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TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES THROUGH ECONOMIC INCLUSION™
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Helping Communities Thrive Economically

Let’s build together with purpose.

We strengthen the economic health of our communities and cultivate authentic partnerships to break down barriers. We focus on creating access to meaningful opportunities, enabling small and diverse businesses to thrive.

Advancing Supplier Diversity

The growth of minority-owned and women-owned businesses is essential to our industry. More importantly, it contributes to the overall economic wellbeing of our communities. Our focus is not about 'checking boxes,' it's about ensuring there is robust and real participation for MWBE partners on our projects. By creating access and opportunity to meaningful contracting and career opportunities, we enable diverse businesses to thrive.

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Geodis Park Impact

Allegiant Stadium Impact

Climate Pledge Impact

Meaningful Engagement

You need a partner who makes it their business to know your business.   Our Community Empowerment programs and practices are intentionally designed to advance equity and level the playing field – through mentoring and technical assistance, allyship and partnerships or workforce development training and resources to drive operational excellence. 

The team at Mortenson provided a transformational opportunity for my small business, which has allowed me to expand into a market not previously available to my firm.
Jason Nakamura, 1 Alliance Geomatics (MBE/DBE)
Jason Nakamura 1 Alliance Geomatics (MBE/DBE)
 

Reinvesting in the Community

Lynn Littlejohn - Vice President, Community Empowerment

Shanae Phillips - Community Empowerment Manager

Lindsay Verdugo - Senior Community Empowerment Specialist

Prioritizing Diversity Across Our Industry

Community Empowerment Team

Mortenson’s Community Empowerment team is your dedicated partner, collaborating closely with you to build stronger, more vibrant communities and create lasting positive change together.

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Mortenson…believes in partnerships and shared success achieved through trust, transparency, and customer service. As a result, they have become a trusted partner of the Community.
Bryan D. Meyers, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Bryan D. Meyers Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
 

Equity with Intention

From supporting diversity in the workplace, to advancing careers in construction, to partnering with diverse businesses, Mortenson is dedicated to opening doors and creating economic opportunities for underserved populations in our industry.

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Construction Inclusion Week 

As a founding firm and 2023 chair of Construction Inclusion Week, Mortenson is proud to stand alongside other industry leaders committed to making change. With the goal to build awareness around the need to improve diversity and inclusion in the construction industry, the Week harnesses the power of the industry to drive change.

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Building Diverse Teams, Leaders and Career Opportunities

Rapidly building a larger and more sustainable workforce is crucial to our industry’s success. It is up to us to cultivate a culture and team of diverse talent to solve these challenges and take us to new heights.

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