Humana Named “Best-of-the-Best” Company for Supplier Diversity by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce
24 Octobre 2024 - 5:52PM
Business Wire
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) has been recognized by the National LGBT
Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) and the National Business Inclusion
Consortium’s (NBIC) as a “Best-of-the-Best” Corporation for
Inclusion for its supplier diversity initiatives, and Humana’s
Procurement Director Holli Turner has also been named Supplier
Diversity Advocate of the Year by the organization.
The NGLCC is the business voice of the LGBT community and
exclusive certification body for LGBT-owned businesses. Recognizing
the opportunity to support a broad range of diverse identities, the
organization collaborated on the creation of the National Business
Inclusion Consortium (NBIC), whose members include national and
international organizations focused on advancing inclusive business
practices.
Companies recognized on the “Best-of-the-Best” list demonstrate
industry-leading work initiatives and outcomes in support of
diverse suppliers. Humana’s commitment to building and maintaining
a diverse supplier network is guided by the company’s understanding
that a diverse supplier network is critical to innovation, growth
and sustainability. Humana’s supplier diversity initiatives,
including the Mentor-Protégé Program, support the growth and
development of businesses that reflect the diversity of the
members, patients and employees the company serves. This in turn,
allows Humana to improve health outcomes and helps everyone achieve
their best health.
Holli Turner was named the 2024 NGLCC Supplier Diversity
Advocate of the Year Award for her leadership in diversifying
Humana’s supplier base to better reflect the members, patients and
communities Humana serves. In response to the recognition she
shared, “It’s an honor to be recognized for our efforts to support
the growth and success of diverse-owned businesses. Increased
diversity in our supplier base supports innovation, improves
community-level economic growth, and helps us deliver high quality
care for the members and patients we serve.”
NGLCC Co-Founder & President Justin Nelson stated, “These
Best-of-the-Best companies set a high standard for ensuring
inclusion is ingrained in every aspect of their business—from their
internal practices to how they engage with suppliers and customers.
Their ongoing commitment shows that diversity isn’t just a goal;
it’s an essential driver of innovation and success. We’re proud to
recognize these outstanding organizations that lead the way in
fostering opportunities for all diverse communities.”
Please visit Humana’s supplier diversity page to learn more
about the company’s commitment to procurement practices that ensure
an equitable investment and balance of partnerships with
historically underutilized businesses.
About Humana
Humana Inc. is committed to putting health first – for our
teammates, our customers, and our company. Through our
Humana insurance services, and our CenterWell health
care services, we make it easier for the millions of people we
serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and
service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to
a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid,
families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities
at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at
CenterWell.com.
About NGLCC
The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce is the business voice of
the LGBT community and the largest global organization dedicated to
expanding economic opportunities for LGBTQ people. NGLCC is the
exclusive certification body for LGBTQ-owned businesses. For more
information, visit NGLCC's website.
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Jasmine Weatherby Humana Corporate Communications Email:
jweatherby@humana.com
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