National Association of Educational Procurement Signs Strategic Partnership Agreement with National Association of State Procurement Officials

MCLEAN, VA, November 18,  2021 — The National Association of Educational Procurement (NAEP) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO). This agreement strengthens the relationship between NAEP and NASPO, allowing members from both organizations to collaborate, share information, and provide valuable insight into their respective procurement practices.

The partnership between NASPO and NAEP will explore research opportunities on topics relevant to both memberships to increase the skills and professionalism that will elevate the procurement profession.

NAEP’s strategic partners have access to education and professional development through Fusion, NAEP’s Learning Platform. NAEP members will also have access to education and professional development through NASPO’s Procurement U, a multi-faceted education platform. Procurement U courses provide instruction to all levels of procurement professionals.

Additionally, NAEP members will have access to best value, reliable, and competitively sourced contracts available through NASPO ValuePoint.

“We are excited to partner, formally, with NAEP. This relationship will further elevate the procurement profession and provide valuable insight for both organizations. We are encouraged by NAEP’s interest in our educational and professional development programs, and we will strive to be their premier partner moving forward,” said Lindle Hatton, NASPO Chief Executive Officer. “NAEP’s partnership with NASPO will garner opportunities to share and build education programs that enhance and grow procurement professionals to meet today’s rapidly changing environment” said Krista Ferrell, NAEP Executive Director, “We look forward to collaborating with such a dynamic partner as NASPO.”

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About NAEP

The National Association of Educational Procurement (NAEP) is a leading membership organization with a mission to advance institutional and individual success through innovative procurement strategies. Its vision is to be THE sought-after resource on educational procurement innovation. For more information about NAEP, visit NAEPNET.org.

About NASPO

The National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO®) is a non-profit association dedicated to advancing public procurement through leadership, excellence, and integrity. It is made up of the directors of the central purchasing offices in each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the territories of the United States. NASPO is an organization that helps its members as public procurement leaders through promotion of best practices, education, professional development, research, and innovative procurement strategies. For more information about NASPO, visit NASPO.org.