Equity in Entrepreneurship Summit: Empowering Diverse Suppliers

The Equity in Entrepreneurship Summit, held on July 29-30, 2024, at the Walmart Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, brought together an inspiring group of diverse suppliers and Walmart Associates. Organized by the Walmart Supplier Inclusion team, the summit was a platform to share insights, celebrate successes and reinforce Walmart’s commitment to fostering equity in entrepreneurship. Over the course of two days, participants engaged in meaningful discussions, explored growth opportunities and built connections that will drive future success.

A dynamic audience of innovators

The summit welcomed 40 suppliers from various industries, alongside 20 Walmart and Sam’s Club Associates. These attendees represented a diverse range of businesses from across the country, all unified by a common goal: to grow and succeed with the support of Walmart. The mix of experienced entrepreneurs and Walmart professionals created a dynamic environment where knowledge and expertise flowed freely, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and mutual learning.

Walmart shows up for businesses

As one of the largest companies in the world, Walmart shows up for businesses by offering an array of resources and support systems tailored to help them thrive. To exemplify this commitment, representatives from various Walmart verticals attended the summit, sitting down with suppliers to connect and build meaningful relationships. This direct engagement underscored Walmart’s dedication to supporting businesses at every level.

• Walmart Business is Walmart’s B2B platform designed to help businesses and nonprofits save time, money and hassle. Representatives from Walmart Business were present to showcase how the platform simplifies sourcing and helps organizations focus on their core missions.

• Walmart Connect leverages Walmart’s vast resources to create meaningful connections between customers and advertising partners. At the summit, Walmart Connect representatives discussed how they expand and enrich their ecosystem, ensuring that businesses can reach their target audiences effectively and drive growth.

• Walmart Marketplace is an online platform that enables third-party sellers to reach millions of customers by selling their products on Walmart.com. Representatives from Walmart Marketplace were on hand to explain how the platform broadens sellersʼ reach and integrates them into Walmart’s trusted ecosystem.

• Walmart Go Local is Walmart’s premier delivery service, offering businesses across the country reliable, efficient delivery solutions. Summit attendees had the opportunity to meet with Walmart Go Local representatives to learn how the service can enhance their competitive edge through fast and dependable delivery.

• Walmart Supplier Inclusion plays a pivotal role in driving Walmart’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Through initiatives like the annual open call and the Equity in Entrepreneurship Summit, Walmart Supplier Inclusion ensures that diverse suppliers have the opportunity to grow and succeed within the Walmart ecosystem.

By showing up for businesses through these direct engagements and comprehensive services, Walmart is not just a retail giant but also a key partner in the growth and success of countless enterprises.

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