions on business opportunities in the sports & entertainment industry. Did you know there are opportunities to become vendors for some of the world's largest sporting events like the Men's NCAA Final Four Basketball tournament or the FIFA World Cup 2026. Holly Kesterson (Harris County Houston Sports Authority, Vice President of Events) and Dorita Hatchett (2023 NCAA Men’s Final Four Houston Local Organization Committee Houston Sports Authority, Sr. Director of Community Relations) will share information on how to connect and be considered for these global stage events.

Power Hour Luncheon

Break Time

MBE Matchmakers

12:45 p.m. 1:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Recognized by MBEs and exhibitors as one of the most effective additions to EXPO. MBE Matchmakers allow exhibitors to identify in advance products/services for which they are seeking immediately or over the next 6 12 months. HMSDC will then seek MBE suppliers and schedule 15 minute one to one meetings

EXPO Subcommittee Chairs

Awards

Ziba Mehra Calpine Corporation

Booth Sales

Richard Miles

J. Archer Insurance Group

MBE Matchmakers

Denean Bennett

Bennett Management Solutions

Reception

Ruby Reynolds GHG Corporation Sponsorship

Vicki Semander Global Force USA

Spot Bid Fair

Lauryn Ott

Texas Comptroller Office

Volunteers & HMSDC Booths

Kathy Hall

ATime4Marketing

EXPO Steering Committee

Ashley Ruiz

Urban Engaged HTX, LLC

Brianna Ballenger

Texas Department of Information & Resources

Brianna Fernandez BaAed LP

Chaun Vaughn Vaughn Media, LLC

Clifton E. Clark III Computer Decisions

Denean Bennett Bennett Management Solutions

Donald Scruggs H&I Consulting, LLC

Haseeb Mumtaz Peace Environmental Services

Karen Scott KNS Industrial Supply

Kathy Hall ATime4Marketing

Lauryn Ott

Texas Comptroller Office

Linelle Clark University of Houston

Maya Ingram Texas Comptroller Office

Naz Warden Global Force USA

Paul Jackson Rose International

Paula Mendoza Possible Missions

Porschia Tolbert Turner Construction

Raven Watson AtWork Personnel

Richard Lee ExxonMobil Corporation

Roz Moore Perfect Touch Promotions

Ruby Reynolds GHG Corporation

Shasta Jones Shasta Candy Spray

Shavonnah Schreiber SNR Creative

Terri Lynn Hornsby TLC Adcentives LLC

Tony Samper American HVAC, Inc.

Vicki Semander Global Force USA

Wesley Lichenstein Bayside Printing Company, Inc.

Vicki Semander Global Force USA

Wesley Lichenstein Bayside Printing Company, Inc. expo.hmsdc.org | (713) 271 7805 | Riverway, Suite 555, Houston, TX 77056

HMSDC Staff

Ingrid M. Robinson President

Angela R. Freeman Senior Director, Corporate Services

Latoria P. Reid Corporate Services Specialist

Sabeeta Bidasie Singh Director, Projects & Operations

Selina E. Gonzalez Certification Specialist

Rigel Award Winners

Advocate of the Year Award

Chuck Brown

Enterprise Holdings

Chairman Award

Accenture

Each One Reach One Award

Vicki Semander

It’s Beyond Branding

Helping Hands Award

Che McFerrin

Accenture

Innovation Award

Transseed Group Companies, Inc.

Local Corporation of the Year

CenterPoint Energy

MBE to MBE Award

X ISS

Preferred Technologies, Inc.

ObjectWin Technologies, Inc.

Middle Market Engagement Award

CenterPoint Energy

expo.hmsdc.org

Minority Business Development Award

BP America Inc.

ExxonMobil Corporation Shell Oil Company

National Corporation of the Year

ExxonMobil Corporation

President Award

Priscilla Luna

Today’s Business Solutions

Prime Supplier of the Year Fluor Corporation

Procurement Champion

Dale Hunter

ExxonMobil Corporation

Strategic Teaming Alliance

ATime4Marketing

Expert WSI eMarketing

SMR Business Services

The Voice Society LLC

Supplier of the Year, Class 1 DWG CPA PLLC

Supplier of the Year, Class 2

Hillday Public Relations, Inc.

(713) 271

Riverway, Suite 555, Houston, TX 77056

Accountability Champions

Corporate Accountability Champions

Accenture

Alief Independent School District Aon

Baker Hughes Energy Services

BMC Software

BP America Inc. CenterPoint Energy

Exxon Mobil Corporation

Port of Houston Shell Oil Company The ODP Corporation

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center Vistra Corp

MBE Accountability Champions

ACME Facility Maintenance, LLC

Blue Wave International SDP Corporation

Branwar, Inc.

DWG CPA PLLC

ObjectWin Technology, Inc.

Petro Amigos Supply, Inc.

Preferred Technologies, LLC

Ron’s Home Style Foods, Inc. SolvChem, Inc.

Teksync Technologies, Inc.

TNR Advisors & Management Consultants

Exhibitors

Accenture

Alief Independent School District

Baker Hughes Energy Services LLC

BP America Inc.

CenterPoint Energy

Chevron Services Company

Cigna

City of Houston Houston Housing and Community Development ConocoPhillips

Entergy

Exxon Mobil Corporation

Fluor Corporation

Fort Bend Independent School District

HCC Small Business

H E B

Houston Minority Supplier Development Council

ICON Information Consultants

J.E. Dunn

Lone Star College

North Houston Pole Line

ODP Corporation

Port of Houston

Schlumberger

SCORE

Shell Oil Company

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Texas Department of Agriculture

Texas Department of Family & Protective Services

Texas Department of Health and Human Services

Texas Department of Information Resources

Texas Department of Insurance

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

Texas Department of Transportation

Texas Military Department

Texas Railroad Commission

Texas State University

Texas Water Development Board

The Texas A&M University System Main Campus

The Texas General Land Office

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

The University of Texas System Administration

Turner Construction Company

United Airlines

University of Houston

University of Houston Clear Lake

University of Texas Medical Branch

UT Health Houston

Vaughn Construction

Vistra Corp.

