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performance in the program. We also recognize the best sponsors who actively engage with the supplier and our team, and actively advocate
for their supplier. One Cisco sponsor was recently quoted as saying “this program is ahead of its time.”
Company Profile: Our Supplier Diversity program is forward-looking – we continue to push the needle forward with:
• We make ongoing effort to both solicit and share best practices and industry benchmarks
• Global Procurement Services owning one of Cisco’s key Social Justice Actions
• Expanding our Supplier Diversity and Sponsorship programs outside the US – to India and the UK

2027-w1orEd Chxallcengee Vlidleeo nce in Supplier Diversity Award Winners

The Guardian Award Scott A. Vowels, Apple Inc.

Scott A. Vowels is part of the Supplier Diversity Team at Apple Inc. and author of the highly successful book “Hacking
Supplier Diversity.” He is a recognized thought leader and expert in the field of supplier diversity. His experience
comprises over 20 years in procurement and 10 years in supplier diversity.

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Top Three Values: Faith, Family, Legacy

The Kathleen Trimble Legend Award Joan Kerr

Joan Kerr is the former Director of Supply Chain Responsibility (Supplier Diversity, Sustainability, and Ethics) for
Pacific Gas and Electric Company. She joined the company in 2009, and under her leadership PG&E more than tripled
its annual spend with diverse business enterprises, exceeding $2 billion and 40 percent of total procurement spend
since 2013. Her service included Board service for the California Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce, National
Utilities Diversity Council, National Minority Supplier Development Council, WBENC’s Encore Committee, NGLCC
Corporate and Procurement Councils, and WRMSDC just to name a few.

Top Three Values: Family, Honesty, & Sustainability

The President’s Award Richard Chacon, MUFG Union Bank, N.A.

Richard Chacon is the Director of Supplier Diversity & Development, and Community Development for MUFG Union
Bank, N.A. He joined Union Bank in 1998 and has been the driving force behind an increase in DBE spend from $26MM
in 1998 to $250MM in 2020. As head of community development, he helps meet the needs of the nonprofit
community, directs activities that support brand enrichment, reputation management, regulatory requirements, and
manages relationships with government officials. Richard served 10 years in the U.S. Army, and 13 years with Pacific
Bell.

Top Three Values: Ethical behavior, Inclusion, Engagement
Legacy: “Created a safe environment”
Challenges Faced: I'm perceived to be an extrovert when in fact I am an introvert. At the same time, I love interacting with people and use
my humor to help overcome the situation.
Fun Fact: I am a twin

The Unsung Hero Award Joe Coe, Boyd Gaming Corporation

Joe Coe is the Director Diversity at Boyd Gaming Corporation headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. Boyd Gaming
Corporation is one of the largest and most successful casino entertainment companies in the United States. Boyd
Gaming currently owns and operates 28 gaming properties in 10 states – Nevada, New Jersey, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,
Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. With reporting responsibilities to both the Vice President of
Human Resources and the Chief Diversity Officer, Joe leads Boyd Gaming diversity & inclusion and supply chain
initiatives.

Top Three Values: My Family, My God, My Profession
Legacy: Joe lived his best life
Challenges Faced: Saying goodbye--with the loss of a family member or friend, I'm reminded of the positive impacts they made on me. I must
continue to carry my torch with the learning I've gained for them.
What We Know: I really am a compassionate person

The Unsung Hero Award Edna Zapata-Fuller, State Compensation Insurance Fund

Edna Zapata-Fuller has been in her role as Supplier Diversity Manager since 2016. She joined State Compensation
Insurance Fund 30 years ago and started her procurement career in 1999. With over 17 years of Procurement and
Contracting experience, Edna believes that her Procurement background plus the support she gets from her senior
leaders helps her accomplish and exceed their Supplier Diversity spend goal year after year. As a former small business
owner, she relates to the many unique challenges diverse suppliers face.

Top Three Values: Loyalty, Trustworthiness, Faith

Legacy: Someone who truly cares, is passionate about life, and wh4o 9finds blessings in the good, the bad, and the ugly.





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Human Resources and the Chief Diversity Officer, Joe leads Boyd Gaming diversity & inclusion and supply chain
initiatives.

Top Three Values: My Family, My God, My Profession
Legacy: Joe lived his best life
Challenges Faced: Saying goodbye--with the loss of a family member or friend, I'm reminded of the positive impacts they made on me. I must
continue to carry my torch with the learning I've gained for them.

2021 Excellence in SupplierWhat We Know: I really am a compassionate person Diversity Award Winners

The Unsung Hero Award Edna Zapata-Fuller, State Compensation Insurance Fund

Edna Zapata-Fuller has been in her role as Supplier Diversity Manager since 2016. She joined State Compensation
Insurance Fund 30 years ago and started her procurement career in 1999. With over 17 years of Procurement and
Contracting experience, Edna believes that her Procurement background plus the support she gets from her senior
leaders helps her accomplish and exceed their Supplier Diversity spend goal year after year. As a former small business
owner, she relates to the many unique challenges diverse suppliers face.

