16 | June 2023
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The UH HUB Operations Department Continues to Evolve to Promote Inclusion & Effectively Serve HUBs
Dr. Linelle Clark, Director HUB Operations
By Subcontractors USA News Provider
he University of Houston (UH) HUB Operations Department (HOD) continues its strong commitment to the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) community by taking action through effective programs and other initiatives to promote the inclusion of HUB vendors in university procurements. Leading UH’s HUB Operations is Director Dr. Linelle Clark. Dr. Clark and her team ensure the HUB Program remains compliant with state HUB laws, assist UH departments in locating HUB vendors, and offer HUBs assistance to facilitate access and contracting opportunities. One of the top reasons why the UH HOD stands out among other HUB programs is the attitude to continuously improve. This mindset starts at the top with Dr. Clark and is in the heart of the entire team to successfully connect HUBs with UH for lucrative opportunities to drive the small business community’s growth and development.
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There is always room for improvement. Our team has an ever-learning approach to help us meet and exceed the university’s HUB goals. Though the HOD is recognized and award-winning, we are never complacent but know that to keep this program results-driven, strategic, and effective for HUBs, we must have a mentality to always improve. This can only be accomplished if we listen, learn, and respond to our HUB community,
Listening, Learning & Responding to the HUB Community
says Dr. Clark. This standard of excellence in identifying areas where new strategies can be implemented drives the department’s programs and successes to increase procurement opportunities for HUBs. UH is committed to acting affirmatively to increase HUB participation including departments purchasing from statefully certified HUBs whenever possible irrespective of the funding source or dollar level of purchases in accordance with the UH System’s (UHS) purchasing guidelines.
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UH’s approach to meeting or exceeding the state’s HUB goals includes the following strategies: • Familiarizing HUBs with the procurement process and expanding the number of suppliers and contractors through outreach events and partnerships. • Creating new business opportunities along with supporting the growth and development of HUBs through partnerships, classes, and educational programs. • Heighten awareness throughout UHS of HUB capabilities through a database of HUB profiles, forums, fairs, and other events. • Improvement of business conditions encountered by HUBs through events and partnerships.