Region Conferences 

NAEP Regional Conferences 

NAEP Regional Conferences offer a more personal and locally focused way to connect with peers, explore procurement innovations, and tackle the challenges unique to your area of the country. These conferences bring together procurement professionals from colleges and universities within each region for high-value education, networking, and collaboration. With interactive sessions, local insights, and access to thought leaders in your region, these events are an essential part of NAEP’s commitment to advancing educational procurement across the country.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your campus strategies, expand your professional network, or contribute to the dialogue shaping procurement in higher education, your regional conference is the place to start.

Why Attend a Regional Conference? 

• Regional Relevance: Explore issues and opportunities specific to your region 
• Community Connections: Build lasting relationships with colleagues and partners close to home 
• Professional Development: Learn from procurement leaders and practitioners through practical, applicable content
• Accessible & Affordable: Regional events offer flexible formats, easy travel, and valuable takeaways 

NAEP Regional Communities

NAEP’s regional communities provide a year-round connection to peers, resources, and local initiatives in higher education procurement. Each region hosts its own conference in the fall with a tailored agenda, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities designed specifically for the unique challenges and opportunities in that area.

Beyond the conferences, regional communities foster ongoing engagement through discussion forums, and collaborative projects that allow members to share best practices and insights with colleagues nearby. These communities also offer opportunities to earn CEU credits, participate in regional committees, and contribute to initiatives that advance procurement excellence across campuses in your area. By joining your regional community, members gain both professional growth and a deeper, more personal connection to the NAEP network.

Find Your Region  

New England Region

The NAEP New England Region includes some of the nation’s most historic and academically renowned institutions. Members here are dedicated to excellence in procurement strategy, ethical practices, and continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on community, innovation, and shared learning.

New York Region

The NAEP New York Region supports a vibrant community of procurement professionals serving institutions across the state. With a mix of public and private colleges, universities, and systems, the region values peer connection, operational efficiency, and staying at the forefront of procurement trends and best practices.

Mid-Atlantic Region

The NAEP Mid-Atlantic Region brings together professionals from a diverse and dynamic mix of institutions. With its proximity to major urban centers and government hubs, the region fosters strategic thinking, compliance awareness, and cross-institution collaboration rooted in real-world experience.

South Region

The NAEP South Region blends tradition with innovation, supporting procurement professionals across a wide range of campuses and communities. Known for its welcoming culture and focus on mentorship and shared success, the region encourages open exchange, strategic sourcing, and community building.

Great Lakes Region

Serving institutions in the heart of the Midwest, the NAEP Great Lakes Region is known for its commitment to operational excellence and peer-driven problem-solving. The region brings together procurement professionals who value practical solutions, strong supplier relationships, and the power of regional connection.

Great Plains Region

The NAEP Great Plains Region reflects the values of its geography—resourceful, dependable, and deeply collaborative. Members in this region support one another across institutions, focusing on meaningful partnerships, shared learning, and sustainable procurement practices that strengthen their campuses and communities.

TOAL Region

Representing Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana, the NAEP TOAL Region reflects a strong sense of connection and shared purpose. Members in this region work across a wide range of institution types and sizes, united by their commitment to practical solutions, relationship-building, and regional collaboration.

West Region  

The NAEP West Region is home to a diverse network of procurement professionals who serve institutions across a vast and varied landscape. Known for a spirit of innovation and adaptability, the region emphasizes collaboration, resource sharing, and forward-thinking approaches to higher education procurement.