CEO Statement on Supplier Diversity

Staples is committed to supporting and doing business with diversity suppliers. We believe that by working together with diverse suppliers, we can Make More Happen for our shareholders, customers and business partners. By including diverse businesses in our supply chain, we help to create opportunities and growth in the communities we serve.

Connecting customers with suppliers

Staples' business-to-business Supplier Diversity Program helps our customers achieve their corporate diversity goals. We create vendor-buyer relationships that allow diverse organizations to continue to develop in our communities, while offering our customers a wider selection of quality products at competitive prices.

Diversity Council Affiliations

Staples is a member of the following national and regional diversity councils:

National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)

Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), Committee Member

National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC)