businesses , exceeding its goal of at least 21.5 % of its spend .

“ We absolutely believe that our supplier base should be as diverse as our employee base and the customers we serve . We will maintain our focus on an inclusive supply chain that recognises the value Black-owned and other diverse suppliers bring to AT & T . That means continuing and deepening current relationships while seeking new suppliers with unique , innovative , costefficient capabilities that align with our business priorities ,” said Johnson .

In 2019 , Johnson was honoured with a Distinguished Service Award by the Wireless Infrastructure Association ( WIA ) for her dedication to diversity and inclusion , and the education of younger generations .

“ With her vision , AT & T has led efforts to expand diversity and inclusion as well as to educate the next generation of wireless workers . Her focus on STEM education , especially for underrepresented segments of the population such as young women and minorities , is making a big difference . Everyone who has seen Susan ’ s passion about expanding the wireless industry ’ s diversity and educational outreach understands why she has had such a huge impact on people and businesses that support the wireless economy . There is no better person to honor with the Distinguished Service Award than Susan Johnson ,” said Jonathan Adelstein , President and CEO of WIA .

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