Supply Nation Connect is a leading online platform connecting Indigenous businesses with corporate and government procurement teams. At its core, the organization is driven by the belief that economic empowerment and employment opportunities are key to closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.

Supply Nation Connect was established in 2009 as a response to the growing recognition of the significant role that procurement can play in driving Indigenous economic development. The platform connects over 2,000 Indigenous businesses with over 450 corporate and government procurement teams across the country, making it the largest national directory of Indigenous businesses.

One of the key features of Supply Nation Connect is its rigorous certification process, which ensures that all businesses listed on the platform are genuinely Indigenous-owned and -operated. To be certified, businesses must undergo an extensive review process, including a site visit and interviews with key personnel, to ensure that they meet the strict eligibility criteria.

Certification with Supply Nation Connect provides Indigenous businesses with a range of benefits, including increased visibility and access to procurement opportunities, as well as access to business development and training resources. By connecting Indigenous businesses with procurement teams, Supply Nation Connect helps to create sustainable and long-lasting economic opportunities that benefit not only individual businesses, but also their communities and the wider Australian economy.

The impact of Supply Nation Connect is significant. Since its establishment, the platform has facilitated over $3 billion in contracts and supplier agreements with Indigenous businesses, and has helped to create over 6,500 Indigenous jobs. These results demonstrate the value of Indigenous businesses to the wider economy, and the importance of creating opportunities for these businesses to thrive.

However, Supply Nation Connect’s impact extends beyond the numbers. By connecting Indigenous businesses with procurement teams, the platform is helping to create meaningful relationships and partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. These relationships are built on a foundation of mutual respect and understanding, and are essential to building a more inclusive and equitable society.

Ultimately, Supply Nation Connect is about more than just procurement. It is about creating a more equitable Australia, where Indigenous businesses and communities have the same opportunities for economic empowerment and success as their non-Indigenous counterparts. By connecting Indigenous businesses with procurement teams, Supply Nation Connect is helping to build a brighter future for all Australians.