When the Chicago White Sox first launched the Diverse Business Partners Program in 1998, we sent letters to diverse companies outlining our procurement needs and requirements, and we invited those companies to bid on the commodities we purchase. One of the letters was sent to Kopico Printing, which is located very close to US Cellular Field.

Kopico quickly responded to our invitation. We met to discuss our needs and their capabilities.  During that meeting, Kopics expressed how excited and impressed they were that an organization such as the White Sox would seek them out. Kopico clearly had the capabilities we needed to service several of our printing jobs.  They were awarded several contracts and we have enjoyed an outstanding relationship ever since.

Kopico has often turned jobs around for us in very short time periods. They have provided us with envelopes, letterhead, brochures, ticket coupons, certificates, invoices, and invitations. In 2005, they again provided the Chicago White Sox with outstanding service and quality.

Baseball's supplier diversity initiative is called the Diverse Business Partners Program because we think of our suppliers as more than mere suppliers, they are our partners.  We support them and they support us.  Since Kopico was one of the first diverse suppliers to respond to our outreach efforts, I like to point to them as a prime example of what we mean by partners.  They not only support the White Sox though their printing operations, but they are fans of our organization and regularly show their support by purchasing tickets and suites during our home games. The relationship is a mutually beneficial one and we feel fortunate to have them as a supplier. 

It is the Chicago White Sox's pleasure to recognize Kopico as one of our preferred suppliers, and one of America's Best Diverse Suppliers^(R).

Mike Spidale

Purchasing Manager

2005 World Series Champions Chicago White Sox