Leadership Message
“Cargill is committed to leading the change our industries and communities need. That includes our efforts to partner with suppliers who reflect the rich diversity of the communities where we do business. By more equitably engaging a broad diversity of perspectives in the work we do to nourish the world, we’re positioning Cargill to serve our customers better – and it’s making us a better company.”
-Brian Sikes, Cargill President and Chief Executive Officer
“A strong focus on supplier diversity helps our businesses, our employees and our communities to Thrive. Diverse suppliers play a critical role in driving growth and innovation for Cargill, and we know that they are strong contributors to the health and well-being of the communities in which we live and work.“
- Todd Stohlmeyer, Cargill Global Procurement and Transportation Leader
“To make lasting change and overcome generations of inequality in food and agriculture, we are partnering with our customers and organizations across the industry to build consumer-driven specialty supply chains and sustainable solutions. I believe great products and service come from diverse suppliers and, at Cargill, we’ll continue to invest in these partnerships.”
- Binh Tran, Cargill Global Procurement Leader
“I believe everyone has a unique strength, and when we bring these strengths together we can accomplish anything. We know diversity, equity, and inclusion are key to unlocking these possibilities, especially diversity in our supplier ecosystem. We will continue to partner with diverse suppliers, leveraging their unique strengths so, together, we can improve the world in which we all live.”
- Pam Barley, Cargill Global Direct Materials and North America Regional Leader
"When our suppliers reflect the communities we work and live in, we all Thrive. Just as we find strength in our employment practice, we should find that same strength in our supply chain. When our suppliers bring in different diverse perspectives, they help us become a better supplier to our global customers.”
- Natalie McGrady, Cargill Global Supplier Diversity Program Leader