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2020-2022 Presenting Sponsor
The PIPE Program (Progress, Insight & Performance Education), is a collaboration between Chicago
Minority Supplier Development Council and the University of Phoenix. Aramark is the 2022
Presenting Sponsor of this eight-week, advanced business management program that saves time and
improves company performance.
Participant Eligibility
Participants must be employed by a company certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) through the National
Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), City of Chicago, Cook County, the State of Illinois Business
Enterprise Program (BEP) or certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). The PIPE Program is
recommended for officers or key employees who would benefit from sharpening their business skills. The courses are
designed for individuals who already have basic business knowledge and experience.
Company Eligibility
• Business owner must have at least three (3) years of experience developing/operating their company
• Company must have annual revenue between $200,000 and $50,000,000 (USD)
• Company must employ at least three (3) full or part-time employees
