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Travis Spencer, Head of Supplier Diversity & Inclusion, Ford Motor Company

The initial goal of every entrepreneur, inventor, or business owner is to sell their product or service and generate revenue. Business owners who play the long game have the desire to grow and scale and maybe even sell. A pitch deck that paints a visual story of your business is necessary to do this. Dive into our expert series on what to do and not do when creating a pitch deck and how to leverage it to spur business growth. #MBE #SupplierDiversity #PitchDeck #MBEGrowth #ScalingABusiness

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Art Mcclellan, Director of Supplier Diversity and Development, Lear Corporation

Supplier diversity is the practice of intentionally seeking out and engaging with businesses owned by historically underrepresented and disadvantaged groups. Our expert, Art McClellan, shares how this tool is used for advancing economic inclusion and creating opportunities for diverse-owned businesses to compete in the marketplace and how actively seeking out and engaging with diverse suppliers can foster new relationships, create economic opportunities, and help to create a more equitable and diverse business environment. #MBE #SupplierDiversity #PitchDeck #MBEGrowth #ScalingABusiness

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Jacquie Munson-Gaines, President and CEO of JMG Connects, LLC 

Leveraging networking is about growing your business to make meaningful connections with potential customers and partners. Jacquie Munson-Gaines debunks the myth that networking is simply about meeting people and exchanging business cards. Companies and organizations that recognize the power of building social capital have tapped into the power of creating professional relationships to foster mutual benefit.  #Networking #EffectiveNetworking #RelationshipManagement #GrowthStrategies #SocialCapital

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Teresa LeFevre, Vice President of Supplier Diversity, Comerica Bank

Staying current on the latest trends and developments is essential to thriving in your respective industry. Staying knowledgeable and informed will help you to respond effectively to market changes and stay ahead of the competition. Additionally, networking is vital. Connecting with other professionals in your field can open opportunities and provide valuable feedback on your work. Our expert and longtime partner, Teresa, provide her foolproof tips and experience based on how your organization can thrive. #MarketTrends #Competition #MarketAnalysis #Networking #Benchmarking

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Marvin Figaro, Manager, Talent Diversity & Sourcing, Kelly Services

Talent retention is an important part of any business’ success. It involves creating an environment that encourages employees to develop and grow in their roles, as well as recognizing and rewarding their efforts. Marvin provides insight on how you can achieve successful talent retention, create a positive work culture, provide adequate training and development opportunities, offer competitive wages and benefits, and foster a positive work-life balance in your organization. #Workforce #Talent #Organizations #Leadership #SkillDevelopment #TalentRetention #WorkCulture

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Teri Braddock, Head of Certification and MBE Services, MMDSC

Workforce development is an integral part of any organization’s success. It involves training and developing employees to help them reach their highest potential. This can include training on new skills, developing leadership abilities, and offering opportunities to learn about new technologies. Listen as MMSDC’s Workforce Development leader, Teri, offers workforce development strategies your organization can implement to ensure employees are prepared to take on new challenges and contribute to the organization’s success. #WorkforceDevelopment #Talent #Organizations #Leadership #SkillDevelopment

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