Top Three Values: Loyalty, Trustworthiness, Faith
Legacy: Someone who truly cares, is passionate about life, and who finds blessings in the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Challenges Faced: - Unconscious Bias: it helps to have an enterprise-wide training around unconscious bias, but it's an issue I face with
some of our internal stakeholders. I made sure to be in every sourcing kickoff meeting where I can pitch the importance of our diverse
suppliers not just to our bottom line but also to the community we served.
- Corporate Readiness: I provide feedback and coaching as needed. Often our internal stakeholders have different requirement and industry
certifications they are looking for.
- Self-classified: Providing suppliers materials on why certification is encouraged if they need to succeed. Through our annual Supplier
Diversity Summit we tried to convey the importance of certification through the workshops we host.
Fun Fact: I tend to snort when I laugh

The Warrior Award Telma Lopez, Southwest Gas Corporation

Telma Lopez is the Manager of Diversity Programs for Southwest Gas Corporation. In her position, Telma is part of a
team that oversees the company’s Diversity & Inclusion efforts and Supplier Diversity activities in Nevada, California,
and Arizona. Telma joined Southwest in 1996 and has previously served in various positions within the organization,
including in the Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, and Public Affairs teams.In addition to her work at Southwest, Telma
serves on the advisory board for CPLC Nevada and volunteers with local nonprofits in her community.

Top Three Values: Family, Faith & Fortitude
Legacy: I would like people to remember the love I have for my family and community and that I honored the sacrifices made by those who
came before me.
Challenges Faced: I'm no stranger to adversity and have faced many challenges in my life. For me, a challenge is also an opportunity to learn
and grow. I believe that with courage, determination, hard work, empathy and kindness, you can get through anything!
Fun Fact: I love to watch the night sky!

All Money is Green Award EverHive Corporation

Company Owners: Brandon Moreno is a distinguished Human Resources and Contingent
Workforce executive with 20 years of achievements leading and developing entrepreneurial and
global teams in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. He is a pioneer on developing and implementing
leading edge contingent workforce strategies, technologies, and tools that connect the right
talent to the right organization. He previously held leadership roles at Herbalife International,
Sony, Anakam (now Equifax), ARINC (now Rockwell Collins and Booz Allen Hamilton) and other Fortune 100
companies.

Company Profiles: EverHive specializes in provided enterprises who utilize contingent workers (temp/gig workers) customized strategic
solutions to gain visibility, reduce cost, and improve compliance. EverHive solutions include transparent payrolling for directly sourced
workers, consulting, and full service Managed Service Provider (MSP).

Fun Fact: When coming up with our name, I wanted something with "Hive." We're in the people business, so productivity is key. Then after
about 2 pages of name ideas, "Ever" came to mind. So our company means "Always Productive."

Company Keywords: Contingent Workforce, VMS, Talent Acquisition, Employer of Record

Message to Community: Every obstacle brings an opportunity. Like an arrow on its way to the bullseye, it may take all sorts of directions to
get to the target. Stay the course, pivot as necessary, be agile, and foster an environment of true transparency. When you do, there is
nothing outside your reach to achieve your business objectives.

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Buyer of the Year Award Paul Metivier, Cisco5S3ystems, Inc.











Fun Fact: When coming up with our name, I wanted something with "Hive." We're in the people business, so productivity is key. Then after
about 2 pages of name ideas, "Ever" came to mind. So our company means "Always Productive."

Company Keywords: Contingent Workforce, VMS, Talent Acquisition, Employer of Record

Message to Community: Every obstacle brings an opportunity. Like an arrow on its way to the bullseye, it may take all sorts of directions to
get to the target. Stay the course, pivot as necessary, be agile, and foster an environment of true transparency. When you do, there is
nothing outside your reach to achieve your business objectives.

2021 Excellence7-word Challenge Video in Supplier Diversity Award Winners

Buyer of the Year Award Paul Metivier, Cisco Systems, Inc.

Bio: Paul Metivier is an accomplished procurement leader in the high tech industry. Strategic initiatives have
included the development of multiple high performance global teams and cross-functional playbook development
for acquisition integration for both Nortel and Cisco. He possesses specific expertise in supply management,
sourcing, contract manufacturing, cost reduction, supply chain operations, ERP, process improvement, change
management and specialized tool development.

Company Profiles: Cisco is the worldwide technology leader that has been making the Internet work since 1984.
Our people, products, and partners help society securely connect and seize tomorrow’s digital opportunity today.

Fun Fact: Paul is an avid outdoorsman and a loving grandpa.

Cornerstone of the Year Award Trident Consulting

Company Owners: As CEO of Trident Consulting, Shabana Siraj works hard and plays equally
hard. Shabana doesn’t put much stock in luck or chance. What she believes in is hard work and
that it will get her everywhere. She instills that into every last member of her team. She is a
woman on a mission. She has a two-point agenda that she would continue to pursue. She
#ChoosetoChallenge stereotypes of women in the workplace and empower them to fill positions
of power. She's personally experienced the domino effect. Her experience has shown her that it’s
women who have the power to empower other women. She also reflects on those who have been hit by the
pandemic, and pledges to pave their path back into the workforce.

Company Profiles: Trident's core competency surrounds finding the ideal candidate for client’s niche, and hard-to-fill positions. Trident has
also recently been ranked #180 on Inc. 5000's 2021 fastest-growing private companies in California; and we're not done yet! Here are
Tridents top 2 core competencies: - Niche/Hard-to-fill skills: We successfully service our clients' hard-to-find requirements with our
dedicated team of 80+ recruiters along utilizing latest technology enabled ATS that makes it seamless to constantly deliver. - Accelerating
clients D&I goals: We help clients fulfill their demand for diverse talent by finding professionals that meet criteria, including but not limited
to gender and ethnicity.

Fun Fact: TRIDENT' has 7 letters just like 'SHABANA' and 'SUCCESS'

Company Keywords:

Message to Community: The pandemic has brought seemingly insurmountable challenges to people across the world. But the optimist in me
sees a bright side to it too. It has brought us closer, and has taught us that working together regardless of race, ethnicity, community or
color, makes us incredibly strong. I believe that even as we maintain healthy competition, we should support each other, and bring our
combined forces to beat this unforeseen disaster. Together we can, and we will.

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Executive of the Year Award Julius Robinson, MUFG Union Bank, N.A.

