Supporting a Path to Innovation and Growth

We’re helping diverse businesses thrive

July 14, 2025

2 mins

Diversity & inclusion

In an increasingly interconnected and competitive world, supplier diversity has become a key driver of innovation, economic growth, and social responsibility. We believe that by embracing a diverse supplier base, companies can access new perspectives, enhance their competitive edge, and contribute to the development of underrepresented businesses and communities.

Supporting SC on delivering high impact individual events, Events Design Studio has been a valued partner across key commercial hubs in West Africa. Together, Events Design Studio has translated traditional values into real world experiences across a wide range of activities from as product activations, client appreciation dinners, investment briefings, town halls, and leadership forums and tailored guest experiences.

“Over the past 12 years, Standard Chartered Bank has played a pivotal role in shaping our journey at Event Design Studio. As a proudly woman-owned business, partnering with SCB has not only given us the opportunity to co-create and deliver memorable events across Nigeria, but also exposed us to the systems, standards, and discipline required to scale sustainably.

From our early days as a small boutique studio to becoming a recognized force in the industry, SCB has been more than a client — they’ve been a significant catalyst in our growth story. We’re proud of what we’ve built together and grateful for the trust and partnership”.
– Juyin Demuren, Creative Director, Events Design Studio

“We believe that empowering diverse suppliers is far more than a gesture of inclusion; it is a strategic imperative that drives innovation, economic growth, and community development. Partnering with Event Design Studio exemplifies how fostering diverse supplier relationships can lead to mutual success and sustainable growth”.
– Adebanke Oshinowo, Head Supply Chain Management, Nigeria

Through strategic partnerships, we foster the creation of tangible growth opportunities for our suppliers. Witnessing EDS’s remarkable evolution with SC has been a privilege, and reaffirms our steadfast commitment to supplier diversity and the people we work with.

Joke Adu

Head of Corporate Affairs, Brand and Marketing, Nigeria

At Standard Chartered, we invest in the capabilities and potential of diverse suppliers not only enhance their own competitive edge but also contribute to building a more resilient and inclusive economy for ourselves. It’s a win-win for all. As we move forward, let us continue to champion supplier diversity, we recognise it as a cornerstone for creating a stronger, more vibrant future for all.