Calling all businesses to learn about diversifying business spending, SEB and The City of New Orleans DBE certification process and New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and Ochsner Health's small and emerging business programs. Registration open. 50 spots available. Join us for pastries/coffee, conversation, educational resources to help you succeed! Meet service providers and hear from guest speakers. When: October 17th, 2024 8:30AM - 11:30AM Where: Xavier University 7401 Stroelitz St, New Orleans, LA, 70125 Convocation Center Annex - Room #111 Please sit with your sector table at the workshop. This will allow for you to discuss best practices with each other and share success, challenges and solutions. NOTE: Please bring your laptop if you would like help setting up a profile or earning a badge with Love Your City. We will be available to assist at the meeting. Event Parking Information: Street parking available Workshop Agenda: 8:30 -9AM: Networking & A Welcome from Love Your City 9 - 9:30AM: Ochsner Health's focus on Diversity Equity & Inclusion Q&A Roundtable conversations 9:30 - 10AM: New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Q&A Roundtable conversations 10 - 10:30AM: The Office of Supplier Diversity & roundtable conversations 10:30 - 11AM: Breakout groups & roundtable conversations 11 - 11:30AM Meet service providers & Earn a Badge with Love Your City Meet Service Providers