Bio: Julius Robinson is Head of CSR for the Americas at MUFG Union Bank. As part of his responsibilities, he leads
the bank’s Supplier Diversity efforts across the enterprise. To this end, Julius invests his time in a multitude of
community economic educational organizations – both regionally and at the national level.

Company Profiles: Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is one of the world's leading financial groups. With
approximately 360 years of history, MUFG's global network has about 2,700 offices in over 50 markets with over
180,000 employees. As part of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. MUFG Union Bank Americas is 13,000
colleagues strong connected by a commitment to inspire each other and propel a better financial future for our
customers, community, and industry. We believe that by living our values, we’ll achieve a balance of size, success, and stability. And we’ll
positively impact every individual, organization, and community we touch. With every action, we foster long-term relationships built on
honesty, mutual understanding, and a passion for doing right. At every step, we embrace inclusion and diversity, in people and in thought. We
inspire the best in each other and welcome new ideas and new thinking.

Fun Fact: Julius has an affinity and has developed a knack for cooking - experimenting with different flavors, textures and colors!

Message to Community: Now is not the time to give up hope but rather to redouble your efforts in growing your business - sustaining
strong partnerships and business relationships that contribute to expanding value proposition for the work that you do. Resources like
WRMSDC provides vital resources that is already proven to help small businesses sustain business operations and more importantly sustain
the jobs for the employees that become so very important this year during the pandemic.
I think small businesses are really lucky to have an organization like WRMSDC which advocates strongly for small businesses to grow and
prosper and compete directly and formidably with their mainstream counterparts. The WRMSDC works tirelessly to level the playing field
by creating unique value propositions for MBEs to achieve success.

Local Corporation of the Year Award Cisco Sy5st9ems, Inc.
Company Profiles: Cisco is the worldwide technology leader with a global presence of 70,000+ people strong in







Fun Fact: Julius has an affinity and has developed a knack for cooking - experimenting with different flavors, textures and colors!

Message to Community: Now is not the time to give up hope but rather to redouble your efforts in growing your business - sustaining
strong partnerships and business relationships that contribute to expanding value proposition for the work that you do. Resources like
WRMSDC provides vital resources that is already proven to help small businesses sustain business operations and more importantly sustain
the jobs for the employees that become so very important this year during the pandemic.
I think small businesses are really lucky to have an organization like WRMSDC which advocates strongly for small businesses to grow and
prosper and compete directly and formidably with their mainstream counterparts. The WRMSDC works tirelessly to level the playing field

2021 Excellence in Supplierby creating unique value propositions for MBEs to achieve success. Diversity Award Winners

Local Corporation of the Year Award Cisco Systems, Inc.

Company Profiles: Cisco is the worldwide technology leader with a global presence of 70,000+ people strong in
nearly 100 countries. Throughout its 35-year legacy of helping customers do the impossible, Cisco prides itself
with helping customers connect, secure, and automate to accelerate digital agility in a cloud-first world.
Driving Cisco’s actions, conversations, and priorities is one company purpose: power an inclusive future for all.
The company remains committed to its vision of accelerating full-spectrum diversity—including gender, age, race,
ethnicity, orientation, ability, nationality, religion, veteran status, background, culture, experience, strengths, and
perspectives. This starts with an executive leadership team (ELT) with 40% identifying as women, and 53%
identifying as diverse in terms of gender and ethnicity. Collectively, this makes the company a global industry

leader in ELT diversity.

Message to Community: To achieve an inclusive future for all, we need to work together which takes trust, transparency, and responsible
behavior. This means ensuring that we continue our commitment to supplier diversity through the ongoing efforts to recruit and develop
diverse businesses, and provide them with access to opportunities.

MBEIC People’s Choice Award Edna Zapata-Fuller, State Compensation Insurance Fund

Bio: I am passionate about supporting diverse vendors and providing avenues for them to do business with not
only State Fund but other companies. I'm an advocate and mentor to all who wish to inquire.

Company Profiles: Our vision of becoming California’s Workers Compensation Carrier of Choice and provide
fairly-priced workers compensation insurance helps make workspaces safe and restore injured workers.

Fun Fact: I am a chocoholic.

Message to Community: Failures and obstacles are the things that lead to success. Believe in what you do best. With perseverance, hard
work, and a positive attitude, nothing is impossible. Stay strong and do not give up! We are in this together and we will prevail.

National Corporation of the Year Award Kaiser Permanente

Company Profiles: Founded in 1945, Kaiser Permanente has a mission to provide high-quality, affordable health
care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. We currently serve 12.4
million members in eight states and the District of Columbia.

Message to Community: As we continue to lead through the COVID-19 pandemic, there is much uncertainty
ahead. Affordability and the commitment to our communities is more important than ever. We will continue our
enterprise commitment to equity by supporting businesses led by communities of color and other
underrepresented communities.

Procurement Leader of the Year Award Walter Freeman, Apple

Bio: Walter’s passion for supporting the Blacks in America & Business efforts started with his parents who were
involved in the Civil Rights efforts in the 60’s & 70’s in the Hartford/Windsor, CT area. Walter has been involved in
supplier Diversity efforts during his employment at Apple, Compaq, Dell, Digital Equipment Corporation and Pratt
& Whitney. Currently Walter leads Apple's Supplier Diversity Program Walter is a graduate of Boston University
and has a Masters in Management from Cambridge College, which are both located in Boston, MA.

Company Profiles: Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh in 1984.
Today, Apple leads the world in innovation with iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV. Apple’s four
software platforms—iOS, macOS, watchOS and tvOS—provide seamless experiences across all Apple devices and empower people with
breakthrough services including the App Store, Apple Music, Apple Pay and iCloud. Apple’s more than 100,000 employees are dedicated to
making the best products on earth, and to leaving the world better than we found it.

