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By JACKIE FALLIS | Photos by SHELLEE FISHER PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN

C harles “Chuck” White, vice “Nationwide benefits from the creativity and

“I want everyone to be successful,” he said.
president
procurement
of
innovation of their products, services and solutions.
for Nationwide, is leading by
We also benefit from their loyalty to the Nationwide
example when it comes to building an brand when they buy financial and insurance
inclusive supplier ecosystem. The Navy services and solutions, diverse suppliers’ products
veteran and long-time procurement and services drive. In turn, these small suppliers

professional believes that helping small and can grow, prosper and economically impact their
communities. We both win. That’s where we all want
diverse businesses become successful is a
to be.”
win for everyone. White was raised in an intergenerational

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