WestRock

Woodside Energy

World Wide Technology

With a multi billion dollar supply chain Accenture has a significant opportunity to use our procurement process to drive responsible change at scale.

We are proud to be a corporate leader in inclusive procurement practices, and we continue to promote the inclusion of people who may be excluded from the labor market for physical, social, or cultural reasons

We support broader inclusion, not only through direct recruitment, but also through agreements with vendors and in collaboration with other organizations

Responsible buying allows us to work within our ecosystem to identify, develop and work with smaller, more diverse suppliers with increased agility. We also request select suppliers to provide information and data on how they are improving their business performance to reduce their environmental impact, which, in turn, helps us improve our performance.

Our Supplier Inclusion & Sustainability Program, which reaches 21 countries, allows us to drive a more inclusive marketplace. By incorporating diverse businesses into our supply chain, we gain access to innovative, responsive and cost competitive solutions for our clients.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Che McFerrin

C Mosel

www.accenture.com/us

Che McFerrin Manager

che.mcferrin@accenture.com (713) 483 9508

supplier inclusion sustainability

Alief ISD was founded in 1917 and is located in southwest Houston, an urban community with thriving businesses, active churches, and a variety of recreational facilities. The district encompasses 36.6 square miles.

An exemplary education is provided for students in pre kindergarten through grade twelve. The district offers a wide range of educational opportunities in academics, the arts, and career and technology education. Special education, gifted/talented, English as a second language (ESL), and an English Spanish bilingual program are among the support strands available

Alief is the most ethnically diverse of school districts of comparable size in Texas. Virtually every culture of the modern world is represented in its 46,000 student enrollment; more than 80 languages and dialects are spoken. Guest speakers, culture clubs, and ethnic fairs help promote multicultural appreciation

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Adam Tabor

Adam Tabor

Director – Procurement and Distribution

purchasing@aliefisd.net (281) 988 3188

www.aliefisd.net/purchasing

Baker Hughes has an established commitment to include certified diverse suppliers that are 51% owned and operated by minorities, women, veterans, LGBT and small businesses with a current focus on US spend within the supply chain.

Supplier diversity is centrally managed within Baker Hughes through the HQ Sourcing Team which is responsible for management and development of diverse suppliers however the identification and utilization of diverse suppliers belongs to every employee. Baker Hughes focuses on inclusion and supplier diversity through awareness and education, partnership development, measurement and accountability. Supplier Diversity partners with Product Companies as Champions for the integration of supplier diversity into all sourcing activities.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Lynn Buckley

Lynn Buckley

Supplier Diversity & BD Src. Leader lynn/.buckley@bakerhughes.com (346) 397 1857

www.bakerhughes.com/suppliers/corporate supplier diversity

BP’s commitment to supplier diversity unlocks the value and power of a diverse, equitable and inclusive supply chain, boosting economic growth for underrepresented groups in the communities where we live and work.

As a part of the US Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Framework for Action, a clear ambition was set to increase supplier diversity across the company, linking directly to bp’s wider ambition on responsible business and improving people’s lives in the communities where we work. Supplier diversity helps us build a stronger, better, more competitive company, aligning with America’s changing demographics.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Maria Lester Natalie Gutierrez Tamara Garrett

Director, Global Supplier Diversity

Tamara.garrett@bp.com (800) 333 3991

www.bp.com/en_us/united states/home/community/supplier diversity.html

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CenterPoint Energy, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a domestic energy delivery company that includes electric transmission & distribution, natural gas distribution and energy services operations. With more than 9,600 employees, CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 140 years

We strive to make a positive difference in our communities through charitable giving and employee volunteerism. Learn more about our community involvement focus areas and how CenterPoint Energy supports nonprofit organizations aligned with our giving priorities.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Leviticous Cleveland Michael Brown

Leviticous Cleveland Manager

leviticous.cleveland@centerpointenergy.com (346) 397 1857

www.centerpointenergy.com/en us/corporate

Powering human progress takes energy

It’s only human to want a better life and we need reliable, affordable, and ever cleaner energy to get there. To provide this energy, we believe in the power of human ingenuity to lead us to a brighter future.

We define energy in human terms.

Access to energy helps improve lives by driving human progress and enabling the benefits of modern society. That’s why we’re constantly working to provide reliable products for the millions around the world that rely on us.

Our greatest resources are our people.

Their ingenuity, creativity, and collaboration have met the complex challenges of the energy’s past. Together, we’ll take on the future.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Dwayne Francis

Matt Edwards

Nathan Hawkins Steve Freeman

David Feldman

Manager, Supplier Diversity dfeldman@chevron.com (925) 216 0781 www.chevron.com

Cigna believes the success of minority- and women owned businesses and other under represented suppliers adds to our success and to that of the communities we serve. Minorityand women owned and other diverse businesses are often in neighborhoods that benefit greatly from the commerce and employment opportunities the businesses provide. By partnering with these suppliers, we can foster the growth of these businesses while ensuring the long term growth of Cigna. They can provide the best combination of total cost, quality and service, which ultimately provides a healthy competition and level playing field for all potential and existing suppliers.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Molly Bhuiyan

Tippi Montgomery

Tippi Montgomery Program Manager

tippi.montgomery@cigna.com (423) 954 5976

www.cigna.com/about us/supplier community/supplier diverstiy program

The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) works to create opportunities for all Houstonians to have access to safe homes that they can afford in communities where they can thrive. Our department works closely with service provides and developers across the city to improve quality of life for Houston residents