Fun Fact: Distant relative of W.E.B.Du Bois

Message to Community: Today, more than ever, Apple is laser-focused on ensuring that MBE companies are provided an opportunity to
work and grow with Apple.

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Company Profiles: Founded in 1945, Kaiser Permanente has a mission to provide high-quality, affordable health
care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. We currently serve 12.4
million members in eight states and the District of Columbia.

Message to Community: As we continue to lead through the COVID-19 pandemic, there is much uncertainty
ahead. Affordability and the commitment to our communities is more important than ever. We will continue our
enterprise commitment to equity by supporting businesses led by communities of color and other
underrepresented communities.

2021 Excellence in Supplier Diversity Award Winners

Procurement Leader of the Year Award Walter Freeman, Apple
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Prime Supplier of the Year Award CBRE

Company Profiles: CBRE Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s
largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2020 revenue). The company has more than
100,000 employees serving clients in more than 100 countries. At CBRE, our commitment is unwavering, and we
will continue to identify where and how we can drive progress for a more equitable society and workplace.

Fun Fact: CBRE has been recognized as one of FORTUNE's Most Admired Company #1 in real estate for third
consecutive year. This is the ninth year in a row CBRE has been featured on the annual listing.

Message to Community: There has never been such a focused lens on DE&I and with that, there comes an abundance of opportunity.
Complete as much due diligence proactively (registering as a diverse supplier, have certifications readily available, etc.) as possible so you
can hit the ground running. Be open to all opportunities and confident in the value you offer.

Supplier Of The Year

Class 1 Winner (annual sales of < $1 million) Direct Source Procurement

Company Owners: Leanne Duong-Ma is an Institute for Supply Management (ISM) certified
purchasing manager (C.P.M.) and accredited purchasing practitioner (A.P.P.) with nearly two
decades of experience in procurement, supply chain, and related purchasing operations

Company Profiles: For over two decades Direct Source Procurement has been sourcing for the
hospitality and restaurant industry. With a result-oriented and personal customer service
approach, DSP provides branded products, foodservice supplies and eco-friendly food packaging -promoting
environmental sustainability.

Company Keywords: Eco-friendly food packaging, Foodservice Supplies, Branded Products, Disposable Masks

Message to Community: Stay focused on your goal and be persistent, no matter what route it takes to get there.

Supplier Of The Year

Class 2 Winner (annual sales of $1-10 million) Commercial Energy Services & Supply (CESS)

Company Owners: Oscar Aliaga has been in the electrical industry since 1997; starting in the
warehouse as a driver, he worked his way up to ownership in 2010. He became a US citizen in
2009. Since moving here from Peru in 1981, Oscar has lived in Las Vegas, NV and has raised 5
amazing boys.

Company Profiles: CESS is a streamlined supply chain solutions provider, supplying lighting, electrical, and low
voltage product solutions for a variety of customers across multiple industries.

Fun Fact: CESS used to supply Tiger Shampoo for the Siegfried &6Ro5y show.







Company Profiles: For over two decades Direct Source Procurement has been sourcing for the
hospitality and restaurant industry. With a result-oriented and personal customer service
approach, DSP provides branded products, foodservice supplies and eco-friendly food packaging -promoting
environmental sustainability.

Company Keywords: Eco-friendly food packaging, Foodservice Supplies, Branded Products, Disposable Masks

2021 Excellence in Supplier Diversity Award WinnersMessage to Community: Stay focused on your goal and be persistent, no matter what route it takes to get there.

Supplier Of The Year

Class 2 Winner (annual sales of $1-10 million) Commercial Energy Services & Supply (CESS)

Company Owners: Oscar Aliaga has been in the electrical industry since 1997; starting in the
warehouse as a driver, he worked his way up to ownership in 2010. He became a US citizen in
2009. Since moving here from Peru in 1981, Oscar has lived in Las Vegas, NV and has raised 5
amazing boys.

Company Profiles: CESS is a streamlined supply chain solutions provider, supplying lighting, electrical, and low
voltage product solutions for a variety of customers across multiple industries.

Fun Fact: CESS used to supply Tiger Shampoo for the Siegfried & Roy show.

Company Keywords: Lighting, Electrical, Datacommunications, Sustainability, LED Technology, Supplier, Project Management, Supply Chain

Message to Community: Tough times don't last, tough people do.
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Supplier Of The Year

Class 3 Winner (annual sales of $10-50 million) Eagle Promotions

Company Owners: Sean Ono: Coming from a long line of Entrepreneurs, I started my company at
the young age of 20. Working on building the company during the day, attending UNLV at night,
and raising 2 young children kept me very busy in my early years of business. Along the way, I had
help from influential business leaders and support systems that have helped in growing Eagle
Promotions to one of the top 40 largest promotional companies in the country.
Mario Stadtlander began his entrepreneurial journey early in life by printing local merchandise in
the back of his parents' motorcycle shop in Las Vegas. In 2001 he merged with Sean Ono, creating Eagle
Promotions today. Eagle Promotions has become a global company and is one of the top 40 of over 30,000
branded merchandise companies.

Company Profiles: Eagle Promotions is a diversity-owned top 40 promotional products and apparel supplier in the US. Our global sourcing,
trend forecasting, in-house screen printing, embroidery and fulfillment make Eagle Promotions the company to partner with.

Fun Fact: Eagle Promotions has decorated over 100 million garments and shipped globally since 2001.

Company Keywords: Promotional Products, Apparel, Uniforms, Printing, PPE, Company Stores

Message to Community: The past year has proven to be challenging both personally and professionally. It’s shown us that we, as a
community, need to come together and help each other more than ever.

