(Lawrenceville, Ga., Sept. 13, 2024) — Gwinnett County and Griffin & Strong, P.C. will host two informational meetings about the County’s first disparity study. The first meeting will be in person on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at 6 p.m. in the George Pierce Park Community Room at 55 Buford Highway in Suwanee. The second will be a virtual option via Zoom on Thursday, Sept. 19, at 2 p.m.

The disparity study aims to evaluate potential barriers for small and underrepresented businesses and enterprises in County government contracting and purchasing. 

 Both meetings will provide Gwinnett’s business community with an open forum to ask questions, learn about the study and discuss how to participate.  To guide the disparity study, the county assembled an internal team led by the County’s Equity Officer Aisha DeBerry, to work alongside Griffin & Strong, P.C. to achieve a more inclusive business environment.

“It is crucial that we listen and learn from as many local business owners and community stakeholders as possible,” said DeBerry. “By gathering a wide range of perspectives, we continue to support a community where everyone thrives.”

Business owners and residents can register for the in-person meeting on Sept. 18 using Eventbrite or the virtual meeting on Sept. 19 using Zoom. Registration for the in-person meeting is recommended but not required.

For questions or concerns, please email Griffin & Strong, P.C. at GwinnettCountyStudy@GSPCLaw.com.