Procurement Basics: Understanding the Market

Government agencies, local municipalities, institutional buyers, and large corporations purchase a wide range of goods and services each year, creating significant opportunities for small businesses. This session introduces the procurement process and provides guidance on how businesses can identify, access, and compete for these opportunities. Moderator: Aina Vilumsons, President of Wisconsin Procurement Institute Panelists: Jessica Potter , Section Chief, WisPro Resources & Special Programs, Wisconsin DOA Brian Pittelli, Buyer, City of Madison Michelle Kaczmarowski, Procurement & Supplier Development Manager, MMSD Lucie-Anne Radimsky, Supplier Diversity Manager, Michels Corporation