The mission of the Housing and Community Development Department is to make investments that serve Houstonians’ housing needs and build a more equitable city by creating safe, resilient homes, and vibrant, healthy communities.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Karen Franklin

Karen Franklin

Community Involvement Coordinator

Karen.franklin@houstontx.gov (832) 394 6160

www.houstontx.gov/housing

We explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally

WHO WE ARE

We partner with our suppliers to bring tangible, innovative and cost effective solutions to ConocoPhillips

WHAT WE DO

At ConocoPhillips, we view Supplier Diversity as a proactive business process that provides diverse suppliers equal access opportunity to provide materials and services to our company.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Maalika Moore Thomas Anwar P Jill Enriquez Janely Toledo

Maalika Moore-Thomas

Sr. Supplier Diversity Coordinator maalika.moore thomas@conocophillips.com (832) 346 6445 www.conocophillips.com

Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) is an integrated energy company engaged in electric power production, transmission and retail distribution operations

Entergy delivers electricity to 3 million utility customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy owns and operates one of the cleanest large scale U.S. power generating fleets with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including 7,000 megawatts of nuclear power. Headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, Entergy has annual revenues of $10 billion and approximately 12,500 employees.

At Entergy, we consistently strive to create sustainable value for our customers, employees, communities and owners. That concentrated focus drives the way we think as an organization. It enables us to effectively navigate through numerous transitions, both revolutionary and evolutionary, and still deliver on our commitments to our stakeholders.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by

Justin Gibbs

Maurice Davis Melanie Fite

Rivers Frederick

Rivers Frederick Manager, Supplier Diversity

rfreder@entergy.com (281) 576 4924

www.entergy.com/supplierdiversity

Over the past 135 years ExxonMobil has evolved from a regional marketer of kerosene in the U.S. to one of the largest publicly traded petroleum and petrochemical enterprises in the world.

Today we operate in most of the world’s countries and are best known by our familiar brand names: Exxon, Esso and Mobil

We make the products that drive modern transportation, power cities, lubricate industry and provide petrochemical building blocks that lead to thousands of consumer goods

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Robin Hawkins

Trinidad Broussard Pamela Skaufel Maria Mavridou

Robin Hawkins

Supplier Diversity Manager

robin.c.hawkins@exxonmobil.com (346) 268 4245

www.corporate.exxonmobil.com

Fluor is a publicly trading professional and technical services company, delivering engineering, procurement, and construction projects around the world for more than 100 years. Fluor’s clients include leaders in energy, chemicals, life sciences, advanced technologies, mining, metals, and infrastructure, as well as government agencies. In 2021, Fluor was ranked 196 on the FORT Fluor’s 44,000 deeply skilled employees bring to the company their commitment to high ethical standards and robust health, safety, and environmental practices.

Clients benefit from Fluor’s innovative, sustainable solutions as well as more than a century of experience on the world’s most challenging projects.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Annie Lidge Melissa Mindieta

Annie Lidge Director, Supplier Diversity

annie.lidge@fluor.com (281) 263 6840

www.fluor.com

The Fort Bend Independent School District’s Small Business Enterprise Program (“SBEP”) provides increased business opportunities for locally certified small businesses to participate in contracting and procurement at the district. FBISD has set an annual SBEP participation goal of twenty five (25%) percent of the dollar amount of all SBEP eligible contracts. FBISD recognizes that individual actual participation may vary based on subcontracting opportunities, availability of small businesses, and price competitiveness.

The SBEP is a goal oriented program, requiring contractors to whom the district awards prime contracts for architectural design services, engineering design services or construction services valued at $50,000 or greater to use, at a minimum, “Good Faith Efforts” to utilize certified small businesses subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants. The SBEP is a race and gender neutral program, open to participation without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, or disability.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Jeanette Boleware

Jeanette Boleware

FBISD Small Business Coordinator jeanette.boleware@fortbendisd.com (281) 327 7697

www.fortbendisd.com/sbep

Houston Community College, Eastside Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship Center is dedicated to providing education, training, and resources for small businesses in our community. The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Center is available to provide the public with services such as consulting and training for small businesses.

Our experienced business advisors can assist you with attracting new customers, increased sales, preparation of loan proposals, and help improve your bottom line. We have a calendar of workshops, trainings, and events that you can choose to participate in for a very low cost.

The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Center can also direct you to entrepreneurship and business classes where you can receive a certificate by completing just 8 courses with Houston Community College. These subjects include Business, Accounting, Marketing, Human Resources, Entrepreneurial Opportunity Analysis and Thinking, and Business Plan Development. These classes are offered for College Credit and some locations offer classes for Continuing Education credit.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Jasmine Minnix

Veronica Douglas

Jasmine Minnix

Procurement Assistant, SBDP

Jasmine.minnix@hccs.edu (713) 718 5901

www.hccs.edu/about hcc/procurement/small business procurement/

At H-E-B, we believe that our suppliers should be as diverse as our customers. We are proud to have a supplier diversity program that ensure we are selling goods and utilizing services from a wide variety of businesses. As a former small business ourselves, we recognize and celebrate the value that small businesses, local businesses, and minority , women , LGBT , veteran , and disabled owned businesses bring to the marketplace.

The diversity program also supports businesses that located in a HUBZone. These businesses must operate and employ individuals residing in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone), as defined by the US Small Business Administration (SBA).