Supplier Of The Year

Class 4 Winner (annual sales greater than $50 million) World Wide Technology

Company Owners: Mr. Steward is the author of two books. "Doing Business by The Good Book,"
published in 2004, matches scriptural messages with guidelines for sound business practice and
provides a foundation for aligning one’s personal beliefs with professional conduct. Published in
2020, "Leadership by the Good Book" offers real-life examples matched with Biblical references
about leadership, featuring interviews from high-profile, successful Christian business leaders
from around the world.

Company Profiles: At WWT, we use a proven and innovative approach to help our customers discover, evaluate,
architect and implement advanced technology lab testing in our Advanced Technology Center and deploy their solutions rapidly through our
global integration centers. But what truly sets us apart is our extraordinary team of highly certified professionals, every one committed to
our customers’ long-term goals and success.

Fun Fact: Most successful company in the history of the 8A program.

Company Keywords: Innovative approach to evaluate, architect, and implement technology

Message to Community: Believe!

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We take our role as community mentors for other diverse suppliers very seriously.

On the client side, S+B James is known for creating and implementing grassroots
diversity participation plans for projects of all sizes. But we don’t stop there. We
continually endeavor to exceed those plan’s goals for diverse and local hiring on all
projects.

For our diversity partners, we strive to bring these businesses on-board, and take
an active role in training their staff, affecting positive change in their standard
processes, and helping to ensure their satisfactory performance on the job.

Delivering Certainty Since 1977.

Heman Chand Silas Nigam
Diversity Executive / Vice President President

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Best in the West II Winner

On Wednesday, June 9th , from 11:00AM – 1:00PM PT, WRMSDC held its second annual “Best in
the West II” – a private MBE technology platinum partner pitch event. WRMSDC curated 7 World-
Class Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) to pitch currently relevant and innovative technology

solutions to an audience of IT Leaders, CIOs, and other Corporate Leaders, competing for the
coveted 2021 title of “Best Minority Innovator in the Western Region.”

CONGRATULATIONS!

2021 Best Minority Innovator in the Western Region

Chike Agbai, Founder & CEO

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2meart.com www.2meart.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales <$1M

Sean Twomey, Owner
[email protected]
415.508.5310
Select which categories best describe your company’s services:

Consulting Services, Consumer Products, Marketing & Promo, Professional Services

Business Description: Full service marketing and promotional company providing print, embroidery,
signage, and promotional items.

Service Area: National

Accurate C&S Services Inc
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Regina Jones, President AccurateScreens.com
[email protected]
510.387.0324

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Healthcare, Professional Services

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Accurate creates safer and healthier workplaces through COVID-19 Testing, Background
60-Sec Video Checks, Drug Screens, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). We come to you utilizing one of our two mobile RV units
to conduct on-site testing. We also have personnel available for testing at your job site. As pandemic experts since the last
H1N1 pandemic when we vaccinated over 25,000 residents, allow us to vaccinate your employees.
Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai’i, Regional (other states across the US), National, International

Adroit Resources Inc www.adroitresources.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Mausami Kakkar, VP
[email protected]
510.304.4491

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Staffing

Business Description: A preferred partner to leading Fortune 500 brands, Adroit Resources, Inc. is a certified, minority-owned, dynamic Information
Technology services company. Our offerings range from staff augmentation to technology consulting. Adroit Resources works on IT and Non-IT posi-
tions for emerging start-ups, mid-size, and Fortune 100 companies, nationwide. We staff in the Internet, Retail/eCommerce, Semiconductor, Healthcare,
Media/Television/Streaming, Manufacturing, Storage, and Security space.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai’i, Regional (other states across the US), National

Aecus Law https://californiaworkplaceinvestigations.law/
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales <$1M

Christina Dixon, Owner/CEO
[email protected]
510.304.4491

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Legal Services, Professional Services

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Workplace Investigations, Employment Advice, and Counseling: We provide impartial third-party
workplace investigations of all manner of alleged misconduct, including discrimination, harassment, fraud, bullying, ethical
violations, retaliation, wrongful termination, threats of workplace violence, and hostile work environment. We are neutral
fact-finders and make conclusive findings based on evidence. We can also help your company navigate issues with prac-
tical advice, counseling, and audit services focused on your specific business needs and craft customized resolutions for
your workplace.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai’i, Regional (other states across the US), National

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Diversity & Inclusion
is our foundation for innovation
and drives our business forward.

Comcast NBCUniversal is proud to support the Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council.

C O M C A S T- N B C U N I S U P P L I E R S .C O M

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Alliance Electric Supply www.alliancesupplyus.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales <$1M

Mario Aguilera, President
[email protected]
702.335.2333

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Electrical Distributor / Wholesale

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Electrical Distributor/Wholesale. Supply electrical material for the utility, commercial, Hospitality,
OEM, MRO, Government, City & State Entities, Health-Care, Sports Lighting, and Contractor Based Projects. Specialty in
High-Voltage (substations, etc.).
Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US)

ALOM Technologies www.alom.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 4: Annual Sales over $50M

Tami Strickland, Director of Sales, Key Accounts
[email protected]
510.360.3600

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Manufacturing Suppliers, Professional Services, Value-Added Reseller (VARS)

Capabilities Statement Business Description: ALOM is a global leader in supply chain management, serving as a partner to its Fortune 500
60-Sec Video clients in the technology, automotive, medical, financial, and energy sectors. Operating from 19 global locations, ALOM
provides procurement, inventory, assembly, print management, fulfillment, IT integration, and operations services. ALOM
is proud to deliver its clients’ products and services impeccably, enrich the customer experience, and uphold their brand
reputations.
Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US), National, International

Angkor Cambodian Food
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Kent Laux, General Manager
[email protected]
510.209.3200

Select which categories best describe your company’s services: www.AngkorFood.com
Food & Beverage

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Angkor Cambodian Food is a minority- and woman-owned business that brings the taste of
Cambodia to American palates by providing hot meals to Silicon Valley companies and the community. We also manufac-
ture ingredients and spices with easy-to-follow recipes for cooking with authentic Cambodian flavor in food service applica-
tions or home kitchens. Our restaurant is located in San Jose, California, and our ingredients are available at specialty food
markets across the USA.

