NASPO Pulse

Matt Oyer, NASPO's Acting Chief Learning Officer: Where the Professional Meets the Development

April 05, 2021 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

We're talking with Matt Oyer, the acting Chief Learning Officer for NASPO. We discuss his roles and responsibilities at NASPO. He shares his thoughts on the importance of professional development in an association, Procurement U's recent IACET accreditation, the new Pro U Gives Back program, and future projects that we can look forward to.

2021 NASPO Board President: Roz Ingram, Director of State Purchasing & Chief Procurement Officer, FL.

March 22, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

We discuss Roz’s responsibilities in Florida, her vision for her 2021 leadership role, and what she’s most looking forward to this year within NASPO and the public procurement profession. Roz describes the challenges and successes CPOs have seen over the past year and what Roz sees on the horizon. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

Roz Ingram, Director of State Purchasing & Chief Procurement Officer, State of Florida: 2021 NASPO Board President.

March 22, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

We discuss Roz’s responsibilities in Florida, her vision for her 2021 leadership role, and what she’s most looking forward to this year within NASPO and the public procurement profession. Roz describes the challenges and successes CPOs have seen over the past year and what Roz sees on the horizon.

Bart Lemmon, NASPO ValuePoint’s Director of Supplier Development and Global Initiatives: ValuePoint Emerging Markets Initiative. Special 2021 NASPO Exchange Episode

February 22, 2021 18:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

In this special edition episode for our upcoming 2021 NASPO virtual Exchange, April 13th–15th, we talk to Bart Lemmon. Bart is NASPO ValuePoint's Director of Supplier Development and Global Initiatives. We examine ValuePoint's Emerging Markets Initiative and how the initiative aims to benefit state procurement officials. Bart also gives helpful advice to potential Exchange attendees. Register for the 2021 Exchange here or by visiting 2021exchange.naspoevents.org/registration/ Follow & subs...

Bart Lemon, NASPO ValuePoint’s Director of Supplier Development and Global Initiatives: ValuePoint Emerging Markets Initiative. Special 2021 NASPO Exchange Episode

February 22, 2021 18:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

In this special edition episode for our upcoming 2021 NASPO virtual Exchange, April 13th–15th, we talk to Bart Lemon. Bart is NASPO ValuePoint's Director of Supplier Development and Global Initiatives. We examine ValuePoint's Emerging Markets Initiative and how the initiative aims to benefit state procurement officials. Bart also gives helpful advice to potential Exchange attendees.

Season 2 Trailer

February 03, 2021 14:00 - 1 minute - 1.32 MB

The NASPO Pulse Podcast is back for a second season! Introducing Amanda Valdivieso, our new co-host!

George Schutter, Chief Procurement Officer for D.C. and 2020 NASPO President: Season Finale

November 16, 2020 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

In our season 1 finale, we interview George Schutter, Chief Procurement Officer for D.C. and 2020 NASPO President. We discuss George's role in the district pre/post COVID-19 and the challenges his jurisdiction is facing. We also examine his year as NASPO president, and the accomplishments made in the face of uncertainty. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

(Part III) Dianne Lancaster, Chief Learning Officer, NASPO: Not Goodbye...See You Soon

November 03, 2020 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

In part III of our interview with NASPO CLO Dianne Lancaster, we conclude the conversation on the importance of teaching Public procurement at the college level. We get Dianne's take on the matter of experience, as well as certification. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

(Part II) Dianne Lancaster, Chief Learning Officer, NASPO: Continue to Learn

November 03, 2020 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

In part II of our conversation with NASPO CLO Dianne Lancaster, we discuss a Chief Learning Officer's responsibilities and the importance of building relationships with academia. Dianne reflects on NASPOS's higher education initiatives, drives home the significance of continuous education. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

(Part I) Dianne Lancaster, Chief Learning Officer, NASPO: A History Lesson

October 20, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

In the first part of this three-part series, we talk with NASPO Chief Learning Officer Dianne Lancaster. In part one, we discuss Dianne’s career, how she got into public service, and the history and evolution of the procurement profession. Be on the lookout for part two and three of Dianne’s interview coming November 3rd. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

Erica Mackellar, Program Principle, NCSL & Shelby Kerns, Executive Director, NASBO: Budgets and Beyond

October 06, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

We talk with Erica Mackellar, Program Principle for the National Conference of State Legislatures & Shelby Kerns, Executive Director of the National Association of State Budget Officers. We discuss tools and strategies states may be looking at for fiscal recovery, the fiscal year 2020 projects both pre and post COVID-19, the role the Central Procurement Office plays in state budgets, and more! Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Face...

