Beth Calhoun Calvo

Beth Calvo is the Procurement Director at WNET New York Public Media, a role she has held since joining the organization in 2016.14 As Procurement Director, Beth is responsible for overseeing purchasing activities and helping WNET obtain goods and services at the right price and quality.4

Some key points about Beth Calvo's role and background:

1. She implemented an updated procurement policy at WNET and worked to streamline procurement processes since joining in 2016.1

2. Prior to joining WNET, Beth worked in various procurement roles in the pharmaceutical industry.1

3. Beth plays a key role in WNET's supplier diversity program, which was launched in April 2021. She leads this program in partnership with WNET's Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion Officer.1

4. The supplier diversity program aims to better align WNET's supply base with the communities it serves, as part of the organization's ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.1

5. As Procurement Director, Beth is part of WNET's Finance team, working under Caroline C. Croen, who is the Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer of The WNET Group.2

Beth Calvo's role is crucial in supporting WNET's operations and its mission to create inspiring media content for diverse audiences nationwide. Her work in procurement and supplier diversity contributes to the efficient functioning of WNET, which is the nonprofit parent company of several public media channels including New York's THIRTEEN, WLIW21, and NJ PBS.13