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Mariam Alabdali, MA

[email protected] Curriculum Specialist

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

James Bregenzer

[email protected] Webmaster/Developer

Generally manages and provides technical support for all NASPO and NASPO ValuePoint websites and hosting services, architecture and technical environments
Responsible for the programming, development and maintenance of all underlying applications and APIs/integrations between applications
Coordinate closely with staff and NASPO members on all current/future website and application needs
Monitor and provide insights and reporting on performance and general usage of all websites and applications

Clinton Colliver

[email protected] Chief Financial Officer

Oversees the accounting and human resources departments.
Provides Board and management with financial statements and analysis.
Promotes financial transparency within our organization.
Coordinates investment strategy for the organization

Omar Salinas Chacon

[email protected] Research Coordinator

Develops and manages projects related to best practices and emerging issues in public procurement
Develops and writes research papers and products
Assists with survey administration
Assists with research inquiries
Provides support to Procurement U and conferences

Ted Fosket

[email protected] Cooperative Contract Lead Coordinator

Conducts market research, spend analysis forecasting, and return on investment projections in order to develop cooperative contract portfolio recommendations.
Organizes multi-state and multi-discipline sourcing teams and facilitates sourcing team activities and meetings through the solicitation, award process and contract administration.
Reviews RFP's prior to release to insure consistency with NASPO ValuePoint guidelines and Coordinates the draft and official RFP release to state directors. Facilities the "Intent to Participate" documents.
Provides regular updates to the NASPO ValuePoint website.
Builds and manages relationships with state CPO’s, purchasing staffs, lead contract administrators, sourcing team members, contract users and suppliers.
Responds to inquiries from lead state contract administrators, contract users, existing and potential suppliers

Olivia Hook Frey, MS

[email protected]
Director of Membership Engagement and Strategic Partnerships

Develop and manage NASPO strategic partnerships
Manage new member orientation materials and coordinate new member presentations
Develop and promote awareness of member benefits

Ronda Glover

[email protected] 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

[email protected] 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
Oversees relationship with all C&E partners (travel agency, online registration, hotels/venues, audio/visual, and event decorators)
Develops and implements NASPO's annual C&E budgets

Lindle Hatton, PhD

[email protected] 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

Jordan Henson

[email protected] Procurement U Director

Oversees the development and delivery of Procurement U online courses, publications, and trainings
Maintains relationships with SMEs to develop educational content for Procurement U
Oversees Procurement U certification support and exam prep courses
Supports the Professional Development Committee in achieving its action plan objectives

Jonathan Hollinger

[email protected] Director of Business and Data Analytics

Provides software development and data analytics for NASPO ValuePoint.
Provides technology support to various NASPO ValuePoint programs and events.
Manages analytics research projects and software implementations.

Kristine Howes

[email protected] Deputy Directory of Conference and Events

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

[email protected] Graphic Design and Communications Specialist

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

Daniel Kruger

[email protected] Academic Affairs Manager

Build and maintain relationships with NASPO’s Academic partners .
Attend Academic Partner career fairs to assist in internship and full-time position recruiting efforts for NASPO members.
Manage and evaluate NASPO’s internship program and scholarship program.
Collaborate with membership in developing relationships with local academic institutions.
Collaborate with the professional development team in the creation of conference content for association events, including Academic Forum and Executive Leadership Academy.

Dianne Lancaster, CPPO

[email protected] 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

Bart Lemmon

[email protected] Director of Supplier Development and Global Initiatives

Develops key relationships with supplier executives responsible for public sector marketing
Chairs the Supplier Advisory Council identifying business initiatives designed to increase usage of existing portfolio offerings
Provides education to the supplier community to facilitate participation in ValuePoint
Facilitates supplier contract launch meetings and attends supplier account review meetings in order to promote successful marketplace implementation
Explores business development and emerging market opportunities to promote visibility of ValuePoint

Kevin Minor, MPA

[email protected] Media Production Project Manager

Develops work products, webinars, blog posts, and digital media content creation
Leads NASPO’s sustainable purchasing initiatives, including the Green Purchasing Technical Assistance Funds
Manages the relationship for NASPO’s market research analysis member offered subscriptions, ProcurementIQ and GovWin IQ
Research and policy support

Matt Oyer

[email protected] Deputy Chief Learning Officer

Collaborate with the NASPO Staff and Members in delivering professional development resources to the membership
Manages the creation of courses, publications and resources by the Research & Innovation and Procurement U teams
Oversees the development and delivery of educational content for NASPO conferences
Support the development of relationships with higher education partners

