Mariam Alabdali, MA

Learning and Development Coordinator

• Works with SMEs in developing training programs and e-learning courses
• Supports the NASPO Professional Development Committee and workgroups
• Develops research work products and assists with survey implementation and analysis

Lauren Bonkowski, BA

Financial Coordinator

• Maintains general finance organization
• Processes, records, codes incoming receipts and invoices
• Coordinates with the accounting firm on expense reporting
• Files and retrieves documents and reference materials
• Conducts research, assembles and analyses data to prepare reports and documents

Lori Denhart

Research Project Manager

• Develops and manages projects related to best practices and emerging issues in public procurement
• Administers the Procurement Pulse blog
• Manages the Member Survey
• Assists with research inquiries, development of research work products, and provides support to Procurement U and conferences

Priscilla Gandy

Conferences and Events Manager

• Provides conference services for NASPO sponsored programs and events
• Oversees and facilitates all aspects of event management from site selection, vendor negotiation, event registration, marketing, onsite staffing and post-event reporting
• Negotiates hotel contracts to ensure rate, space, and language is equitable
• Oversees Corporate Travel Management and Event Travel Management programs

Ronda Glover

Conferences and Events Coordinator

• Works on a variety of large and small scale strategic events and special projects to support the organization’s mission
• Supports Conferences and Events Managers in coordinating logistics and planning efforts for all NASPO conferences and events
• Negotiates hotel contracts for NASPO ValuePoint meetings
• Assists in the build and management of Cvent registration websites

Susan Gonzalez, MBA

Chief Conferences and Events Officer

• Oversees conferences and events (C&E) execution and contracted deliverables
• Maintains C&E governance documents, records, policies and operating guidelines
• Administers travel and onsite logistics for NASPO-sponsored programs and events
• Develops and implements NASPO's annual C&E budgets

Lindle Hatton, PhD

Chief Executive Officer

• Executive leadership of strategies and initiatives
• Oversight of the CLO's professional development program management
• Oversight of the CAO and DO's administration and operational management
• Primary spokesperson to advance awareness of and support for NASPO and the public procurement profession

Christina Heilig, M.S.Ed, APTD

Instructional Designer

• Designs, develops and implements e-learning courses and modules
• Determine sequences and creates outlines, storyboards, and treatment approaches
• Produce graphics elements to enhance course delivery
• Evaluates new and emerging technologies

Jordan Henson, MS

Instructional Design Project Manager

• Develops content for Procurement U online courses
• Designs and programs Procurement U courses for online delivery
• Leads development of Procurement U trainings at the NASPO Annual Conference
• Works with SMEs to develop training programs and e-learning courses

Olivia Hook Frey, MS

Academic Affairs Manager

• Coordinates Outreach to prospective educational partners
• Coordinates interaction with academic partners and students
• Arranges participation in university career fairs
• Works with subject matter experts on higher education initiatives

Kristine Howes

Conferences and Events Manager

• Provides conference services for NASPO sponsored programs and events
• Oversees and facilitates all aspects of event management from site selection, vendor negotiation, event registration, marketing, onsite staffing and post-event reporting
• Manage planning committees and work closely with NASPO team on content development for multiple conferences
• Oversees conference website development and contract management

Kelly Kamp

Graphic Design and Communications Specialist

• Designs collateral to spread NASPO's mission
• Maintains brand awareness for organization
• Assists with marketing strategies and outreach

Dianne Lancaster, CPPO

Chief Learning Officer

• Collaborate with the NASPO Board to develop and actualize the professional development vision approved by the Board
• Relationship development with higher education and industry thought leaders
• Management of industry content for educational programming
• Provides procurement and contract management subject matter expertise

Megan Lee, MBA

Financial Coordinator

• Maintains general finance for the organization
• Coordinates with the accounting firm on expense reporting
• Serves as staff support to Investment and Audit Committees
• Reviews member travel reimbursement and professional development fund submissions

