Committees

The governing body of this Chapter shall be an executive Board called the Board of Directors, chaired by the President, and consisting of the President, immediate Past President, Vice-President, Membership Secretary, Recording Secretary, Treasurer, and standing Committee Chairs.

The Education and Research Committee’s primary responsibilities are to plan, establish, and coordinate educational programs, subject to approval by the Board, which further the knowledge, expertise, and professionalism of the Chapter Members, such as organizing workshops and NIGP seminars, and towards certification (CPPB and CPPO) of the Chapter members.

The WA-NIGP Emerging Professionals (EP) Program focuses on the future of our profession by supporting the growth and success of current, new, and future public procurement, contracting, and supply chain professionals. This program aims to help members establish and reach for their learning, advancement, and excellence goals by creating opportunities for emerging professionals to build relationships, expand skills, and advance careers while continuing to promote ethics of the profession, public trust, and applicable laws, policies, and procedures.

The events committee ensures that both the in-person and virtual attendance of our general and special meetings is great for our members! This team handles catering, snacks, setup, tear down and other related items! On the virtual side, the team ensures that the virtual experience is interactive and helps troubleshoot technical issues. Join us!

Members of this workgroup earn contact hours that can be used toward certification. The average/expected time commitment is 1 hour per month. The Finance workgroup primary responsibilities are to: plan, establish, and execute the chapter’s financial program; prepare and present the chapter’s annual report; prepare and review financial analyses and statements; and supervise, coordinate, and review the Committee’s budget proposals for the year and present an annual budget at the general membership annual meeting.

Monitor proposed and enacted legislation Provide a forum for members to understand proposed and enacted legislation and provide feedback Provide tools and resources for member legislative research Evaluate suggested changes made by membership Organize and lead legislative-related events.

The Lunch & Learn Committee offers complementary growth opportunities to public procurement professionals by providing virtual educational events. The goal is to drive personal procurement development, industry networking, and interagency support through collaborative meetings, discussions, training sessions, colleague panels, or presentations. The events will be planned, promoted, presented, and produced by the Lunch and Learn (L&L) committee to bring together members or interested public procurement professionals in an informal atmosphere to collaborate and learn.

The Membership Engagement Workgroup focuses on recruiting new chapter members as well as helping support and retain existing members. We strive to develop programs and create opportunities for potential and new members to learn about WA-NIGP, take advantage of opportunities, and get connected. Workgroup meetings are held via phone/video monthly. Members of this workgroup earn contact hours that can be used toward certification. The average/expected time commitment is 1-2 hours per month. This Workgroup’s primary responsibilities are to: support WA-NIGP recruiting and retention; help potential members understand the chapter and take the most advantage of our benefits; and provide value to members.

The Nomination and Elections Workgroup helps facilitate our chapter’s annual officer election process. This workgroup is a short-term commitment, with activities taking place late-October through December of each year. Members of this workgroup earn contact hours that can be used toward certification. Activities include: soliciting nominations compiling candidate profiles creating and distributing electronic ballots, and tallying and reporting results.

The Scholarship Program assists members who are interested in furthering the development of their procurement skills that may otherwise be unable to do so. To learn more about how to apply for a scholarship, go to the “Member Benefits” tab. The Committee’s primary responsibilities are to: *Support the professional development of members *Develop and promote scholarship opportunities *Evaluate, award, and track scholarships *Manage scholarship budget. Time commitment: 1-2 hours a month Contact: scholarship@wanigp.org

In 2027, Washington will take the host position for the Area 8 Conference, and early planning is already underway. The goal is to continue growing Area 8’s impact by offering even more opportunities to learn, lead, and collaborate. Get Involved—Shape the Conference Experience The Area 8 Conference only succeeds because of the dedication of volunteers from across our region. Whether you want to help long-term or just lend a hand the week of the event, there’s a role for every level of availability. Volunteer options include: Long-term planning committee roles Short-term support (month-of, week-of, or day-of) Sign up today - and we will break volunteers into the subcommittees as the planning evolves!