The host committee for next year's Democratic National Convention in Chicago announced Wednesday the creation of an advisory council to assist efforts to ensure broad involvement of businesses owned by diverse racial, ethnic and gender entrepreneurs participate in the convention.
Neely said the diversity council provides an opportunity for 'promoting equity and inclusion in the business landscape' and said the economic impact of the DNC will 'create new opportunities for businesses, showcasing their proven talents and capabilities to the world.'
The host committee wants to ensure that the August convention 'highlights and utilizes Chicago's robust diverse business community,' said Christy George, the committee's executive director. Creating the council 'is a critical step in ensuring business and individuals from a wide array of backgrounds have a seat at the table where decisions are being made,' George said.
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