How diverse carriers support supplier-diversity goals while competing on service, safety and value.
Many corporations run supplier diversity programmes to include qualified small and diverse businesses in their supply chains. Transportation is a natural place to start.
Compete on service, not just status
Gelle Transport is a woman-owned and minority-owned company headquartered in Kansas City. Our aim is to win business on service capability, responsiveness, operational responsibility and commercial value.
How we participate
- Corporate supplier registration programmes
- Transportation sourcing events and RFPs
- Long-term carrier procurement arrangements
Supplier registration information · Contact our team
Business benefits of supplier diversity
- Resilience — a broader carrier base reduces dependence on a few large providers.
- Responsiveness — smaller carriers often offer more personal service.
- Community impact — spending with diverse suppliers supports local economies.
- Customer expectations — many customers and investors value inclusive supply chains.
What to look for in a diverse carrier
Certification matters, but so does performance. Look for safety records, on-time performance, insurance, communication and the ability to scale with your needs.
How to start
- Identify lanes where a smaller carrier can add value.
- Invite diverse carriers into your next RFP.
- Start with a trial lane and measure performance.
- Grow the relationship as trust is established.
Gelle Transport welcomes the opportunity to support your network. Request our supplier documents.
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