Lily Keeffe
Supplier Diversity Executive | Delivering Strategic Procurement Solutions that Enhance Profitability, Innovation, and Equity
- Role
- Procurement Equity and Supplier Management Advisor at Seattle City Light
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lily Keeffe
I am a transformational leader with a proven track record of casting vision, driving high-level strategic initiatives, and creating sustainable change across government, public sector agencies, private organizations, and social impact spaces. Throughout my career, I have developed programs that enhance accountability, expand access, and promote inclusive growth.As a Supplier Diversity and Procurement Leader with a strong foundation in economics, finance, and business analysis (Deloitte-trained, PMP-certified, and holding a Master’s degree in Economics), I specialize in modernizing procurement systems, advancing contracting equity, enhancing operational efficiency, mitigating risk, and driving economic inclusion. I am passionate about optimizing processes, developing high-performing teams, and delivering measurable impact across the value chain.In my most recent leadership roles, I have leveraged expertise across procurement, contracts, compliance, and inclusive contracting strategies to broker win-win solutions for stakeholders. I believe equitable contracting is not only about access — it is about building stronger organizations, communities, and sustainable economies.Key Achievements Increased Seattle City Light’s WMBE achievement from 17% to 27% for consulting contracts and from 19% to 22% for goods and services in one year. Developed and launched Seattle City Light’s first WMBE training and curriculum for employees. Built and scaled Seattle Children’s Supplier Diversity Program, raising diverse spending from $39M in 2021 to $54.3M in 2022. Led business consultations across five states, securing over $200M in government contracts for small and diverse businesses. Secured $20M in financing for disadvantaged businesses through the Short-Term Lending Program (STLP).ExpertiseContracting Equity | Supplier Diversity Development | Inclusive Procurement StrategiesProgram Development | Compliance and Regulatory Standards | Business AnalysisStakeholder Engagement | Cross-Functional Team Leadership | Process Optimization
Experience
Procurement Equity and Supplier Management Advisor
Sep 2023 — Present · Seattle, WA, US
Education
University of Washington
certificate, Business Analysis
2020 — 2021
Bellevue College
certificate, Project Management
2018 — 2019
Universitas Katolik Parahyangan
BA, Law
1993 — 1997
New Mexico State University
MA, Economics
1998 — 2000
Skills
- Coaching
- Management Consulting
- Budgets
- Community Outreach
- Community Development
- Policy Analysis
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Management
- Public Speaking
- Project Planning
- Leadership Development
- Public Relations
- Business Strategy
- Research
- Grants
- Team Leadership
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Government
- Nonprofits
- Market Research
- Team Building
- Management
- Program Development
- International Relations
- Budgeting
- Policy
- Organizational Development
- Leadership
- Business Planning
- Contract Management
- Program Management
- Marketing
- Non-Profits
- Economic Development
- Strategy
- Proposal Writing
- Strategic Partnerships
- Strategic Communications
- Change Management
- Entrepreneurship
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