Anchor Institution Mission Procurement and Small Business Office hosted two events (in person and virtually) this month as part of UCSF Staff Resource Days (SRD) 2025 that spotlighted the procurement landscape and strengthen community impact. 

“Empowering Small Business Growth” Webinar

The Anchor Institution Mission (AIM) Procurement and Small Business Office hosted a webinar June 3 as part of UCSF Staff Resource Days (SRD) 2025. There was great information shared and resources available to support our small business suppliers. Check out the clips and view the job aide discussed from the webinar in the Small Business Supplier Guide. 

Supplier Connections Expo

The inaugural SRD25 Supplier Connections Expo on June 5 was a hit! There were about 150 attendees throughout the day from the 200 registered – that included staff, leadership, faculty, HAPROXY25 conference guests and students — who were drawn to the action happening in the Fischer Banquet Room. Our small business suppliers, local caterers, and tenants were amazed by the engagement from UCSF. The feedback from our attendees and exhibitors was positive all around, emphasizing that it was one of the best expos that they have ever attended with UC. 

Our goal to support our internal communities knowledge of small and local businesses and amplify our procurement resources available was met. We hope to continue making this event happen yearly, but for now, take a moment to see what you may have missed. 

A special thank you to America To Go; the volunteers from Supply Chain Management, Community and Government Relations, AIM, Office of Diversity and Outreach, and Campus Life Services (these departments that collaborated together for the very first time); and exhibitors Real Estate and University of California Office of the President.