Michelle Mendes has been promoted as the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office’s new Director of Programs and Engagement. In her new position, she will lead the team responsible for conducting outreach, creating partnerships with community organizations, and hosting and attending events to support underserved businesses. A Mashpee Wampanoag tribal member, Mendes has been with the SDO for three years, and previously served as a Certification Investigator for diverse and small businesses. Congratulations Michelle on this well-deserved promotion!