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by James Harris

James Harris

Sr. Director, Diversity & Inclusion and Supplier Diversity

Harris.james@heb.com

(713) 329 3929

www.supplier.heb.com/diversity

HMSDC is a vital link between major corporations and minority business enterprises (MBEs). Each year member corporations have reported billions of dollars spent with council certified Minority Business Enterprises. Serving the Houston region, the council is one of the 23 regional affiliates of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

The Houston Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. (The Council), is a not-profit 501(c)(3) organization, which identifies minority suppliers; certifies bona fide minority business enterprises; and facilitates procurement opportunities between major purchasing entities and council certified minority suppliers. Those supplier groups include Asian, Black, Hispanic, and Native American business located throughout the Texas Gulf Coast area. The council’s membership consists of Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, educational institutions, and non profit organizations.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Selina Gonzalez Latoria Reid

Ingrid M. Robinson President

Ingrid.robinson@hmsdc.org

(713) 271 7805 www.hmsdc.org

Founded in 1998, Houston based ICON Information Consultants has more than 5,000 employees in 50 states and across Canada providing services to a variety of clients, across all industry sectors. The ICON group of companies offers a portfolio of consulting and professional services. Our consultants have unique perspectives on business challenges that allow us to deliver consistent results for managing and deploying technology solutions. ICON is an award winning, women owned and WBENC certified business with over $500 million in annual revenue.

As a certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) in both the U.S. and in Canada, ICON has been recognized as an outstanding, award winning company on a local and national level. ICON has gained its superior reputation by being customer service driven, responsive, thorough, and ethical. We have created a company culture that sets a new standard for customer service and are committed to providing the highest value to both our clients and our consultants through price, performance, and quality. Our Recruiters and Sales Teams are considered experts in their field, providing the highest quality consultants and practical, cost effective staffing solutions. It is our goal to develop lasting relationships with both our clients and our consultants to continue to exceed expectations in a dynamic marketplace.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Pamela O’Rourke

Sherry Malac

Pamela O’Rourke

Founder & CEO

porourke@iconconsultants.com

(713) 438 0919

www.iconconsultants.com

JE Dunn Construction has been a leader in the construction industry since 1924. Founded by John Ernest Dunn, we are a family and employee owned corporation with almost a century of accumulated lessons learned, client satisfaction and cost history that bring value to all our projects.

With 24 office locations, including Austin, Dallas and Houston, and over 3,500 employees nationwide, we continue to grow our local and national presence. We are one of the largest commercial general contractors in the US, specializing in construction management and design build projects of every size and scope.

Our reputation is based on our ability to provide the best possible value to our clients.

Having trusted relationships with our trade partners and clients are key to being an indispensable building partner that deliver results.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Indria Hollingsworth

Indria Hollingsworth

Senior Regional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager

indria.hollingsworth@jedunn.com (214) 389 7531 www.jedunn.com

Lone Star College provides comprehensive educational opportunities and programs to enrich lives. It is a model college recognized for achieving exceptional levels of success in student learning, student completion, gainful employment.

The culture and philosophy of LSC are based on advancing equity and cultivating community. Our priority is establishing alliances that will guarantee the quality of education and the success of our students.

Our program strives to continue to significantly increase the number of minority owned businesses that provide quality goods and services to LSC. Out of approximately 1600 active suppliers, 175 are minority owned businesses. LSC is currently doing business with 41 HUB suppliers. LSC’s spend with minority owned businesses was more than $38 million in the last two years. This represents on average 13% of the total spend (Not including salaries, utilities, or student related expenditures), and an increase in direct spend with minority owned businesses by 2%.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Monica Campana

Monica Campana

Director of Supplier Diversity monica.campana@lonestar.edu (832) 813 6886

www.lonestar.edu/supplier diversity.htm

North Houston Pole Line was founded in 1970 primarily to perform overhead distribution work in Houston, Texas. Since its inception, the company has seen Houston’s utility demands grow and the needs of our valued customers change. Just as those needs have changed and the utility demands have grown, so has North Houston Pole Line’s scope of services. As a result of meeting these demands, the company has grown into one of the largest construction contractors in the Southwest, providing a wide array of services in many rural, urban, and geographical areas. As a Quanta Services, Inc. subsidiary, North Houston Pole Line has the ability to work on virtually any project.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Beverly Sims

Daren Austin Eric Neason

Eric Neason VP, Operations

eric.neason@nhplc.com (713) 333 2179

www.nhplc.com

At Office Depot, our goal is to provide our customers the tools and resources they need to focus on their passion of starting, running and growing their business. To do this effectively, we incorporate our 5C Culture in everything that we do, focusing on Customer, Commitment, Change, Caring and Creativity. Embedded in our 5C Culture is a commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, where all individuals are treated equally, fairly, and respectfully. We’re also committed to supporting diverse suppliers and are proud to offer an exceptional choice of innovative products and services to our customers through our supplier diversity program. Our robust program provides opportunities for small and diverse owned businesses to grow and succeed.

Office Depot® is proud to offer one of the most comprehensive Supplier Diversity programs of its kind, in order to give Diverse Suppliers more opportunities to grow and prosper.

Our program is made up of three dimensions: Tier I, Procurement, and Tier II. We collaborate with our customers and help them meet their supplier diversity goals through our impressive network of diverse supplier partners and vendors.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Carmen Deale

Patricia Clarke Noelle Ordonez

Carmen Deale

Program Manager Supplier Diversity

carmen.deale@officedepot.com (561) 438 7965

www.odpbusiness.com

For more than 100 years, Port Houston has owned and operated the public wharves and terminals along the Houston Ship Channel, including the area’s largest breakbulk facility and two of the most efficient container terminals in the country. Port Houston is the advocate and a strategic leader for the Channel. The Houston Ship Channel complex and its more than 200 public and private terminals, collectively known as the Port of Houston, is the nation’s largest port for waterborne tonnage and an essential economic engine for the Houston region, the state of Texas and the U.S.

