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Dr. Jake Smithwick is a professor at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. His research focuses on organizational performance benchmarking within procurement, facility management, construction, and business services. His industry experience includes work on more than $500M of procured services, field inspection of nearly 2,000 roofing systems across the United States, and six years in the US Air Force Reserve (civil engineering squadron)....

Speaker Spotlight: Jake Smithwick, PhD, MPA Dr. Jake Smithwick is a professor at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. His research focuses on organizational performance benchmarking within procurement, facility management, construc…

The 53rd Annual Conference opens Tuesday, October 19th with a delicious breakfast, and brief welcome remarks from NPI President Kim Gould. Our keynote speaker will be Ron Holifield, CEO of SGR. Ron is a Servant Leadership Provocateur who is willing to "go there" and say out loud what we all know...that in order to create something better in ourselves and within our organizations, we have to own our part of the problem and be willing to disrupt the status quo. Learn more about Ron at

Event Feature: Opening Ceremony and Keynote Presentation The 53rd Annual Conference opens Tuesday, October 19th with a delicious breakfast, and brief welcome remarks from NPI President Kim Gould. Our keynote speaker will be Ron Holifield, CEO of SGR. Ron…

Join us for the “Mask-erade” at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Planet Hollywood is a star-packed hotel that features many amenities and entertainment options such as the Miracle Mile Shops and the Planet Hollywood Spa. The Conference room rate of $81.00 (Monday) / $121.00 (Tuesday-Wednesday) plus taxes per night is available through September 26th, or until the group block is sold out. Book your room here:

Spotlight on the Host Hotel Join us for the “Mask-erade” at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Planet Hollywood is a star-packed hotel that features many amenities and entertainment options such as…

The Carlton N. Parker Award is the most prestigious award presented to an individual by the National Procurement Institute (NPI). The criteria for receiving the award, as established by the NPI Board of Directors, requires that the nominee has made outstanding contributions to the development and progress of NPI and the public procurement profession. All NPI members are encouraged to nominate a public procurement professional who is deserving of this award.

Carlton N. Parker Award – 2021 Call for Nominations The Carlton N. Parker Award is the most prestigious award presented to an individual by the National Procurement Institute (NPI). The criteria for receiving the award, as established by t…

Don’t miss your chance to receive your AEP Award in person at the 53rd Annual Conference Gala and AEP Award Presentation on Wednesday, October 20th! There’s only one 53rd Annual NPI Conference and the Gala and Award Presentation will be an exceptional event. Register today at and take advantage of discounted rates.

Calling All AEP Award Recipients! Don’t miss your chance to receive your AEP Award in person at the 53rd Annual Conference Gala and AEP Award Presentation on Wednesday, October 20th! There’s only one 53rd Annual NPI Conference and …

We are back in person and ready to see you! Join us for the “Mask-erade” as we celebrate a New Day in Public Procurement. Register today to take advantage of early bird discounts at

Registration is Now Open for the 53rd Annual Conference! We are back in person and ready to see you! Join us for the “Mask-erade” as we celebrate a New Day in Public Procurement. Register today to take advantage of early bird discounts at

Congratulations to all 2021 AEP Award Recipients! For 2021, there were 179 successful applicants including 63 cities, 40 counties, 36 special districts, 19 school districts, 12 higher education agencies, 7 state or provincial agencies and 2 others. For a list of recipients please visit

2021 AEP Award Winners Announced! Congratulations to all 2021 AEP Award Recipients! For 2021, there were 179 successful applicants including 63 cities, 40 counties, 36 special districts, 19 school districts, 12 higher education age…

The National Procurement Institute (NPI) Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations for 2021-2022 Officers and Directors and 2021 Honorary Members. Officers and Directors This is your chance to be part of the leadership of the National Procurement Institute! The NPI Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for 2021 - 2022 NPI Officers and Directors. In accordance with the NPI Constitution and Bylaws, the governing body of NPI consists of six Officers and six Directors....

NPI 2021-22 Call for Nominations The National Procurement Institute (NPI) Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations for 2021-2022 Officers and Directors and 2021 Honorary Members. Officers and Directors This is your chance…

The National Procurement Institute is issuing a Call for Speakers to provide educational sessions during the 53rd Annual Conference to be held at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, October 19-21, 2021. This years conference theme is - "Mask-erade - A New Day in Public Procurement". NPI invites those interested to visit our website for more information and instructions on submitting your proposal. Call for Speakers (npi-aep.org)

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2021 Annual Conference: Call for Speakers! The National Procurement Institute is issuing a Call for Speakers to provide educational sessions during the 53rd Annual Conference to be held at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, …

Just a friendly reminder that the AEP application deadline is Saturday, May 15 at midnight eastern standard time. Also, the payment and application completion routine have changed from previous years. For further information, please view the instructions in the video below beginning at the 16:30 mark.

Reminder! AEP Application Deadline Is Approaching! Just a friendly reminder that the AEP application deadline is Saturday, May 15 at midnight eastern standard time. Also, the payment and application completion routine have changed from previous yea…

Please visit the NPI YouTube Channel to view a recording of the 4th of five AEP Educational Session webinars. This webinar was held April 28th, 2021 via Zoom. Criterion 15, Sustainable Procurement & 16 Cooperative Procurement.

AEP Education Series April 28th Webinar Recording Now Available! Please visit the NPI YouTube Channel to view a recording of the 4th of five AEP Educational Session webinars. This webinar was held April 28th, 2021 via Zoom. Criterion 15, Sustainable Procurement …

Please visit the NPI YouTube Channel to view a recording of the 3rd of five AEP Educational Session webinars. This webinar was held April 7th, 2021 via Zoom. Criterion 7, Utilization of Electronic Commerce and Automated Technology.

AEP Education Series April 7th Webinar Recording Now Avaliable! Please visit the NPI YouTube Channel to view a recording of the 3rd of five AEP Educational Session webinars. This webinar was held April 7th, 2021 via Zoom. Criterion 7, Utilization of Electronic …