MedStar Health's commitment to Business Diversity
At MedStar Health, our focus on Business Diversity supports our commitment to health equity and strengthens our region overall. This emphasis is at the core of our identity and is essential to our brand promise, It’s how we treat people.
As the largest healthcare system in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, MedStar Health is committed to our vision to be the trusted leader in caring for people and advancing health.
Business Diversity ensures equity is embedded into our contracting and purchasing practices organization-wide as we work to best reflect the communities around us. With this commitment, we deepen our meaningful positive impact on the communities we serve, as both healthcare providers and community partners.
Introducing the MedStar Health Business Diversity Portal
We are excited to share the development of our Business Diversity Portal to connect business owners with MedStar Health.
Registering your business in the portal enables you to present your brand/company’s capabilities in advance of procurement opportunities that may arise at MedStar Health.
To register, visit BusinessDiversity.MedStarHealth.org.
Full launch of the portal is anticipated for late Spring 2025.
Technical support is provided within the platform by NectariQ, our technology partners or by email at support@nectarconnects.com.
Please note: It is important to note that while registration provides visibility and access to our platform, it does not guarantee allocation of work or projects.
Business diversity in our community
CEO Action for Diversity Pledge
President and CEO Kenneth A. Samet signed the pledge in 2023, joining a coalition of CEOs in a commitment to advance diversity and inclusion.
Business Diversity Awards and Recognition
2024 Most Committed Healthcare Executive for Minority Business Enterprise
Director of Business Diversity Shermaine Pollard was selected by the Md. Washington Md. Companies Associations as the Most Committed Healthcare Executive for Minority Business Enterprise
2024 Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award
Director of Business Diversity Shermaine Pollard was recognized as an individual who makes a significant difference through their work and community efforts.
Additional information
Business Diversity—Growing community, building equity.
Explore the Business Diversity portal.