Familiar Face
Veronica Cook-Euell
Supplier Diversity Program Manager
Procurement
Kent Campus
JOB DESCRIPTION:
I am responsible for developing, advancing and guiding vendor relationships and managing supplier diversity projects and initiatives, and serving as a liaison with minority- and women-owned businesses.
WORKED AT KENT STATE SINCE:
March 2011
EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY:
Akron Urban League
LIKES MOST ABOUT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY:
What I like most about Â鶹ÊÓƵ is the diversity in majors, people, programs, ideas and opportunities.
ATTRACTION TO KENT STATE UNIVERSITY AS AN EMPLOYER:
The opportunity to blend my love for inclusion with the university’s goals for the same
RESIDES IN:
Akron (Copley), Ohio
HOMETOWN:
Chicago, Illinois
EDUCATION:
MBA, Executive M.B.A. Program, Â鶹ÊÓƵ; M.Ed.—Master in Special Education -- American Sign Language, Â鶹ÊÓƵ; M.A.—Master of Arts in Psychology with diversity specialization, Cleveland State University
HOBBIES:
Going to garage sales, listening to R&B oldies but goodies and inspiring motivational speakers, and giving back