Wendy Payne

[email protected] 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

Lee Ann Pope

[email protected] Director of Administrative Services

Provides administrative support to NASPO ValuePoint Board, Executive Committee and Management Team
Works closely with CEO and COO to coordinate information and deliverables
Oversees NASPO ValuePoint policy and procedures
Works closely with volunteer subcommittees and workgroups
Supports NASPO ValuePoint finances, working directly with the NASPO-NASPO ValuePoint Controller
Provides support for ValuePoint events

Jennifer Salts, CPPO, CPPB

[email protected] 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

Callie Shelley

[email protected] Learning Management System Coordinator

Assists our members/non-members with technical assistant in the learning management system
Maintains Procurement U’s LMS platform
Maintains reports to keep track of our members/non-members professional development
Maintains the logistics of the State and Local Government Procurement: A Practical Guide

Rebecca Montaño-Smith

[email protected] Director of Research and Innovation

Oversees research staff
Coordinates research projects, products and member surveys
Creates new products for NASPO members

Amanda Valdivieso, MBA

[email protected] Learning and Development Coordinator

Assists with development of online courses and live trainings for Procurement U
Provides support and resources to NASPO’s state trainer community
Contributes to NASPO publications, including blog articles, toolkits, and webinars
Supports Procurement U’s outreach and engagement initiatives at partner events

Lauren Bonkowski, BA

[email protected] 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

Jerilyn Bailey

[email protected] Cooperative Contract Coordinator

Provides coordination, administration, coaching, facilitation, and support to State Lead Contract Administrators and their Sourcing Teams as they develop cooperative nationwide public procurements and administer multi-state Master Agreements.
Organizes and facilitates all Lead State and Sourcing Team procurement activities and contract management either directly or in coordination with other NASPO programs to track participation ensuring accurate reimbursement to each state.
Provides outreach to state, local government, and educational organizations on NASPO ValuePoint contracting opportunities.
Provides consultation and assistance with marketing, education, tradeshows, and outreach activities on NASPO ValuePoint’s portfolios.

Richard Carlson

[email protected] Cooperative Contract Revenue Analyst

Coordinates and facilitates the contract sales reporting process with suppliers and lead state contract administrators.
Maintains a master reporting tool that summarizes and manages sales activity by state for each of the NASPO ValuePoint contract portfolios.
Reconciles contract sales report information from suppliers with the actual administrative fees received, and works with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies.
Assists in the third party contract compliance review processes by providing coordination among lead state contract administrators, suppliers and third party auditing firms.
Creates, edits and provides uniform, consistent data on all NASPO ValuePoint cooperative contracts, which includes assisting in the development of the annual budget as it relates to projected revenue.

Lori Denhart

[email protected] 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

Lauren Fields

[email protected] Financial & Administrative Coordinator

Maintains general finance organization for NASPO ValuePoint
Processes, records, codes incoming receipts and invoices
Reviews member travel reimbursement and NASPO ValuePoint Cooperative Purchasing Education Fund submissions
Prepares and mails trade show materials
Assists in contract administration, ensuring contractual benefits are delivered timely and accurately

Priscilla Gandy

[email protected] Director of Conference and Events

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

Samantha Gerard

[email protected] 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

Maya Griffin

[email protected] Membership Engagement and Database Coordinator

Handles all member inquiries
Maintains integrity of member database
Oversees database maintenance of membership files
Monitors and reviews NASPO Network

Eric Hellen

[email protected] Business & Data Analyst

Provides business and data analysis support to NASPO and NASPO ValuePoint which includes software development, analytic report development and technical support.
Provide software development and technical support for the ValuePoint Suppliers Toolbox and the eMarket Center.
Provide backup web development and technical support for the NASPO and NASPO ValuePoint websites.
Provides technical support for various NASPO and NASPO ValuePoint programs, events, and conferences.

Sarah Hilderbrand, J.D., CPPO

[email protected] Chief Operations Officer

Responsible for implementing the strategic mission, vision and overall direction of NASPO ValuePoint as set by the NASPO Board of Directors and ValuePoint Management Board in coordination with the NASPO-NASPO ValuePoint CEO
Ensures effective and efficient use of resources in the management of the NASPO ValuePoint business operations

Jeff Holden

[email protected] Cooperative Contract Coordinator

Provides support to state chief procurement officers and staff relating to cooperative purchasing
Provides education, consultation and support to eligible entities and potential suppliers regarding participation in NASPO ValuePoint contracts
Promotes the value of participation in NASPO ValuePoint contracts to state and local government agencies, public K-12 schools, public institutions of higher education and other eligible participants through attendance at meetings and conferences
Supports strategic relationships with NASPO ValuePoint contractors
Conducts market research to support development of successful cooperative contracts
Supports lead states and sourcing teams in processes related to competitive solicitations and award of cooperative contracts

Justin Kaufman

[email protected] General Counsel for NASPO ValuePoint

Provide advice and counsel to executives, senior management, and board members on legal matters, policy implications, and risk.
Manage portfolio-related legal risk and assist in examination, drafting, and negotiation of vendor agreements across the NASPO ValuePoint portfolios.
Maintain knowledge of the organization’s operations and review and update documents, templates, and policies accordingly.
Provide leadership on conflict management, litigation, and settlement matters.

