CAPPO On-Demand - Cooperative Procurement Webinars

The following webinars, were originally produced as live webinars or conference breakout sessions and are focused on the topic of Cooperatives

The Decider Guide to Cooperative Purchasing | Ross Nelson, Sourcewell

You put a lot of time and energy into your solicitations, and cooperative purchasing can help Cooperative procurement strives to help public agencies be more efficient in their procurement. While it is designed to simplify the process, there are steps that need to be completed when utilizing a cooperative contract.

Learn from Ross Nelson, who will share opportunities to leverage cooperative purchasing as part of their strategic sourcing plan. This session will guide your cooperative purchasing strategy so that you can maximize the value of your spend. Register Here

Participating in Cooperative Contracts at Different Agencies | Scott Munzenmaier, City of La Mesa; Johnnie Terry, County of San Joaquin; Bobbi Hew, Elk Grove Unified School District

Cooperative contracts can save time and money for agencies, but not all agencies are the same. When and how can you participate? Would you and other agencies benefit from leading a cooperative procurement process? Register Here

Think You Know Everything About Cooperative Purchasing? Think Again! | Jennifer Sulentic, VP CompareCoOps

This panel of industry peer experts will continue to build on CAPPO's Cooperative Purchasing series by sharing tips, "tricks," and strategies for getting the most out of using cooperative purchasing contracts. 

Ever wonder how another agency is successfully navigating the sea of available cooperative contracts? Attendees will hear real examples of successful uses of cooperative contracts in the most unlikely (AKA a global pandemic, supply chain problems, etc) situations.

Don't miss your peers providing valuable information to guide you to more effective processes at your agency. Plus, how to save a lot of time! Plan to receive important tools to use back home, including access to a cooperative contract "check list." Register Here

OUTSIDE OF THE BOX with Cooperative Procurement | Tammy Rimes, MPA

Many agencies have been using cooperative contracts for basic commodities and services for years. However, as the industry has changed are you aware of all the other value-added services and new types of contracts that are available?  During this session the basics will be covered, as well as trends in government spending and how agencies may be using cooperatives to solve their organizational issues. This session is good for beginner to intermediate level knowledge of cooperative procurement. Register Here

Leveraging Cooperative Purchasing for Maximum Value | Jon Manning, CPPB, Purchasing Manager at County of Placer and Vince Rivera Regional Manager, Northern California at OMNIA Partners, Public Sector

Join us to discuss strategies for maximizing the value of cooperative purchasing. Discover insights into how public agencies can leverage cooperative contracts to achieve cost savings, streamline procurement processes, and ensure compliance.

Key Topics:

• Definition and types of cooperative purchasing
• Benefits for public agencies
• Identifying and selecting the right cooperative contracts
• Best practices for using cooperative purchasing
• Case study of successful cooperative purchasing
• Q&A

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Cost Evaluation Methodologies for Cooperative Procurement | Jessica Burton, NASPO Cooperative Portfolio Manager

Learn strategies for developing effective cost evaluation methodologies for a cooperative portfolio and which one is the best fit in different instances. Register Here

Best Practices of Using Cooperatives – Panel Discussion | Johnnie E. Terry Jr., April Pay, Kimberly Barnard, Greg Tatar, Scott Munzenmaier and Timothy Shears

Cooperatives can save agencies time and money as a procurement resource. You’ve heard from many of them on what they offer and how they can help you. But are you using them effectively and getting all of the benefits that you should? Is your agency following best practices in contracting and reporting? A panel of experienced CAPPO members has been assembled to discuss these questions and more. Join us and bring any questions that you have! Register Here

Uniting for Success: Filling the "Gap" with Community Cooperatives | Glenn Aguon, Assistant Director, San Joaquin Delta Community College; Jennifer Sulentic, Bespoke Community Cooperates

Ever wondered how to collaborate with your peers to create joint contracts that benefit everyone, without adding extra administrative or financial burdens? This session is designed to equip procurement teams of all sizes with the tools to form their own “Community Groups.” This cooperative approach provides backend organizing and technology support, bringing procurement professionals together without increasing their workload. It also boosts the inclusion of local suppliers, ensures compliance with regulations, and fosters community growth through innovative funding models and strategic procurement practices. Register Here

The Year of Collaboration: Creating Procurement Processes that Flow Like a Rippling Stream | Kevin Griffin, Senior Account Executive at Euna Solutions

Explore how purpose-built technology can enhance collaboration, create scalable processes, and optimize your procurement operations. We’ll demonstrate how you can not only keep projects on track but also foster better communication, improve morale, and increase overall efficiency. Finally, we will guide you through building an internal business case for adopting these game-changing technologies. Register Here

Procurement in Action: Navigating Cooperative Procurements | Barbara Mason, MBA – Chief Procurement Officer, Purchasing Division, Fiscal Services, City of Banning, Angelic Davis, MPA, CPPO, NIGP-CPP – Acting Associate Vice President, Administrative Services, Mt. San Antonio College

Whether you're new to cooperative purchasing or seeking to optimize your existing practices, this webinar provides practical tools and case studies to support procurement excellence from start to finish. This training explores the complete lifecycle of cooperative procurement—from procurement planning through cooperative selection, contract management to project close.  The session emphasizes transparency, compliance, and value-driven collaboration. Register Here