The Port of Houston supports the creation of nearly 1.35 million jobs in Texas and 3.2 million jobs nationwide, and economic activity totaling $339 billion in Texas – 20 percent of Texas’ total gross domestic product (GDP) – and $801.9 billion in economic impact across the nation.

Being the largest port on the Gulf Coast and the biggest port in Texas, the Port of Houston has been instrumental in the city of Houston’s development for international trade. It is home to a multi billion petrochemical complex, the largest in the nation and second largest in the world. Carrier services on all major trade lanes link Houston to international markets around the globe. The ship channel also intersects a very busy barge traffic lane, the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Natasha Ainsworth Pedro Garcia

Natasha Ainsworth Certification Generalist

nainsworth@portofhouston.com (713) 670 2418

www.porthouston.com

Our story begins with what it truly means to be a technology innovator. It stems from a common sense of purpose that unites the people of Schlumberger who, representing more than 160 nationalities, provide leading digital solutions and deploy ground breaking technologies to enable performance and sustainability that are crucial for the global energy industry.

With expertise in more than 120 countries, we partner with customers in close collaboration to create industry changing technologies that unlock cleaner, safer access to energy for every community including those we live and work in.

We are industry leaders because of our exceptional and talented people. They are the core that drives our purpose and integrity, which fuel our belief that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their greatest potential. Ever evolving and constantly innovating, we transcend every cultural and technological boundary set before us. Indeed, it is our diversity that makes us stronger. Together, we achieve more.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Sang Truong Athir Rauf

James Isbister Director, Global Categories

jisbister@slb.com (281) 285 8500

www.slb.com

SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, is dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals. Since 1964, we have provided education and mentorship to more than 11 million entrepreneurs.

SCORE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Bus iness Administration (SBA). We remain dedicated to our mission of fostering vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education. These past few months have taken a toll on many of the small businesses and communities we serve. SCORE’s network of 10,000 volunteer men and women stands ready to support the small business owners we serve. Entrepreneurs are, by nature, courageous and resilient.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Willy Verbrugghe

Willy Verbrugghe Chairman

willy.verbrugghe@scorevolunteer.org (713) 487 6565

Shell is an international energy company with expertise in the exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals

We use advanced technologies and take an innovative approach to help build a sustainable energy future. We also invest in power, including from low carbon sources such as wind and solar; and new fuels for transport, such as advanced biofuels and hydrogen.

At Shell, Supplier diversity is a business program that encourages the use of historically underutilized businesses as suppliers. Shell has a strong commitment to its diversity programs and is working to ensure that our supply chain reflects the ethnic and gender make up of the communities in which we work and live.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Jason Peart Nadia Carrasco Tracy Upton Donovan Casanave

Donovan V. Casanave, MBA

Advisor, Supplier Diversity/Diversity Advocacy

donovan.casanave@shell.com (832) 337 6500

www.shell.us/getconnected

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is the environmental agency for the state. We have approximately 2,800 employees, located in our central office in Austin and 16 regional offices around Texas.

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality strives to protect our state's public health and natural resources consistent with sustainable economic development. Our goal is clean air, clean water, and the safe management of waste.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Wendy Cole

Wendy Cole Assistant HUB Coordinator

wendy.cole@tecq.texas.gov (512) 239 1000 www.tceq.texas.gov/

The Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA’s) Statewide Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program provides education and assistance to agency and university HUB Coordinators and purchasers to increase the HUB vendor pool and provide a good faith effort in procurement opportunities. The HUB Program certifies small, minority, woman, and service disabled veteran owned companies as HUBs and provides education and outreach to increase their ability to competitively bid on contract opportunities with state agencies and university procurements. The HUB program establishes statewide HUB goals and compiles agency and university statewide Semi and Annual HUB Expenditure Reports to identifies the entities performance on meeting their HUB goals.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Maya Ingram Lauryn Ott Delina Molina

Maya Ingram

Statewide HUB Program, Manager maya.ingram@cpa.texas.gov (512) 463 5872 www.comptroller.texas.gov/

The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) touches your life almost every day. From the grocery store you visited today to the salsa you’re eating at dinner, TDA was there to help. From the healthy lunches at your child’s school to the scales used to weigh your luggage at the airport, TDA was there, too.

From our role as the state consumer protection agency to administering school lunches and marketing Texas products, the TDA is a diverse and busy place. We work hard every day to serve you

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Jack Hammond

Jack Hammond HUB/MWBE Coordinator

jack.hammond@texasagriculture.gov

(512) 463 5936

www.texasagriculture.gov

The Department of Family and Protective Services is a champion for children, families, and adults who are older or have disabilities. We protect the unprotected.

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works with communities to promote safe and healthy families and protect children and vulnerable adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. We do this through investigations, services and referrals, and prevention programs.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Laura Zarate

Laura Zarate

DFPS HUB Coordinator

laura.zarate@dfps.texas.gov (512) 839 4118

www.dfps.state.tx.us

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is an agency within the Texas Health and Human Services System. In September 2016, Texas began transforming how it delivers health and human services to qualified Texans, with a goal of making the Health and Human Services System more efficient and effective. Sept. 1, 2017, marked another major milestone in this transformation.

Texas Health and Human Services now consists of 2 agencies: the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). HHS is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Milan Kemp Keisha Gash

Milan Kemp

Contract Specialist III milan.kemp@hhs.texas.gov (512) 406 2570

www.hhs.texas.gov/

The mission of the Texas Department of Information Resources is to serve Texas government by leading the state's technology strategy, protecting state technology infrastructure, and offering innovative and cost effective solutions for all levels of government.