Meghan Holmlund, Chief Procurement Officer, State of Montana: Regional Top Priorities

September 22, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

We talk with Meghan Holmlund, Chief Procurement Officer for the state of Montana. We discuss her office's efforts to maximize statewide eProcurement utilization and functionality and training and certification programs. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

Meghan Holmlund, Chief Procurement Officer, State of Montana: Regional Top Priorities

September 22, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

We talk with Meghan Holmlund, Chief Procurement Officer for the state of Montana. We discuss her office's efforts to maximize statewide eProcurement utilization and functionality and training and certification programs. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Twitter | Youtube | Facebook

Dr. Kevin Snyder: NASPO's 2020 Annual Conference Keynote Speaker

September 01, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

We're talking with Dr. Kevin Snyder. Dr. Snyder is (among other things) a motivational speaker who is delivering the keynote presentations at NASPO's 2020 Annual Conference. We discuss organizing your thought process amidst uncertainty and avoiding "head trash." Dr. Snyder gives us a sneak peek into what he'll be talking about during his presentation! Dr. Snyders Website:www.kevincsnyder.com/

Dr. Kevin Snyder: NASPO's 2020 Annual Conference and Shifting Our Thinking

September 01, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

We're talking with Dr. Kevin Snyder. Dr. Snyder is (among other things) a motivational speaker who is delivering the keynote presentations at NASPO's 2020 Annual Conference. We discuss organizing your thought process amidst uncertainty and avoiding "head trash." Dr. Snyder gives us a sneak peek into what he'll be talking about during his presentation! Dr. Snyders Website:www.kevincsnyder.com/ Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Face...

Dr. Mathew Howell, Eastern Kentucky University: Effecting Change in Government Agencies

August 18, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

We talk with Dr. Howell, Associate Professor of Government and Public Administration about practical approaches for implementing mandatory changes to policy and procedures from executive or legislative action, managing relationships with elected officials, and advocating for your office. CLICK HERE to view the webinar: Four Strategies for Effecting Change in Government Agencies. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

Jesse Marks, Procurement Bureau Chief of Goods and Services for the State of Florida: Market Analysis and Procurement Strategy (MAPS)

August 04, 2020 12:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

Jesse Marks, Procurement Bureau Chief of Goods and Services for the State of Florida, explains Market Analysis and Procurement Strategy or MAPS. We discuss how MAPS can help to ensure historical mapping of your procurement, reduces the chance of losing institutional knowledge, and sets a defensible position for selecting the method of purchasing. Click here to watch a recording of the Market Research Panel Webinar: Utilizing Analysis Tools to Acquire Best Value featuring Jesse. Follow & sub...

Jesse Marks: Chief, Bureau of Goods and Services for the State of Florida - Market Analysis and Procurement Strategy (MAPS)

August 04, 2020 12:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB

Jesse Marks, Chief, Bureau of Goods and Services for the State of Florida, explains Market Analysis and Procurement Strategy or MAPS. We discuss how MAPS can help to ensure historical mapping of your procurement, reduces the chance of losing institutional knowledge, and sets a defensible position for selecting the method of purchasing. Click here to watch a recording of the Market Research Panel Webinar: Utilizing Analysis Tools to Acquire Best Value featuring Jesse.

