On August 28, the Office of Equity Community and Human Rights participated in the 2nd annual Diverse Business Opportunity Fair hosted by the University of Illinois Office of Procurement Diversity. The day included a “leveraging relationships” Illinois leadership panel, vendor fair, and networking reception. Staff provided information on the Champaign Diversity Advancement Program (CDAP) to minority- and women-owned businesses, along with information to other state agencies on the CDAP policy. The event was held at the I Hotel.
(L to R) Mary Catherine Roberson, ECHO; Council Member Will Kyles; Rachel Joy, ECHO
(L to R) Mary Catherine Roberson, ECHO; Marlon Mitchell, First Followers; Rachel Joy, ECHO