Service Area: California, National

Anvaya Solutions, Inc. anvayasolutions.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Shobha Mallarapu, President and CEO
[email protected]
916.673.9300 ext 102

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity

Professional ServicesBusiness Description: Experienced Cybersecurity firm with extensive experience in protecting multi-billion-dollar organiza-
tions and small and medium businesses. Security risk assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, security program development,
security compliance, etc. Application, data, system and IT infrastructure security, IoT security, Security DevOps.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US), National, International

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Auralworth Acoustics LLC
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Ronn Fojas, Principal Acoustic Consultant
[email protected]
702.706.6616

Select which categories best describe your company’s services: www.auralworth.com
Consulting Services, Electrical Distributor / Wholesale

Business Description: Electrical Distributor/Wholesale. Supply electrical material for the utility, commercial, Hospitality, OEM, MRO, Government,
City & State Entities, Health-Care, Sports Lighting, and Contractor Based Projects. Specialty in High-Voltage (substations, etc.).

Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US)

Axias Technology Group www.axiastg.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Kevin Kelly , CEO
[email protected]
214.632.0770

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Construction & Utilities, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity, Staffing, Value-Added Reseller (VARS)

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Axias Technology Group is a technology Value Added Reseller. Our initial focus is in Project
Management and Program Management for Optical Transport, Mobility, and Security Infrastructure for Enterprise and
Carrier builds. We are close (Feb) to becoming NMSDC & CPUC certified. We also partner with enterprise OEM technology
providers as well.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US), National, International

Biarca Inc www.biarca.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Subha Rajana, CEO
[email protected]
408.464.0945

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Biarca, an IT services provider with digital transformation advisory and cloud services expertise,
helps organizations move to the cloud while leveraging the power of technology for business growth. Biarca’s expertise in
security, compliance, software development, and proven execution methodologies, enables us to serve as our prestigious
clients’ trusted partner. We are a Google Premier Secure Specialization partner and have an engagement model for SMBs
and enterprises.

Service Area: California, Regional (other states across the US), National

Bonzzu www.bonzzu.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Eric Montoya, Partner Manager
[email protected]
408.828.4936

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity, Professional Services

Capabilities Statement StaffingBusiness Description: A software development engineering and design company. Whether you need to en-
hance your teams with our world-class talent, or create game-changing projects on demand, we’ve got your back. Core
competencies: Solution Architecture; Prototyping; Product UX & UI Design; Application solution development; Quality
Assurance Control; DevOps.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai’i, Regional (other states across the US)
National, International

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East Bay Municipal Utility District

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD), the West’s largest independently operated
water and wastewater district, is committed to diversity and equality.

Our Contract Equity Program enhances equal opportunities
for business owners of all races, ethnicities and both genders

by establishing contracting objectives for

White Men (25%), White Women (2-9%) and Ethnic Minorities (25%).

EBMUD offers Small Business Enterprise (SBE) incentives
(a 7% SBE bid discount and for contract awards ≤ $80,000,
a set-aside option) and encourages Local Business participation.

We look forward to you joining
the many firms doing business with EBMUD!

For contracting opportunities or to learn more about
EBMUD’s Contract Equity (CE) Program, please visit

our website at www.ebmud.com or contact the CE Office at 510-287-0114.

DIVERSE SUPPLIER PROFILES

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BreakoutIQ
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Rahul Deedwania, Cofounder
[email protected]
415.967.3334

Select which categories best describe your company’s services: www.breakoutiq.com
Entertainment, Hospitality, Retail, Sports

Capabilities Statement Business Description: BreakoutIQ designs and hosts virtual team building activities including trivia, escape rooms, and
pitch competitions to help provide teams with a great memory and bring them together. Our scalable solutions work for
groups of any size and in any location.
Service Area: California, National, International

Bundts & Butter, LLC.
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Ty Battle VP Sales & Marketing
[email protected]
725.877.2838

Select which categories best describe your company’s services: www.bundtsnbutter.com
Food & Beverage

Business Description: Bundts & Butter LLC specializes in made-to-order, high quality baked desserts. Every delicious bakery treat is made from
scratch, using only the highest quality ingredients: Real Cream, Real Butter, Pure Vanilla and [simply + exquisite] Organic Chocolate products. As the
premier on-line bakery for Las Vegas we are committed to providing fresh to order cakes and cookies with no measure of compromise to our high
standards.

Service Area: Nevada

C2Earth, Inc. GEOLOGISTS & GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERS
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M
www.c2earth.com
Craig N. Reid, Principal Engineer/Geologist

[email protected]
408.866.5436

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Construction & Utilities, Professional Services

Capabilities Statement Business Description: We provide engineering geologic and geotechnical engineering consulting services for com-
mercial, industrial, and residential development. Our goal is to help you understand and successfully address geologic or
geotechnical site conditions. We are committed to performing high quality technical work, developing practical, constructa-
ble, and cost effective solutions for our clients. We take pride in being responsive and providing timely service to our clients.
We are here to help address your projects’ geo-related components.

