The NASPO Partnership Forum brings together select partners and state procurement leaders for collaborative discussions focused on advancing public procurement advocacy. Through strategic dialogue and shared expertise, attendees will help shape priorities and strengthen partnerships across the procurement community.

Develop a deeper understanding of public procurement that allows leaders to communicate its value to their organizational members

Understand the key components of the procurement process to become stronger advocates for initiating strategic change

Position procurement staff to have strategic conversations and build relationships with executive decision-makers

Discuss opportunities for CPOs to serve as effective change agents

Participants will be asked to engage in facilitated conversations, bringing their expertise to the table from case studies, research conducted, and consulting with other offices. The time commitment may include pre- and post-work that will be critical to carrying the conversation forward. 

Your time as a participant during this Forum will be greatly valued, as these conversations will pave the path for developing awareness about public procurement.