NASPO Pulse National Association of State Procurement Officials

Unlock the secrets of government procurement with our esteemed guest, Bob Gleason, Broward County's procurement director, as we navigate the delicate intricacies of state and local government purchasing. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone keen to understand the legislative frameworks and strategic approaches that distinguish procurement at these two governmental levels. Gain exclusive insights as Bob dissects the governance, processes, and stakeholder dynamics that ensure transparenc...

Unlock the potential hidden within your workforce as Blair Corcoran de Castillo from Opportunity at Work joins us to discuss the transformative STARS program. Skilled Through Alternative Routes is not just an initiative; it's a revolution in recognizing the value and capability of the over 70 million American workers who lack a bachelor's degree yet are equipped with diverse and robust skill sets.In this episode, we shed light on the challenges that state governments face in recruitment and w...

Happy 2024! For our first Pulse Podcast of the new year, we interview the 2024 NASPO President, Valerie Bollinger, Chief Procurement Officer for the state of Idaho. We talk about her presidential initiatives: unifying the procurement profession, innovation, and promoting careers in procurement. She also shares with us her aspirations for the impact her presidential year will have on the world of procurement. Follow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO!naspo.org | Pulse Blog ...

Will Camp, Supplier Relations Manager, discusses His offices process in hiring an Intern, what the day-to-day looks like for an intern in Michigan, process the intern contributed to, and more.For Inquiries into NASPO's internship program please email Shaquasia Barksdale at sbarksdale@naspo.orgFollow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO!naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

Sorraia Tavares, Operations Services Division, discusses Her experience with a NASPO intern, the impact having an intern had on her office, what it takes to be a successful intern.For Inquiries into NASPO's internship program please email Shaquasia Barksdale at sbarksdale@naspo.orgFollow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO!naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook

David O'Neil, Chief Procurement Officer, and Jody Klevin, Chief Learning officer discuss what North Carolina is doing to attract talent to their state, how to keep their NASPO interns engaged, and the tools that state equips the interns with for the future.For Inquiries into NASPO's internship program please email Shaquasia Barksdale at sbarksdale@naspo.orgFollow & subscribe to stay up-to-date on NASPO!naspo.org | Pulse Blog | LinkedIn | Youtube | Facebook