March 2020 Luncheon Speaker: Jose Gabriel Espinoza, Supplier Diversity Program Manager at California Water Service

For the March luncheon, we are excited to feature as our main speaker - Jose Gabriel Espinoza, Supplier Diversity Program Manager at California Water Service.

Jose Gabriel is responsible for California Water Service's supplier diversity goal. That is, 21.5% of all procurement sourced from minority-, woman-, disabled veterans-, and LGBT-owned businesses. He holds certificates in Public Leadership - Harvard Kennedy School, Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator - California State Water Resources Control Board, and Global Logistics - Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences. Previously, a buyer in the Marine Corps, he supported military exercises in Okinawa as well as diplomatic activities in Nouakchott, Valletta, Tel Aviv, and Frankfurt. Jose is fluent in French and Spanish.

His topic of the presentation is - Which supplier diversity activities (outreach events, internal policies, etc.) truly advance suppliers?

Join Jose Espinoza, as he reviews a data-driven program: the importance of measuring impact, top-five activities; shares tips for managers, advocacy organizations, and diverse suppliers. He'll conclude with how to implement a similar approach.

Don't miss this event, register early to reserve your spot.