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The Central Gulf Coast Chapter of NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement is thrilled to announce our 2024 chapter award winners!



🎉 Procurement Specialist of the Year: Kathy Fields, City of Niceville

🎉 Procurement Manager of the Year: James Walters, City of Niceville


A huge thank you to our members for your nominations and votes. Please join us in congratulating James and Kathy on this well-earned recognition—congratulations!

🚨 Calling all vendors! 🚨 Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and learn the ins and outs of doing business with government agencies? Join class instructor, Cindy Norton, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, for the How to Do Business Workshop the day before the Reverse Trade Show this May, hosted by the Central Gulf Coast Chapter of NIGP!

This workshop is offered to vendors as an optional add on the day before the tradeshow, as an exclusive opportunity for you to hear from purchasing professionals best practices, tips & tricks to boost your success with submitting proposals and bid submissions to government agencies.



Lunch is included in the cost of admission & a special gift will be available for the first 50 vendors registered. Don't wait secure your spot now when registering for the 17th Annual Reverse Tradeshow.



📌 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gxUNHjmu

The CGCC of NIGP is excited to Unite Florida NIGP chapters to discuss hot-button topics impacting procurement professionals across the state. This is a great opportunity to collaborate, share insights, and strengthen our network. Join us for this free virtual event!

Dear CGCC Members,

I hope this message finds you well! As we move forward in 2025, I want to take a moment to thank the prior board & president for their contributions, and reflect on the incredible work our chapter has accomplished and share some exciting plans for the year ahead.

Our chapter continues to thrive because of the dedication and engagement of our members, volunteers and valued vendor partners. Whether it’s through professional development opportunities, networking events, or collaborative initiatives, your involvement makes a difference. Last year, we saw tremendous success with events like the Pars for a Purpose Golf Tournament, and The Reverse Tradeshow, and we’re looking forward to building on that momentum in the years to come.
Looking ahead, we have a fantastic lineup of training sessions, networking opportunities, and ways to give back to our community.

Thank you to Premier Well Drilling, Inc. for sponsoring the 2024 Pars for a Purpose Golf Tournament!