The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) delivers technology solutions to state and local government entities. Specifically, DIR is here to: Offer purchasing support and policy insights so organizations across all levels of Texas government can find and securely implement modern technology, Set forth strategic direction for IT statewide through policies and guidance, Analyze cybersecurity risks and solutions, Empower state and local government entities with reliable and secure technology, Assist with technology procurement/purchasing, Collaborate with technology vendors, and Create a dynamic online community for knowledge sharing

The approximately 200 professionals who work at DIR are driven by a sincere desire to make governmental technology more secure, cost effective, and forward looking. We’re honored to serve as the cornerstone of public sector technology in Texas.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Laura Zarate

Laura Zarate HUB Coordinator

laura.zarate@dir.texas.gov (512) 475 4700 www.dir.texas.gov

Kyle Gavit

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) regulates the state’s insurance industry, oversees the administration of the Texas workers’ compensation system, performs the duties of the State Fire Marshal’s Office, and provides administrative support (including procurement) to the Office of Injured Employee Counsel (OIEC) – a separate state agency. TDI’s headquarters is in Austin, Texas and we have over 20 field office locations statewide.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Elizabeth Monahan

Tricia Schulze

Tricia Schulze

Manager of Purchasing and Contract Administration

tricia.schulze@tdi.texas.gov (512) 676 6153

www.tdi.texas.gov

TDLR is the primary state agency responsible for licensing and regulating a broad range of occupations, businesses, facilities, and equipment in Texas. Since 1909, we have helped small businesses and consumers by protecting the health and safety of all Texans and ensuring they are served by qualified professionals. Chapter 51 of the Texas Occupations Code establishes TDLR and sets the framework for the agency’s responsibilities. The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation is TDLR’s governing board and policy making body, made up of seven public members appointed by the Governor with the consent of the Texas Senate. By law, no commissioner may have any business interests in a profession regulated by TDLR. The agency and Commission work in partnership with 31 advisory boards composed of dedicated public servants. Board members represent the citizens of Texas and the industries and professions regulated by TDLR.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Brandy Corrales

David Chambers

Brandy Corrales

Director, Financial Services

brandy.corrales@tdlr.texas.gov

(512) 463 3100

www.tdlr.texas.gov

The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation across the state. TxDOT and its 12,000 employees are committed to working with others to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for Texas by maintaining a safe system, addressing congestion, connecting Texas communities, and being a Best in Class state agency.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Sienna Jennings

Sierra Jennings, MBA

Administration and Program Support Section Director

sierra.jennings@txdot.gov (512) 305 9509 www.txdot.gov/about/careers

The Texas Military is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department, the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG)

Our Vision

America’s premier state military organization comprised of professional mission ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission

Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Rhonda Gips

Rhonda Gips Manager

rhonda.gips@military.texas.gov (512) 782 6129

www.tmd.texas.gov/home

The Railroad Commission of Texas was established in 1891 under a constitutional and legislative mandate to prevent discrimination in railroad charges and establish reasonable tariffs. It is the oldest regulatory agency in the state and one of the oldest of its kind in the nation. The Railroad Commission of Texas no longer has any jurisdiction or authority over railroads in Texas, a duty which was transferred to other agencies, with the last of the rail functions transferred to the Texas Department of Transportation in 2005.

The Railroad Commission of Texas (Commission) is the state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry, pipeline transporters, natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline industry, natural gas utilities, the LP gas industry, and coal and uranium surface mining operations. The Commission exists under provisions of the Texas Constitution and exercises its statutory responsibilities under state and federal laws for regulation and enforcement of the state’s energy industries. The Commission also has regulatory and enforcement responsibilities under federal law including the Surface Coal Mining Control and Reclamation Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, Pipeline Safety Acts, Resource Conservation Recovery Act, and Clean Water Act

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Theresa Lopez

Theresa Lopez

Director of Operations/HUB Coordinator

theresa.lopez@rrc.texas.gov

(512) 463 6953

www.rrc.texas.gov

Texas State University is a doctoral granting, student centered institution dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, including creative expression, and service. The university strives to create new knowledge, to embrace a diversity of people and ideas, to foster cultural and economic development, and to prepare its graduates to participate fully and freely as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

The Procurement & Strategic Sourcing team has an ongoing responsibility to develop, articulate, and promulgate purchasing policy and to train and provide guidance for all purchases made on behalf of Texas State. Our goal is to provide excellent customer service, guidance, and information regarding basic Purchasing Guidelines as mandated by Federal, State, and University rules and regulations.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Dan Alden

Dan Alden

Director, Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

purchasing@txstate.edu (512) 245 2521

www.txst.edu/procurement/

The mission of the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is to lead the state's efforts in ensuring a secure water future for Texas and its citizens. Our mission is a vital part of Texas' overall vision and the state's mission and goals that relate to maintaining the viability of the state's natural resources, health, and economic development.

To accomplish our goals of planning for the state's water resources and providing affordable water and wastewater services, the TWDB provides water planning, data collection and dissemination, financial assistance, and technical assistance services to the citizens of Texas. The tremendous population growth that the state continues to experience, and the recurrent threat of severe drought only intensify the need for the TWDB to accomplish its goals in an effective and efficient manner.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Serlester Boone

James Gonzalez

Serlester Boone

HUB Vendor Outreach Specialist

Serlester.boone@twdb.texas.gov (512) 463 7847

www.twdb.texas.gov

The Texas A&M University System is committed to providing equal access and opportunity that encourages the development of business in the State of Texas. Our commitment is to serve the State’s Asian Pacific American, Black American, Hispanic American, Native American, American Woman and/or Service Disabled Veteran businesses through the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program as set forth under 24 Texas Administrative Code 20.13.