Jill Midkiff

Director of Communications

• Oversees public relations, marketing and brand management
• Distributes press releases and serves as primary media contact
• Serves as editor for internal and external communications
• Oversees promotion of NASPO reports, publications and educational offerings
• Manages social media outreach

Kevin Minor, MPA

Research Coordinator

• Creates, writes and develops research work products, webinars, and blog posts
• Supports Green Purchasing Technical Assistance Funds and NASPO's Green Purchasing efforts
• Provides support for ProcurementIQ and GovWinIQ market research tools
• Research and policy support
• Manages and develops NASPO videos

Elena Moreland, MPA

Senior Research Project Manager

• Develops and manages best practice sharing, work products and deliverables
• Coordinates research inquiries and resulting resources and guidance
• Manages the Survey of State Procurement Practices

Dominique Neel

Conferences and Events Coordinator

• Works on a variety of large and small scale strategic events and special projects to support the organization’s mission
• Supports Conferences and Events Managers in coordinating logistics and planning efforts for all NASPO conferences and events
• Negotiates hotel contracts for NASPO ValuePoint meetings
• Assists in the build and management of Cvent registration websites

Matt Oyer, MPA

Director of Learning Solutions

• Develops and manages Procurement U training and professional development initiatives
• Coordinates education inquiries and resulting resources and guidance
• Manages efforts to promote state and national certification

Wendy Payne

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

• Performs general clerical duties and supports finance and member services programs
• Provides committee support and assists with notes/minutes
• Provides customer service to members and suppliers
• Supports meetings, events, outreach, and communication activities as needed

Marisa Raso

Director of Membership and Strategic Engagement

• Manages the overall engagement of NASPO and our members
• Supports the Joint Council, Regional Councils, and the Nominations Committee
• Collaborates with NASPO Boards, Committees, and Staff to develop, implement, and measure the success of the NASPO Strategic Plan
• Works with our strategic partners to ensure a unified vision for the future of state procurement
• Provides support to the NASPO Board and Committees through volunteer management
• Coordinates with other NASPO teams to develop metrics that measure membership engagement, participation, and satisfaction

Jennifer Salts, CPPO, CPPB

Chief Administrative Officer

• Provides administrative support to NASPO Board and Executive Committee
• Oversees contracted workplan deliverables
• Consults with states and stakeholders to promote best practice sharing
• Supports member engagement activities
• Provides procurement and contract management subject matter expertise

Stephanie Schlueter, MPA

Research Coordinator

• Manages and oversees the Cronin Awards for Procurement Excellence
• Develops and implements the Member Survey
• Edits and maintains the How to Do Business with State Governments Guide
• Creates, writes, and develops research work products, webinars, and blog posts

Katie Scott, MA

Research Coordinator

• Works to support both the Research and Innovation teams and the Procurement U training side of NASPO
• Assists in the administration of the Procurement Pulse Blog
• Assists with academic partner outreach
• Supports Green Purchasing Technical Assistance Funds and NASPO’s Green Purchasing efforts
• Develops research work products and supports the creation of any ongoing projects

Bob Sievert

Chief Information Officer

• Manages and oversees NASPO technology infrastructure initiatives
• Provides leadership to implement new and appropriate technology innovations into all NASPO programs
• Provides procurement automation and eProcurement subject matter expertise
• Collaborates with industry thought leaders related to technology in procurement to drive innovation and evolution to better support member needs

Megan Smyth, JD

Director of Research and Innovation

• Develops and manages the discussion of emerging issues in procurement, work products, and deliverables
• Manages IT Procurement Negotiations initiatives
• Coordinates research inquiries and resulting resources and guidance
• Supports conferences, Procurement U and Procurement Law Institute

VACANT

Member Engagement Coordinator

• Oversees all member inquiries as they relate to account status, dues, and general NASPO questions
• Supports the NASPO Regions
• Assists with member communications
• Works with our members to provide support during event registration
• Maintains the accuracy of the NASPO database

VACANT

LMS Coordinator