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Supplier Diversity Vision:
Exceeding expectations, improving our communities, and celebrating diversity are all principles on which Starwood was built. We are continuously striving to show our commitment to these principles. One of these efforts is our Supplier Diversity Program aimed to maximize the contracting opportunities given to minority owned businesses. We recognize minority businesses are playing an ever-increasing positive role in the economy and communities in which we operate. By fostering lasting relationships with minority businesses, we strive to provide opportunities that are mutually beneficial to both parties.
Starwood Supplier Diversity Policy Statement:
Starwood is committed to providing economic opportunities for all members of the communities in which we operate. We believe that the development of a community's resources benefits our company and the entire community as well. We support and encourage the participation of all of our properties and corporate offices in seeking out and taking the steps necessary to assure Diverse Suppliers a fair share in the economic opportunities available.
| Starwood's Supplier Diversity Program Allows: |
 | increased competition and lower costs. |
| increased innovation and access to suppliers who might not otherwise have access to the buying arena. |
| support of the local community and economy by supporting suppliers from traditionally under-represented populations. |
| increased access to a broader population of guests and customers who themselves are part of diverse populations. |
| economic stimulus to the community as a result of increased business with a wider range of diverse suppliers. |
| greater brand market value and stronger relationships with customers, partners, communities and shareholders who serve diverse populations. |
| Starwood to demonstrate our commitment to diverse business enterprises and allows us to pass the benefits of these relationships on to our shareholders, customers, partners, communities, guests and associates who also value diversity as a business imperative. |
Starwood's Supplier Diversity Definition. Starwood recognizes diverse vendors as being those that are certified to be 51% or more owned, managed, and controlled by one or more members of the following groups:
| African American |
| Asian Indian American |
| Asian/Pacific-Islander American |
| Hispanic-American |
| Native-American |
| Person with Disability |
| US Veteran |
| US Veteran- Disabled |
| Women |
Starwood also recognizes vendors that fall under the following classifications:
Small Disadvantaged Business
Firms the Small Business Administration certifies as socially and economically disadvantaged.
HUBZone Small Business
Firms located in high unemployment areas the Small Business Administration has designated.
Procurement Requirements:
| To provide quality goods and services at fair market pricing |
| An established channel of distribution with a consistent track record |
| The desire to exceed partnership expectations |
| The ability to work collaboratively on world class branding initiative |
| An outstanding industry reputation, hospitality references a plus |
Frequently Contracted Products
| Outsourced Laundry |
| Building Repair |
| Contract Services |
| Contracted Temporary Labor |
| Uniforms |
| Food |
| Internal Laundry Expense, inc. Professional Cleaning |
| Linen |
| Valet |
| Print & Stationery |
| Maintenance Contracting |
| Grounds and Landscaping |
Starwood's Supplier Diversity Program
To register as a certified supplier, click here.
Certification Resources
If you have additional questions, please e-mail us at Starwood.SupplierDiversityProgram@starwoodhotels.com. A member of the Starwood Team will be happy to follow-up with you.
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