Regional Ecosystem for Entrepreneurial
Futures Initiative (REEF)

What is REEF?

REEF is an 8-month cohort that brings together corporations who desire to strengthen their supplier inclusion/small business programs and small business who provide the products and services they buy!

Core Focus Areas

Capacity Building

Elevating operational readiness and market competitiveness for local enterprises.

Corporate Relationships

Fostering sustainable, long-term connections between small suppliers and major buyers.

Procurement Access

Opening pathways to high-value commercial and civic contract opportunities.

Program Mission

REEF is designed to intentionally accelerate the growth and utilization of small and local business enterprises across Pittsburgh and surrounding communities. By bridging the gap between major corporations and diverse suppliers, the initiative focuses on:

Strategic Partnership

Delivered in partnership with The National Institute, REEF connects local small businesses, multinational corporations, state leaders and local governments to bridge the gap for new opportunities and cultivate a thriving regional marketplace.

Contact

For more information, contact John Ham at [email protected].