The Office of HUB & Procurement Programs is a function within the Texas A&M University System Offices. It is responsible for developing System wide HUB policies and regulations, HUB Program strategies, and providing assistance to System members’ HUB Coordinators/Directors to fulfill their obligations in complying with the HUB Program requirements.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Cindy Gillar Cynthia A. Gillar

HUB Coordinator

c-gillar@tamu.edu (979) 845 9010

www.hub.tamu.edu

The General Land Office (GLO) is the oldest state agency in Texas. The GLO was formed to determine who owned what and where after the Texians and Tejanos won independence.

Today the General Land Office manages state lands, operates the Alamo, helps Texans recovering from natural disasters, helps fund Texas public education through the Permanent School Fund, provides benefits to Texas Veterans, and manages the vast Texas coast.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Daphne Grantham Vonda White

Daphne Grantham

Assistant HUB Coordinator

daphne.grantham@glo.texas.gov (512) 463 5194

www.glo.texas.gov

MD Anderson is one of the world’s most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. The institution is part of The University of Texas System and is one of only 51 comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Kevin Scott

Gabriela Zambrano

Gabriela Zambrano, MBA

Associate Director for the HUB program mgzambrano@mdanderson.org (713) 745 8352

www.mdanderson.org/about md anderson/business legal/doing business/vendors and suppliers/hub small business program.html

UT System Office of HUB Programs is responsible for the implementation of the HUB program at UT System Administration and provides functional staff expertise and support to the fourteen campuses as needed. The major focus of the UT System HUB Staff is to increase Hub participation on Office of Capital Projects (OCP) managed major capital construction projects as well as UT System Administration procurement opportunities.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Cynthia Booker

Stephanie Park

Cynthia Booker

HUB Coordinator

cbooker@utsystem.edu (512) 322 3779

www.utsystem.edu/offices/historically underutilized business

Turner’s first job in Texas was in 1919 for Humble Oil (now ExxonMobil). Turner established a full- service office in Houston in 1968. Since then, the company has successfully performed work for the many of the region’s most prominent public institutions and private organizations. We have 150+ dedicated team members in our Houston office.

We know that Texas is like no other, and we value the distinction that the nation’s largest construction management firm is in Texas. While each office is sustained by and reflects its local market, when needed, each can draw upon the resources and leverage of the other offices. Understanding regional construction issues, developing relationships with local clients, architects and subcontractors, mentoring M/WBE partners and being active in local events through Community Affairs are all ways in which we dedicate ourselves to being a trusted, informed resource and a concerned, active community member

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by

Andrew Reno Chris Compton Dion Martin Trevon Heath

Andrew Reno

Community & Citizenship Manager areno@tcco.com (212) 229 6000

www.turnerconstruction.com

At United, we’re committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace and world That includes our network of suppliers. Our Business Diversity Program gives small, diverse owned, and under utilized businesses the chance to supply services and products across our operation. We’re creating more opportunities for: Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SBD), Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Minority , women , veteran and service disabled veteran- or LGBTQ+ owned companies, Business enterprises owned by persons with disabilities, and Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone)

We utilize a robust competitive/total cost of ownership (TCO) bid process to deliver products and services to our customers worldwide. Our TCO process ensures business partners add value to our supply chain. We look for: Quality products and services, best overall value, Reliable delivery, Customer service and effective follow through, Financial stability and Innovation and continuous improvement.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Richard Jones

Rona Fourte

Deon Crayton

Diversity

deon.cratyton@united.com (872) 825 7813

www.united.com/ual/en/us/fly/company/global citizenship/supplier.html

The Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program at the University of Houston (UH) is committed to promoting the inclusion of HUB vendors in university procurements. The HUB Program ensures compliance with state HUB laws, assists UH departments in locating HUB vendors; as well as offering HUBs assistance to facilitate access and contracting opportunities.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Dr. Linelle Clark

Dr. Linelle Clark Director

flclark@central.uh.edu (713) 743 8603

www.uh.edu/office of finance/hub

We are University of Houston Clear Lake, and we have been opening doors for accessible education since 1974. As part of the University of Houston System, we offer more than 90 graduate and undergraduate programs online or face to face at locations in Clear Lake, Pearland and the Texas Medical Center

The University of Houston Clear Lake places its highest priority on serving a diverse body of students in every aspect of their university experience. UHCL’s teacher scholars provide high quality, student centered undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students to thrive in a competitive workplace and to make meaningful contributions to their communities. UHCL fosters critical thinking and lifelong learning through a strong legacy of vibrant community partnerships complementing its historical focus on teaching, research, creative activity, and service.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Debra Carpenter

Debbie Carpenter

Executive Director, Procurement and Payables

carpenter@uhcl.edu (281) 283 2150

www.uhcl.edu/about/administrative offices/procurement contracts/procurement/

A member of the Texas Medical Center since 2010, the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) is a major academic health center dedicated to improving health in Texas and throughout the world through programs of excellence in health sciences education, biomedical research, and advanced patient care.

UTMB Health has a long standing commitment to diversity. In fact, diversity is one of the five core values that form the foundation upon which all our decisions are made.

In support of this core value, the HUB & Federal Small Business Program actively encourages the use of Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and small business concerns (veterans, service-disabled veterans, woman owned, HUB Zone, small, disadvantaged businesses, and small businesses), in securing products and services needed to fulfill UTMB’s education, research, and patient care missions.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Karen Gross

Karen L. Gross, C.P.M., CPPB, CTPM

Supplier Diversity Programs/HUB Coordinator

klgross@utmb.edu (409) 266 1094

www.utmb.edu/supplychain/purchasing/bidops.asp

UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. UTHealth Houston is one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic health center.

As a comprehensive health science university, the mission of UTHealth Houston is to educate health science professionals, discover and translate advances in the biomedical and social sciences, and model the best practices in clinical care and public health.

