“Mark Hands is a true thought leader and dedicated to Supplier Diversity. Mark joined the organization 2 years ago and in a short amount of time exceled in his role propelling the organization to a strong position in both the local and national supplier diversity space. Mark is highly collaborative and always has a positive demeanor. He is a joy to work with!”
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As Director of Supplier Diversity, I help our Business Units source quality diverse…
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Memorable moments from our 12th annual IPG Inclusion Breakfast at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. This year’s theme “Uncovering…
Memorable moments from our 12th annual IPG Inclusion Breakfast at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. This year’s theme “Uncovering…
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So honored to join the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities board. Honored to serve with Richmond leaders and leaders across the Commonwealth.
So honored to join the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities board. Honored to serve with Richmond leaders and leaders across the Commonwealth.
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Experience & Education
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The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
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Honors & Awards
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2022 Notable Executive in HR and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Crain's Chicago Business
Crain's Chicago Business recognizes Executives that demonstrate the ability or power to effect change by promoting Diversity and Inclusion, improving efficiency, and enhancing company culture.
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2020 Michigan SBA District Director Award
Michigan Small Business Administration
This Award is for being a champion for small businesses and entrepreneurs through a broad range of advocacy efforts and actions that created results for the small business community.
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2019 Corporate Veteran Champion of the Year
National Veteran Business Development Council
This Award was given for exemplary support of veteran business owners and active participation in the NVBDC organization.
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2013 Ambassadors For Supplier Diversity
Minority Business News USA
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2013 Illinois Minority Small Business Champion of the Year Award
U.S. Small Business Administration
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Anders C. Rasmussen, Jr. Award
Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee of Chicago MSDC
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Top 100 Under 50 2012 Emerging Leaders
Diversity MBA Magazine
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2011 Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President's Award for Excellence
The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
The President's Award for Excellence is the highest honor given to bank staff for significant contributions to furthering the mission of Supplier Diversity.
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Women's Business Development Center (WBDC) Chicago Regional Advisory Committee
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Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council
Chairman of the Board of Directors
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Chicago Minority Supplier Development Council
Co - Chair Board of Directors
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Financial Services Roundtable for Supplier Diversity (FSRSD)
Chair of Benchmarking and Best Practices Committee
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Chicago 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Outreach Advisory Council
Contracting and Procurement Subcommittee Member
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