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Tina Freese Decker

President & CEO

“A key component of Corewell Health’s Sustainability Pledge is a commitment to partnering with diverse and women owned suppliers. We understand the significant impact that suppliers have on the economic viability and health of the communities we serve. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of everything we do to achieve our vision: a future where health is simple, affordable, equitable and exceptional.”

Carlos Cubia

Chief Inclusion, Equity, Diversity and Sustainability Officer

“Corewell Health is committed to supplier diversity by maximizing procurement opportunities and proactively engaging and building partnerships with diverse suppliers and vendors.”

Our commitment to diversity

As an anchor institution imbedded in our communities, we understand the impact of our purchasing practices. We are committed to building a comprehensive and innovative supplier diversity program that aligns with our mission, vision, and values. In an effort to improve the economic health of the communities we serve, a formal goal has been set to double our 2020 spend with certified women and minority owned businesses by 2025. 

At Corewell Health, a diverse-owned supplier is defined as a for-profit business that is at least 51% owned, managed, and operated by women, individuals with disabilities, those who identify as LGBTQIA, veterans and protected minorities: Asian-Indian, Asian-Pacific, African American, Hispanic or Native American.

To be considered a diverse supplier at Corewell Health, two requirements must be met: 

1) Your organization identifies with one of the below demographics

Minority-Owned Enterprise (MBE) that is at least 51 percent owned, controlled, operated, and managed by members of an ethnic/racial minority group as recognized by the federal government
Women-Owned Enterprise (WBE) that is at least 51 percent owned, controlled, operated, and managed by one or more women
Veteran-Owned Enterprise (VBE) that is at least 51 percent owned, controlled, operated, and managed by U.S. Military Service Veterans
Business Enterprise that is at least 51 percent owned, controlled, operated and managed by individuals with disabilities (DBE)
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender - Owned Enterprise (LGBTBE) that is at least 51 percent owned, controlled, operated, and managed by members of the LGBTQIA community

2) You can provide proof of certification via a reputable third-party certification agency. Agencies recognized by Corewell Health include, but are not limited to, the following:

National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) or a regional affiliate council 
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) or a regional affiliate council 
National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC)
Disability: IN
National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) or a regional affiliate council 
Various state or local government agencies, Small Business Administration, or chambers of commerce

As we continue to mature our supplier diversity program in pursuit of achieving our goals, additional requirements will be expected of our existing supply base. Beginning in 2022, we will require our top 20 tier-I suppliers to submit their tier-II MWBE spend data. In the future, this request may become more extensive to our broader supplier base. Together, we can improve the economic health of our community. 

For additional information, please reach out to your dedicated sourcing specialist.