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Early Bird Registration is Now Open! Supplier Diversity Conference 2025

icovarrubias@hasc.org on April 9, 2025

We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 Supplier Diversity in Health Care Conference, happening on October 2, 2025, at the California Endowment in Downtown Los Angeles!

Now in its third year, this unique, regionally focused event brings together hospitals, clinics, diverse vendors, and economic development partners to advance inclusive procurement and build a stronger, more equitable health care supply chain.

This Year’s Theme: From Commitment to Impact

Together we’ll explore what meaningful impact looks like, share strategies, and strengthen partnerships that move the work forward.

Register Now and Save!

Enjoy a special Early Bird Discount with code EB25SDC when you register by May 31, 2025, 11:59PM. Visit our landing page for event details and sponsorship information! We can’t wait to see you there and continue building collaborative impact across Southern California.

October 2, 2025 – Save the Date! Supplier Diversity Conference

icovarrubias@hasc.org on February 24, 2025

We’re excited to announce that the next Supplier Diversity in Health Care Conference will take place on Thursday, October 2, 2025! Mark your calendar now for this impactful day of collaboration, learning, and networking focused on advancing supplier diversity and creating lasting community impact.

Join Us in 2025!

Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025

Location: The California Endowment | 1000 Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Time: Full Agenda to Follow

Building on the success of our previous conferences, this year’s event will feature:

Engaging keynotes and panel discussions from industry leaders.
Practical workshops to equip you with actionable strategies.
Networking opportunities with vendors and health care partners.

More details, including registration information and the full agenda, will be shared in the coming months. In the meantime, we encourage you to save the date and spread the word within your networks!

For questions or early inquiries, please feel free to contact us at clc@hasc.org.

We look forward to seeing you there and continuing our shared work to drive economic impact through supplier diversity.

September 26, 2024 – Building Bridges: Advancing Supplier Diversity Healthcare Conference

icovarrubias@hasc.org on May 29, 2024

Last Year, we hosted our inaugural 2023 Hospital Supplier Diversity Conference, which was an incredible success! With over 100 attendees, we fostered meaningful connections and shared innovative strategies to advance supplier diversity. Inspirational speakers, engaging panel sessions, and a vibrant marketplace of ideas left everyone energized. We witnessed the power of connection and heard stories of success for diverse businesses in establishing hospital contracts.

Join Us in 2024!

This year, we’re taking it to the next level.

Communities Lifting Communities is thrilled to announce its fall hospital supplier diversity conference, Building Bridges: Advancing Supplier Diversity in Health Care.

September 26, 2024
09:00 am – 4:30 pm

Quiet Cannon
901 Via San Clemente
Montebello, CA 90640

As an advocate for diversity and inclusivity, CLC aims to build bridges among industry, hospital procurement, and supply chain professionals. In this way, diverse suppliers and economic development organizations can come together to explore partnership opportunities, share best practices, and collectively advance diversity inclusion in healthcare procurement.

Be part of a community dedicated to expanding horizons, creating new partnerships, and building bridges that span industries and communities. The 2024 Supplier Diversity Conference is your chance to connect, learn, and grow!

Engage in panel discussions with industry experts on topics such as supplier diversity initiatives, overcoming challenges in procurement, and fostering sustainable partnerships.
Participate in interactive workshops designed to equip attendees with practical strategies for enhancing supplier diversity within their organizations.
Network with peers, potential partners, and industry leaders to exchange ideas, forge connections, and explore opportunities for collaboration and growth.

Whether you’re a supplier, hospital executive, entrepreneur, or diversity advocate, the 2024 Supplier Diversity Conference offers invaluable opportunities.