Mayor Winnecke is fully committed to increasing the participation of local minority-owned and women-owned business enterprises in our growing and diverse economy, which can only result in a more vibrant community and a greater quality of life for all our citizens.

On January 25, 2018, Mayor Winnecke recognized our successful MWBE firms and major corporations, along with local individuals who create a stronger work and social environment.

Congratulations to 2018 Winners:

• Alisha Aman - Bridge Builder of the Year
• "E is for Everyone" Campaign - Inclusion Organization of the Year
• Boyd Electric, Inc. - Minority Organization of the Year

View pictures from 2018 Mayor's Supplier Diversity Awards 

See list of Mayor's Supplier Diversity Award winners

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Out of a desire to to recognize our community's successful Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises and major corporations supporting MWBE initiatives, Mayor Lloyd Winnecke created the Mayor's Supplier Diversity Awards in 2016. He hosted the inaugural awards ceremony on January 26, 2017. Click here for the 2017 winners.

Mayor Winnecke recognizes those organizations and individuals working with the City of Evansville who support supplier diversity.

Bridge Builder of the Year

This organization/group/individual successfully navigates businesses to create alliances that foster local and regional diverse business activity.

The bridge builder consistently creates innovative collaborative opportunities that enhance capacity building for all by delivering distinct ideas to increase business relationship growth.

Inclusion Organization of the Year

This corporation/company believes in the power of diverse inclusion and has documented supplier diversity objectives and measures. The challenge for continued growth starts within its infrastructure.

The corporation/company supports growth and development of minority- and women-owned businesses and is committed to creating sustainable and strategic business relationships with diverse business organizations.

Minority Organization of the Year

This award is for the construction and professional service M/WBE subcontractor who demonstrates excellence in service and innovation, while sustaining a personal and professional commitment to businesses and community.

Pictured below: 2017 Supplier Diversity Awards committee members Earl Milligan, Alfonso Vidal, and Talmadge Vick with Mayor Winnecke at the inaugural awards ceremony in January 2017 after the mayor presented them with Appreciation Awards.