We pursue this mission in order to advance the quality of human life by enhancing the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease and injury, as well as promoting individual health and community well being.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Keith Williams Eric Williams

Keith Williams

HUB (Supplier Diversity) and Small Business Manager

keith.w.williams@uth.tmc.edu (713) 500 4862 www.uth.edu

Vaughn Construction is the rare combination of a traditional general contractor and a sophisticated construction manager. Not only do we offer a substantial workforce whose craftsmanship and attention to detail are unmatched in the industry, we also utilize the latest construction technologies, such as laser scanning and Building Information Modeling, to deliver your project. Our approach is truly “hands on” – with company owners and principals involved in every project, providing you with personal attention. We focus on the construction process, not just the result, enabling us to deliver the absolute best quality, at the best value to you.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Terry Wilson Janelle Blackwell

Terry Wilson Estimator

twilson@vaughnconstruction.com (713) 243 8300

www.vaughnconstruction.com

Vistra is a leading, integrated Fortune 275 power generation and retail power company generating approximately 39,000 MW in 20 states through natural gas, nuclear, solar and battery energy storage facilities. Vistra operates under four core principles: We do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders.

Vistra Energy has a long standing commitment to the economic development of the communities it serves. The supply chain diversity initiative was founded, and continues to be, based in the strength of this commitment. Endorsed and supported by the highest level of Vistra Energy’ management team, this initiative supports the development and utilization of businesses owned by women and minorities and small businesses. The commitment is about good business. At Vistra Energy, we recognize that a successful, progressive and innovative supply chain diversity Initiative not only enhances the economic development of communities but strengthens Vistra Energy’ competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Heather Herdon Wright Heather Birge

Heather Herndon Wright

Director of Supply Chain Diversity

heather.wright@vistracorp.com

(214) 812 8000

www.vistracorp.com

We’re more than a supplier: we’re a partner that provides a competitive advantage, a partner that can deliver consistent quality and superior service, a partner that fuels innovation to foster real, sustainable growth. We have a long history of entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation. That history includes game changing developments in papermaking, packaging design and retail solutions, as well as strategically building and strengthening our company's capabilities over time. With operations around the world and expertise in every shopping category, we focus on working with brands to help them win across the board by providing an unbeatable portfolio of paper and packaging products. We’re building unbeatable packaging solutions together.

For us, diversity and inclusion are business drivers. It all starts with a diverse employee base operating in an inclusive environment. An environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We strive to create a culture where people of different backgrounds and perspectives not only reflect the global marketplace and our diverse customer base, but also drive business growth and productivity. Diversity and inclusion enhance our interactions with customers, co workers, and suppliers. It gives us broader market knowledge and a better understanding of customer and consumer preferences. More than that, it drives higher levels of performance, engagement, and contribution by our co workers. Put simply, diversity and inclusion allow us to be better prepared to serve our markets and increases our ability to solve our customers’ challenges

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by David Thomas

Keith Eakins Keith Eakins

Director, Global Supplier Diversity keith.eakins@westrock.com (470) 233 2135 www.westrock.com

We aim to thrive through the global energy transition with a low cost, lower carbon, profitable, resilient, and diversified portfolio. Our recently expanded global portfolio includes quality oil and gas assets and interests in Australia, Gulf of Mexico, Trinidad and Tobago, Senegal, Timor Leste, Canada, Barbados. Our focus in operations remains on safety, reliability, efficiency, and environmental performance, leveraging more than 35 years of operating experience. We have growth opportunities across our three pillars of gas, oil and new energy.

We are inspired by our common purpose. We challenge, respect, and back each other. We are inclusive, value diversity and can be ourselves.

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Nicole Stockenberger Camilla Jones

Nicole Stockenberger, MBA, PMP

Manager & DEI Supply Chain Sustainability Lead nicole.stockenberger@woodside.com (713) 961 8500

www.woodside.com

World Wide Technology (WWT), the largest black owned firm in the US, is a $13 billion global technology provider and systems integrator that technology products and services to large public and private organizations. WWT’s focus areas include infrastructure modernization, digital strategy, security transformation and multi cloud architecture.

Customers have hands on access to cutting edge data center, networking, security, and collaboration products through the WWT Advanced Technology Center; technical expertise from an expansive team of engineering resources; and accelerated global product delivery, powered by a sophisticated supply chain management infrastructure.

Shay Gillespie

Global Enterprise Sales, Business Development Manager shay.gillespie@wwt.com (314) 603 0494

Booth will be staffed throughout the EXPO by Shay Gillespie

Thank You To Our Sponsors & Exhibitors

LET EVERY OPPORTUNITY BE THE FUEL FOR GREAT IDEAS

Most great businesses became great by learning to recognize and seize opportunities to prove innovative skills to clients.

In fact, MBEs who excel in supplier development programs are those who learn that an opportunity serves you best when you’re prepared and looking for it.

We welcome interaction with suppliers who anticipate and prepare for changes in our industry, because the best thing about opportunity is a quick and successful response.

www.shell.us/getconnected

Providing energy for the world while staying committed to our values.

ConocoPhillips is proud to be an industry leader in finding and producing the oil and gas the world needs. At the foundation of our work is the commitment we have to our SPIRIT Values Safety, People, Integrity, Responsibility, Innovation and Teamwork.

To learn more, visit www.conocophillips.com

We value what each diverse supplier brings to the table.

Diversity. Powering much more than the grid.

We are all a part of the circuit that powers life, community, industry, and each other.

Entergy believes in the circuit. Diversity is an integral part of the circuit and diverse organizations create dimension and perform better. A committed Supplier Diversity Program helps our company reflect the diversity of our employees, communities, and the industries we serve. We’re all in the circuit together. And together we power life. Please visit us at entergy.com/supplierdiversity.

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