Advocacy

This annual conference attracts the 70 Park District across the State of Illinois. Jaemie presented on creating and expanding business diversity programs. 

Jaemie presented to the PTAC advisors on prioritizing business diversity on local and federal contracts in anticipation of the infrastructure program. 

Jaemie participated in a Women in Construction panel discussion at one of the largest construction summits in Chicago. 

Jaemie presented on business diversity to the UofI supplier diversity representatives on how best to build a robust pipeline of diverse vendors.

Helped the Rockford Park District host its very first vendor outreach event and spoke to small businesses about certifications and doing business with Rockford Park District. 

Jaemie presented on business diversity to procurement representatives from the 13 state universities on how best to build a robust pipeline of diverse vendors.

Jaemie spoke to tradespeople about women in construction and planted seeds of ownership to the tradeswomen working on the OPC project. 

Jaemie worked with the CUL to assist black-owned businesses navigate government contracting. 

Jaemie presented to ECA members on business diversity, the benefits, and the processes to engage with more diverse electrical contractors. 

This international expo has reached Chicago and partnered with Jaemie to participate in a Women in Construction panel discussion.