Courtney Edmonds is a leading subject matter expert in Diversity & Inclusion, specifically Supplier Diversity, Contract Compliance and Business Development. As the Director of the Office of Supplier Diversity & Inclusion for one of the largest water and wastewater utilities in the country, Courtney provides oversight for ensuring equitable contracting opportunities and is a vocal advocate for the use of diverse and small businesses in WSSC Water’s contracting process. For more than a decade, Courtney has combined her experience in communications, diversity planning and policy development to oversee development programs for diverse and small businesses. Courtney is a native of Indianapolis and received her bachelor’s degree in public relations from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. She is a member of the Institute for Supply Management and American Contract Compliance Association.