Matthew Mullens
Founder of Empasta
Matthew Mullens, MBA, is a Certified Supplier Diversity Professional (CSDP) with 5years of experience advancing equitable procurement practices at IBM. He has served as a BPO Consultant, Supplier Diversity Manager for North America, and currently as a Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO), leading federal subcontracting compliance and small business inclusion initiatives. Beyond IBM, Matthew can relate to some challenges small businesses face from his time as an entrepreneur who developed an award-winning plant-based food product recognized for its sustainability and market innovation. He is passionate about advocating for small businesses, sustainability, and emerging sectors such as fintech to drive lasting business and community impact.
Expertise
- DEI
- Project Management
- Resilience
- Strategy
- Sustainability