By Terri Thomas, JPMorgan Chase Community Manager Supplier diversity is a crucial part of an organization’s success. It’s a way for companies to promote innovation, cultivate networking, boost hiring, and perhaps most important of all, a way for companies to experience the many benefits of diversity while taking steps to close the racial equity gap. It’s no secret the past year has seen a crucial wave of racial justice and social consciousness. Consumers and companies are prioritizing businesses that are actively addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion. They’re seeking out diverse suppliers – defined as businesses that are at least 51%