Navigating Diverse Suppliers in the Built Environment with Turner Construction

Attendees of this session will come away equipped to:

1. Analyze the Impact of Supplier Diversity on Project Resilience and Equity: Define the role of supplier diversity in the built environment and evaluate how inclusive procurement strategies contribute to the “Social Equity” pillars of green building rating systems like LEED and WELL.
2. Evaluate Mentorship Frameworks for Scaling M/W/DBE Participation: Examine the structure of established programs, such as the Turner School of Construction Management, to identify how formal mentorship and technical training overcome systemic barriers for Minority, Women, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (M/W/DBEs).
3. Implement Integrated Procurement Strategies in Construction Management: Learn how to integrate diversity goals into the traditional project delivery lifecycle—from pre-construction to closeout—ensuring that equity benchmarks are met without compromising project timelines or safety standards.
4. Assess the Economic and Community Benefits of Diverse Contracting: Analyze real-world outcomes and success stories to understand how intentional supplier mentorship programs strengthen the local sub-contracting market and foster long-term community economic stability.