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Published: June 28 2012

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL -- The Supplier Diversity and Outreach Program of Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) will present its annual Minority & Women Business Expo 2012 on how to do business with the BCPS on Thursday, August 2, 2012, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Piper High School, 8000 NW 44th Street, Sunrise.  Admission to the event is free.

The Expo will include roundtable discussions with representatives from Broward County Government, Broward County Aviation Department, City of Lauderhill Purchasing Department and Florida Department of Transportation, on topics such as marketing your business effectively and qualifying your business as a vendor. Participants will discover procurement and contracting opportunities available for minority and women-owned businesses and learn how to conduct business with these government agencies and with the School District.

Vendors will have an opportunity to showcase their products and services during the Expo for a cost of $50. Space is limited and will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Business advertisements are also available in the Expo program book starting at $25.

The Supplier Diversity and Outreach Program provides free programming, counseling, workshops and information to assist and educate minority and women-owned businesses about the process of becoming certified and the keys to success in government contracting. The outstanding work of the program has created real growth and economic empowerment for minority and women-owned businesses throughout Broward County and South Florida.

As the largest business in Broward County and one of the largest in the State of Florida, The School Board of Broward County, Florida is committed to doing business and working with a variety of vendors. The District's Supplier Diversity and Outreach Program, along with the Supply Management and Logistics Department, has made significant strides in developing and promoting business opportunities for minorities and women. Whether it's purchasing supplies, services, programs or work, there are a variety of business opportunities within the School District.

        For additional information, including registration, advertising and sponsorship, visit online at (www.broward.k12.fl.us/supply/vendors/events.htm) or contact Marcy Houser, Supplier Diversity and Outreach Program, at 754-321-0550.