Tanya Pope

Assistant Vice President, University Supplier Diversity of Columbia University in the city of new york

Business Development and Supplier Diversity subject matter expert. Experienced in sourcing professional services, construction contractors and MRO supplies, and travel-related services for Fortune 500 companies. Committed to procurement excellence and best practices.

Tanya provides university-wide support to engage Minority-, Women- and Locally owned Business Enterprises (MWLBE) in the university's construction and maintenance portfolio as well as goods and services. Develop MWLBE plans for university departments to support MWLBE usage. Sourcing of general construction, design and trade vendors. Designed and launched the CU Grow: Vendor Development Program to assist MWLBE vendors gain capacity and grow their business with Columbia University and their key clients.