As part of its ongoing initiative for supplier diversity, Meijer is hosting a one-day Black Business Month Summit.
The event is designed to generate opportunities and establish connections between Black business owners and Meijer merchants. Organized by the retailer’s supplier diversity team, the Summit will be held Aug. 16 at Meijer’s corporate headquarters in Grand Rapids.
"In celebration of Black Business Month this August, the Summit is aimed to highlight the achievements, contributions, and economic impact made by Black entrepreneurs and business owners," said Carla Hendon, director of supplier diversity at Meijer. "This event also gives Black-owned businesses the opportunity to demonstrate the quality, uniqueness, and value of their products directly to our buyers."
Participating Black vendors can expect a virtual mentorship preparation call on July 17, which will provide insights and guidance on how to effectively prepare for the event, and an in-person booth display exhibit for their business during the summit.
They will also have allotted time to meet one-on-one with Meijer merchants to pitch products, address questions and receive direct feedback.
The Summit is open to all potential and existing U.S. vendors, as well as growing vendors looking to expand their brand into larger Meijer stores.
The privately-owned and family-operated Meijer operates more than 500 supercenters, neighborhood markets and Express locations throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin.