As Google’s first director of supplier diversity and sustainability, Chris Genteel leads efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and environmental sustainability through Google’s buying. In his 11-year tenure, he has led programs and partnerships driving over $500 million in direct economic impact for black, indigenous and people of color, women, and LGBTQ entrepreneurs while driving bottom-line and user trust outcomes. As director of business inclusion, Chris created Google’s Supplier Diversity Program, Grow with Google Digital Coaches, and Accelerate with Google. He also spearheaded Connect, Google’s internal volunteer platform, which has enabled 7,000 employees to engage in diversity projects globally.