Kelly J. McKown King

[email protected] Director of Communications and Creative Services

Designs conference and training content for NASPO events
Provides conference services and guidance for NASPO speakers
Supports content development for NASPO resources

Diane Lally, Ph.D.

[email protected] Research Coordinator

Develops and manages projects related to best practices and emerging issues in public procurement
Develops and writes research papers and products
Assists with survey administration
Assists with research inquiries
Provides support to Procurement U and conferences

Tara Larwick

[email protected] Cooperative Contract Coordinator

Provides coordination, administration, coaching, facilitation, and support to State Lead Contract Administrators and their Sourcing Teams as they develop cooperative nationwide public procurements and administer multi-state Master Agreements.
Organizes and facilitates all Lead State and Sourcing Team procurement activities and contract management either directly or in coordination with other NASPO programs to track participation ensuring accurate reimbursement to each state.
Provides outreach to state, local government, and educational organizations on NASPO ValuePoint contracting opportunities.
Provides consultation and assistance with marketing, education, tradeshows, and outreach activities on NASPO ValuePoint’s portfolios.

Megan Lee, MBA

[email protected] Accountant

Maintains accounting department files and records.
Staff contact for purchase cards, maintains policy and monitors for violations.
Maintains and distributes State funding reports.
Oversees travel reimbursement and professional development fund submissions.
Assists Controller as staff support to Investment and Audit Committees.

James Mason

[email protected] Systems/Operations Director

Manages the information technology systems and projects
Manages NASPO technology budget
Works with departmental teams to develop strategies to improve technology experience
Manages Information Technology support for NASPO conferences and events

Dominique Neel

[email protected] 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

Dugan Petty

[email protected] Cooperative Contract Coordinator

Provides leadership, coaching, guidance, facilitation and support to the Lead State and Sourcing Team, and facilitates communication between participating entities and suppliers
Facilitates communication and collaboration between sourcing teams, lead state, key stakeholders and subject matter experts to increase understanding of technology user needs and market conditions.
Provides education and consultation regarding the value proposition of participating in the cooperative through individual meetings and correspondence, as well as through presentations at trade shows and conferences to purchasers, end users and organizations.
Facilitates understanding of cooperative master agreement capabilities, use, and opportunities with both suppliers and government users.
Helps Lead States, Sourcing Teams, end users and staff assess master agreement opportunities and cooperative contract feasibilities that will provide a value proposition to government users.
Develops and supports collaborative relationships with state chief procurement officers, chief information officers and their staffs, as well as local government, K-12 and higher education; along with potential strategic partners such as NASCIO and NASTD.

Wanda Pyle

[email protected] Human Resources Manager

Oversees HR, payroll, benefits, staff handbook and risk management
Manages office operations and procedures
Develops and monitors office budget
Manages central filing system
Oversees Recruitment and On-Boarding process
Coordinates and executes employee trainings
Supports and Assist the Finance Department

Voight Shealy

[email protected] Cooperative Contract Coordinator III

For 20 years, he managed the Materials Management Office, serving as the State’s Chief Procurement Officer responsible for all state procurements including information technology, construction, supplies, and services.
Voight is an honorary member of the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) which he has served as a Board member, Finance Chair, and 2006/2007 President.
He is a recipient of the South Carolina Association of Governmental Procurement Officials James H. Barnes Award and NASPO’s Giulio Mazzone Distinguished Service Award.

Bob Sievert

[email protected] 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

[email protected] General Counsel

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

Fay Tan

[email protected] Cooperative Contract Coordinator

Supports sourcing team solicitation development, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, and contract administration activities, with a focus on IT procurements.
Develops relationships with and engages NASPO members, other procurement staff, and the supplier community to ensure appropriate stakeholders are represented within the ValuePoint cooperative purchasing model.
Provides education and information to public procurement professionals, vendors, and other interested parties on the benefits of cooperative purchasing and participation in NASPO and NASPO ValuePoint.
Represents NASPO ValuePoint at conferences and trade shows, and fosters relationships with other professional organizations to form strategic partnerships for mutual benefit.

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