Laurie Brown: Laurie Brown Communications - Learning in a Virtual Environment

July 21, 2020 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

As NASPO's first-ever virtual conference draws near, we speak with Laurie Brown of Laurie Brown Communications. Laurie has been doing speaking and training for over 20 years. She is a CSP (certified speaking professional), as well as a certified virtual presenter. We ask Laurie for some best practices for virtual training attendees. We also try to gain insight for those of you who have recently attempted to design an online resource. Laurie's website: https://lauriebrown.com/

Laurie Brown, Laurie Brown Communications: Learning in a Virtual Environment

July 21, 2020 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

As NASPO's first-ever virtual conference draws near, we speak with Laurie Brown of Laurie Brown Communications. Laurie has been doing speaking and training for over 20 years. She is a CSP (certified speaking professional), as well as a certified virtual presenter. We ask Laurie for some best practices for virtual training attendees. We also try to gain insight for those of you who have recently attempted to design an online resource. Laurie's website: https://lauriebrown.com/ Follow & sub...

Laurie Brown, Laurie Brown Communications: Learning in a Virtual Environment

July 21, 2020 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

As NASPO's first-ever virtual conference draws near, we speak with Laurie Brown of Laurie Brown Communications. Laurie has been doing speaking and training for over 20 years. She is a CSP (certified speaking professional), as well as a certified virtual presenter. We ask Laurie for some best practices for virtual training attendees. We also try to gain insight for those of you who have recently attempted to design an online resource. Laurie's website: https://lauriebrown.com/ Follow & sub...

NASPO Board of Directors President-Elect Series: Jamie Schorr and Delbert Singleton

July 16, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Were talking to the 2021 NASPO Board of Directors President-Elect candidates. In the second episode of this series, we feature Jaime Schorr, Chief Procurement Officer in the Division of Purchases from the State of Maine, and Delbert Singleton, Division Director for Procurement Services in the State Fiscal Accountability Authority Division of Procurement Services for the State of South Carolina. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Fa...

NASPO Board of Directors President-Elect Series: Bob Gleason and Peter Korolyk

July 16, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

In the first episode, the 2021 NASPO Board of Directors President-Elect special series, we talk with Bob Gleason, Chief Procurement Officer for the State of Maryland, and Peter Korolyk, Deputy Director for Government Support Services in the Office of Management and Budget for the State of Delaware. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

Sarah Hilderbrand, NASPO ValuePoint Chief Operations Officer: Sourcing in a Global Pandemic

July 07, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

We check in with Sarah Hilderbrand, Chief Operations Officer, for NASPO ValuePoint. We take a look at how their lead state model benefits government purchasing, and the work NVP has been doing to support states during the pandemic. We also discuss lessons learned and the ongoing communications between public and private entities, academic partners, and other agencies that are a part of the supply chain council. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedI...

Sarah Hilderbrand, NASPO ValuePoint Chief Operations Officer: Sourcing in a Global Pandemic

July 07, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

We check in with Sarah Hilderbrand, Chief Operations Officer, for NASPO ValuePoint. We take a look at how their lead state model benefits government purchasing, and the work NVP has been doing to support states during the pandemic. We also discuss lessons learned and the ongoing communications between public and private entities, academic partners, and other agencies that are a part of the supply chain council. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedI...

Sarah Hilderbrand: NVP Chief Operations Officer

July 07, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

We check in with Sarah Hilderbrand, Chief Operations Officer, for NASPO ValuePoint. We take a look at how their lead state model benefits government purchasing, and the work NVP has been doing to support states during the pandemic. We also discuss lessons learned and the ongoing communications between public and private entities, academic partners, and other agencies that are a part of the supply chain council.

Sarah Hilderbrand: NVP Chief Operations Officer - Lessons Learned Through a Global Pandemic

July 07, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

We check in with Sarah Hilderbrand, Chief Operations Officer, for NASPO ValuePoint. We take a look at how their lead state model benefits government purchasing, and the work NVP has been doing to support states during the pandemic. We also discuss lessons learned and the ongoing communications between public and private entities, academic partners, and other agencies that are a part of the supply chain council.

