Primary Department: Economic Equity and Opportunity
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Estella Gonzalez, Executive Director
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Financial Authorization
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MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to sponsor the 2025 Diversity in Business Awards Luncheon hosted by Houston Business Journal on Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, at the Executive Table level for a total cost of $3,500.00.
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Background and Discussion:
The 2025 Diversity in Business Award Luncheon is a premier event for the Houston Business Journal. The Houston Business Journal's Diversity in Business Awards program will honor the Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity (DEEO) and other organizations and individuals who have shown exceptional commitment to promoting practices that advance diversity in the workplace.
Expected Impact:
This event will provide an excellent opportunity to celebrate DEEO's work in the community and connect with a diverse audience of businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. Attending and sponsoring the 2025 Diversity in Business Awards Luncheon will allow DEEO to promote the programs and services it offers to Harris County while celebrating the contributions of its staff.
Alternative Options:
Commissioners Court can choose not to approve this sponsorship; failure to approve it will impact DEEO's ability to celebrate this achievement with colleagues and partners.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 3. Make our economy more inclus...
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