Service Area: California

CAL INC www.cal-inc.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Olivia Esparza, Director of Business Development

[email protected]
707.446.7996

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Construction & Utilities

Capabilities Statement Business Description: CAL INC is a minority owned full service environmental services contractor. We provide abate-
ment, demolition, industrial paint and coatings, environmental and safety training, hazardous hauling and disposal services
to our clients throughout the State of California.
Service Area: California, Nevada, National

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DIVERSE SUPPLIER PROFILES

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Certify My Company, Inc

Heather Cox, President,
[email protected]
702.289.4229

Select which categories best describe your company’s services: www.certifymycompany.com
Consulting Services, Professional Services

Business Description: Certify My Company is the supplier diversity and diversity certification experts! we work with
our corporate clients to ensure everyone in their supply chain that should be certified is certified. We present educational
material to both suppliers as well as procurement teams, and support the increasing opportunities for diverse suppliers.

Capabilities Statement Service Area: California, Nevada, National

CESS www.cessgreensource.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 3: Annual Sales from $10M - $50M

Oscar Aliaga, President CEO
[email protected]
702.674.9201

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Construction & Utilities, Manufacturing Suppliers

Business Description: CESS is a full line supplier of electrical products with a strong focus on LED lighting. We work
with commercial, industrial, and residential markets with a strong focus on MRO business.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US), National
Capabilities Statement

CeteraMarketing, LLC

Dana Hali, CEO, ceteramarketing.com
[email protected]
818.767.8002

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Marketing & Promo

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Ceteramarketing is a Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise with a boutique-style
approach to marketing. We specialize in uniforms and apparel, promotional products, corporate gifts, custom packaging,
branded company stores, and graphic design, all backed by our award-winning customer service. We warehouse, kit, and
ship to locations across the globe.
Service Area: California

Chivalry Health Inc www.chivalryhealth.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Alvin Yu, Designer
[email protected]
510.488.3657

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Healthcare, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing Suppliers

Business Description: We provide local manufactured Disinfectant, Hand Sanitizer, and Liquid Soap, and other PPE,
such as Medical Face Shields, etc.

Service Area: California
Capabilities Statement

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Clovity Inc. https://www.clovity.com/
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Cameron Starman, Director, Client Management
[email protected]
818.825.0620

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity, Professional Services, Staffing

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Clovity is a San Francisco based IoT-as-a-Service (proprietary CSensorNet IoT platform), IT staff-
ing, and professional/managed services provider in IoT, Digital, Cloud & Data, earning the trust of top Fortune 500 Com-
panies. Clovity was selected as 2020’s “Emerging Company of the Year for the Enterprise Market” & 2021 as “Global IoT
Innovation Vendor of the Year” by IoT Breakthrough Awards. Also the “Top 50 IoT Enterprise growth companies” for 2018 &
2019 by CIO Review Magazine.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai’i, Regional (other states across the US)
National, International

CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley www.cmitsiliconvalley.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Maitjian Welke, President
[email protected]
408.872.1577

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity

Value-Added Reseller (VARS)Business Description: CMIT Solutions Silicon Valley is an I.T. Managed Service Provider
(MSP), Cyber Security Solutions/Training/Services, and HW/SW/License VAR/Reseller.

Capabilities Statement Service Area: California
60-Sec Video

Cogkno180 Solutions LLC www.cogkno180.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Brian Joseph, Principal
[email protected]
310.710.3701

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Construction & Utilities, Entertainment, Hospitality, Retail, Sports, Financial Services
Healthcare, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity, Legal Services, Manufacturing Suppliers, Professional Services
Staffing, Value-Added Reseller (VARS)

Business Description: Automating business processes using Robotic Process Automation (RPA) / AI / ML. For more robust end-to-end solutions
we use other digital transformation technologies such as IOT and blockchain and app and web page development.

Service Area: National, International

Coleman Chavez & Associates LLP
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 3: Annual Sales from $10M - $50M

Richard Chavez, Owner / Managing Partner
916.607.3300

Select which categories best describe your company’s services: www.cca-law.com
Legal Services

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Coleman Chavez & Associates is a law firm focused on the defense of workers compensa-
tion claims and related litigation. Chad Coleman and Richard Chavez are proud to have established the firm in 2008 and
together bring 40 years of litigation experience to the firm. We represent a variety of clients, including employers, insurance
carriers, and third-party administrators. We take pride in the quality of our work and providing thorough and effective repre-
sentation to our clients.
Service Area: California

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Contemporary Legal Solutions

Robert M. Tzall Principal and Chief Visionary Officer
[email protected]
702.666.0233 https://www.contemporarylegalsolutions.com

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Legal Services, Professional Services

Business Description: Contemporary Legal Solutions (“CLS”) is a multi-jurisdictional, boutique law firm providing prac-
tical and cost-efficient legal solutions concerning: Commerce and Commercial Transactions; Entity Governance, Compli-
ance and Continuity.

Capabilities Statement Service Area: Nevada, Regional (other states across the US), National
60-Sec Video

Creative Builds Corporation

Rodolfo Farber www.creativebuildsusa.com
[email protected]
619.269.1320

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Construction & Utilities, Entertainment, Hospitality, Retail, Sports, Facilities Management & Janitorial
Marketing & Promo, Professional Services

Business Description: General contractor and construction management company.