Sarah Hilderbrand: NVP Chief Operations Officer - Sourcing in a Global Pandemic

July 07, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

We check in with Sarah Hilderbrand, Chief Operations Officer, for NASPO ValuePoint. We take a look at how their lead state model benefits government purchasing, and the work NVP has been doing to support states during the pandemic. We also discuss lessons learned and the ongoing communications between public and private entities, academic partners, and other agencies that are a part of the supply chain council.

Tim Blute: Center for Best Practices Director, NGA. Communication and Partnerships

June 23, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

In episode 8, we discuss the importance of partnership and communication with the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices Director, Tim Blute. We ask Tim about the role of the CPO and how governors can support them through the pandemic. Got a comment? An idea for an episode? Email [email protected], we would love to hear from you!

Tim Blute: Center for Best Practices Director, NGA - Communication and Partnerships

June 23, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

In episode 8, we discuss the importance of partnership and communication with the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices Director, Tim Blute. We ask Tim about the role of the CPO and how governors can support them through the pandemic. Got a comment? An idea for an episode? Email [email protected], we would love to hear from you!

Tim Blute, Center for Best Practices Director, National Governors Association: Communication and Partnerships

June 23, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

In this episode, we discuss the importance of partnership and communication with the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices Director, Tim Blute. We ask Tim about the role of the CPO and how Governors can support them through the pandemic. Got a comment? An idea for an episode? Email [email protected], we would love to hear from you! Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO! naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

Bob Sievert, NASPO Chief Information Officer: Enter eProcurement

June 08, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

We discuss eProcurement with NASPO's Chief Information Officer, Bob Sievert. Bob talks about eProcurement then, and now, how COVID-19 has affected states' desires to implement a system, and how NASPO can assist states who want to understand eProcurement better. Make sure to check out Bob's webinar, eProcurement: What It Is & What It Isn't, Tuesday, June 10th at 3:00 pm ET. Register for that HERE. Got a comment? We would love to hear from you—email [email protected]. Follow & subscribe to st...

Bob Sievert: NASPO Chief Information Officer - Enter eProcurement

June 08, 2020 13:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

We discuss eProcurement with NASPO's Chief Information Officer, Bob Sievert. Bob talks about eProcurement then, and now, how COVID-19 has affected states' desires to implement a system, and how NASPO can assist states who want to understand eProcurement better. Make sure to check out Bob's webinar, eProcurement: What It Is & What It Isn't, Tuesday, June 10th at 3:00 pm ET. Register for that HERE. Got a comment? We would love to hear from you—email [email protected].

John Jimenez: Deputy Assistant Director, FBI - Understanding Fraudulent Trends in PPE Amidst the Pandemic.

May 26, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

We discuss fraud with Deputy Assistant Director John Jimenez of the FBI. During the coronavirus pandemic, chief procurement officials and their staff have been at the forefront in finding PPE and other critical items for their states. Unfortunately, due to the high demand and quick turnaround, fraud is at an all-time high. In this episode, we discuss the role state procurement has played in collecting PPE, fraud risk, mitigation techniques, the importance of reporting, and more! Welcome spec...

John Jimenez, Deputy Assistant Director, FBI: Understanding Fraudulent Trends in PPE Amidst the Pandemic.

May 26, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

We discuss fraud with Deputy Assistant Director John Jimenez of the FBI. During the coronavirus pandemic, chief procurement officials and their staff have been at the forefront in finding PPE and other critical items for their states. Unfortunately, due to the high demand and quick turnaround, fraud is at an all-time high. In this episode, we discuss the role state procurement has played in collecting PPE, fraud risk, mitigation techniques, the importance of reporting, and more! Welcome spec...

John Jimenez: Deputy Assistant Director, FBI. Understanding Fraudulent Trends in PPE Amidst the Pandemic.

May 26, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

We discuss fraud with Deputy Assistant Director John Jimenez of the FBI. During the coronavirus pandemic, chief procurement officials and their staff have been at the forefront in finding PPE and other critical items for their states. Unfortunately, due to the high demand and quick turnaround, fraud is at an all-time high. In this episode, we discuss the role state procurement has played in collecting PPE, fraud risk, mitigation techniques, the importance of reporting, and more! Welcome spec...