
Episode 30: Supplier Diversity for Economic Empowerment
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Sustainability is about making positive impacts on the economy and society. One way businesses can do this is in the way they source goods and services. These investments can make a big difference for local economies and present great potential to create inclusive economic growth.
In the next episode of Sustainability Leaders, Michael Torrance talks to Eric Smith, Vice-Chair, BMO Harris Bank, and Christine Canning, Managing Director of Supplier Relationship Management at BMO, about the importance and benefits of sourcing from minority-owned businesses. They’ll offer tips on how businesses can create a successful framework for sourcing from minority-owned firms, who should be at the table when you’re developing a strategy and how to measure success.
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Episode 30: Supplier Diversity for Economic Empowerment
Chief Sustainability Officer
Michael Torrance is Chief Sustainability Officer of BMO Financial Group and is passionate about sustainability, especially as it pertains to corporate governance ...
Michael Torrance is Chief Sustainability Officer of BMO Financial Group and is passionate about sustainability, especially as it pertains to corporate governance ...
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Sustainability is about making positive impacts on the economy and society. One way businesses can do this is in the way they source goods and services. These investments can make a big difference for local economies and present great potential to create inclusive economic growth.
In the next episode of Sustainability Leaders, Michael Torrance talks to Eric Smith, Vice-Chair, BMO Harris Bank, and Christine Canning, Managing Director of Supplier Relationship Management at BMO, about the importance and benefits of sourcing from minority-owned businesses. They’ll offer tips on how businesses can create a successful framework for sourcing from minority-owned firms, who should be at the table when you’re developing a strategy and how to measure success.
Like what you hear? Subscribe today: Apple Podcasts, Google podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify
Visit bmo.com/sustainabilityleaders-podcast for more information about the podcast
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