Capabilities Statement Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US), National

Crius Pacific Medical Inc. www.criuspacificmedical.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Michael Zhao, President
[email protected]
541.829.0322

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consumer Products, Healthcares

Capabilities Statement Business Description: Crius Pacific Medical is an FDA registered medical device importer and distributor. We currently
60-Sec Video represent Taiwan based manufacturer Benq Materials, CENEFOM in North America, with products ranging from ENT to eye
care, wound care, NPWT, scar management, and accessories.
Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai’i, Regional (other states across the US)

Digitive LLC www.godigitive.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Krishna Kalliasseri, CEO

[email protected]
408.464.7297

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Financial Services, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity, Professional Services, Staffing

Business Description: Digitive is a boutique staffing firm specializing exclusively in high-end, niche IT, Tech, Cloud and Digital talent. We help solve
the most challenging talent gaps at midsize to enterprise-level companies every single day, along with recently VC-funded startups facing mass hiring
challenges and organizations facing urgent hiring needs.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai’i, Regional (other states across the US), National

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Ditta Enterprises LLC
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 1: Annual Sales less than $1M

Raj Ditta
Select which categories best describe your company’s services:

Consumer Products, Facilities Management & Janitorial
Business Description: Services include for: CELL Phones, Computer and Portables, Consumer Electronics, Drone,
Home appliances, Monitors and Projects, Office Machines and Supplies, Printers and Print supplies, Storage Devices,
UCC/mobility, Telecom, SCHOOL, JANITORIAL AND OFFICE SUPPLIES.
Service Area: California, Regional (other states across the US)

Capabilities Statement

Domain Experts Corporation https://domain-experts.net
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Veena Ramachandran , CEO
[email protected]
408.748.1800

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Financial Services, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity, Marketing & Promo, Professional Services
Staffing

Capabilities Statement OtherBusiness Description: With a growing Customer base across multiple industries, we bring a laser focus and fresh
perspective in: Management Consulting, Recruitment, Diversity, HR, IT, and Finance. Our Customers: Public sector, Utili-
ties, Government, Oil & Gas, Fortune 500, banks, manufacturing, digital storage & financial institutions among others We
give back to our community where most needed. See our DEC CARES Program @ https://domain-experts.net.

Service Area: California, Nevada, Hawai’i, Regional (other states across the US), National, tInternational

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E2E Mfg, LLC
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 3: Annual Sales from $10M - $50M

Gioni Bianchini, BDM
[email protected]
408.242.4001

Select which categories best describe your company’s services: www.e2emfg.com
Manufacturing Suppliers

Capabilities Statement OtherBusiness Description: End 2 End Manufacturing is a leader in precision machining, EDM, and Die Casting for top
OEMs and contract manufacturers. Technical capabilities: Our experience in Tooling Die design and fabrication enables E2E
to manufacture small, precision components requiring multiple disciplines: Wire EDM; CNC Milling; Lathe. Our Program
Management: Dedicated Program Manager to provide collaboration with cross functional teams. Quality Management:
CMM, Vision, First Article Submission, Doc Control, ISO 9001 certified, ISP 13485 certified.

Service Area: International

Eagle Promotions www.eaglepromotions.com
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 3: Annual Sales from $10M - $50M

Mario Stadtlander, President
[email protected]
702.388.7100

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Manufacturing Suppliers, Marketing & Promo, Professional Services

Capabilities Statement OtherBusiness Description: Eagle Promotions is a top 40 promotional products distributor based in Las Vegas. Eagle
Promotions offers a full suite of corporate branding solutions that includes promotional products, trade show items, com-
pany stores, employee incentives, reward, safety programs, and retail merchandise. Our in-house services include global
sourcing, creative art team, screen printing (up to 40,000 garments per day), embroidery, private labeling, kitting, fulfillment,
and logistics.

Service Area: Regional (other states across the US), National

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ecoPreserve

Mital Hall, Vice President www.ecopreserve.net
[email protected]
407.595.7096

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Construction & Utilities, Facilities Management & Janitorial, Professional Services, Staffing,
Sustainability, ESG Resiliency

Capabilities Statement Business Description: We provide solutions to increase operational efficiencies and reduce costs, to prepare for chang-
ing environmental conditions and threats, and to provide healthy buildings for occupants to work, visit, and live.
Service Area: Regional (other states across the US), National

Edwards Glass and Aluminum

Bill Edwards, President www.edwardsglassco.com
[email protected]
951.653.3389
Select which categories best describe your company’s services:

Construction & Utilities

Business Description: Edwards Glass and Aluminum is a glass and glazing company established in 1988. We are family
owned and operated and we are a minority owned small business. Our primary services include curtain walls, storefronts,
glass and mirror installations, tenant improvements, and all glazing assemblies.

Service Area: California

Elemeno Health https://www.elemenohealth.com/
⭐ CERTIFIED WRMSDC MBE - Class 2: Annual Sales from $1M - $10M

Arup Roy-Burman MD, Founder & CEO
[email protected]
510.220.1595

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
Consulting Services, Healthcare, IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity

Capabilities Statement Business Description: B2B cloud point-of-care training solution helps healthcare systems drive consistency of practice
60-Sec Video at the frontlines, improving patient safety and outcomes at scale, while lowering costs. Enable department leaders to easily
deliver bite-sized team communication and training -- updates, decision guides, checklists, and video -- at your fingertips.
Readily share selected best practices with partner institutions, strengthening alliances and accelerating spread. Empower
staff with actionable and trackable real-time support, anytime, anywhere. Access on any device, desktop or mobile.
Service Area: California, Nevada, Regional (other states across the US), National

Elysium Analytics

Satish Abburi https://www.elysiumanalytics.ai
[email protected]
510.323.6661

Select which categories best describe your company’s services:
IT, Software, Dev, Tech, Cybersecurity

Business Description: Provides Modern SaaS analytics solutions: Security and Observability Solution for all IT organi-
zations; Marketing Analytics; Modernization Platform offered as SaaS - iPaaS, DAaaS, AaaS.

Capabilities Statement Service Area: California, Regional (other states across the US), National
60-Sec Video

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