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November 13, 2023

Wells Fargo names Ronald Tate head of supplier diversity

Wells Fargo & Co. recently named Ronald Tate Jr. head of supplier diversity and supply chain sustainability. He joined Wells Fargo in September 2023 and will report to Barb Kubicki-Hicks, chief procurement officer.

In this role, Tate leads a team of supplier diversity professionals to build relationships within the communities Wells Fargo serves through the development, inclusion and utilization of certified minority, women, LGBTQ, veteran, disability-owned and small business enterprises. He will implement an integrated approach with strategic sourcing, procurement and the company’s lines of business to generate increased opportunities for certified diverse suppliers, working closely with the diverse segments, representation and inclusion team.

“Our work in supplier diversity and supply chain sustainability continues to be very important to us,” said Kubicki-Hicks. “Ron's depth of professional experience and community involvement will help us and our suppliers fulfil our supply chain needs.”

Tate brings a wealth of experience, joining Wells Fargo from Honeywell International Inc., where he led strategic sourcing for global real estate and facilities. He managed a team responsible for sourcing and supplier management functions supporting Honeywell operations in 70 countries.

His career includes supply chain leadership roles at multinational corporations including Bank of America, AIG, Delta Air Lines and Procter & Gamble. He is passionate about supplier development and has led the implementation of several highly effective supplier diversity and supply chain sustainability programs in the banking Industry.

For more than 30 years, Wells Fargo’s supplier diversity program has served as a key part of the company’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I). Wells Fargo works to establish relationships with diverse suppliers who better reflect the customers and communities it serves.