Carla Cobb

Fifth Third Bank

Vice President Supplier Diversity

Carla Cobb serves as Director of Supplier Diversity. She is responsible for leading an integrated and intentional strategy of infusing the Bank’s supply chain with Minority, Women, Veteran, LGBT+ and Disabled-owned businesses. Her efforts influence economic inclusion by increasing the Bank’s diversity spend, expanding the number of diverse suppliers, and continuing our commitment to invest in small businesses.

Carla Cobb recently joined Fifth Third bank after working at the Procter & Gamble Company for over 33yrs. She was a Supplier Diversity Manager for North America managing a spend program of over $2B, and a sourcing manager for over 24yrs buying packaging materials, contract manufacturing and professional services, as well as global relocation and global credit card program services.

Education
Associate Degree, Cincinnati Metropolitan College Business Administration

Professional and Civic
Board Member Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council
Co-Chair Programs & Events Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council
Leader of the Supplier Diversity Professional Leaders Support Group
United Way Member of Policy Committee
Former Billion Dollar Roundtable Member

Awards
P&G Phoenix Award – Highest Honor in Purchases Organization