Session Title: Finding Your Yellow Brick Road: Before, During, and After an Emergency
Session Description: When disaster strikes, the 9-1-1 call comes in—but who do you call after the first responders are dispatched? Why Procurement, of course! Procurement preparedness before the emergency is important, with ready-to-go contracts and a packed “to-go” bag key to your entity’s success. Learn how “Plan B” comes into effect during the emergency, when plans go awry or new situations arise. After the smoke clears or the flood waters dry, it’s just as important for be aware of the after emergency activities to rebuild and recover. Join this special panel of disaster-oriented procurement professionals, with real-life stories, as they share insights on how their procurement teams helped “save the day,” discovering the top 3 things to stay in compliance with FEMA guidelines. Within this interactive session, take away ideas to strengthen your own preparations and leave with free copies of the NCPP’s First Aid Kit for Emergency Preparedness.
Tammy is the former Purchasing Agent for the City of San Diego, the nation's ninth largest city. She also had the customer experience in various departments such as City Clerk's Office, Financial Management, Community Services and the Water and Wastewater departments. She currently serves as Executive Director at NCPP with a focus on advocacy and education. Tammy also authored the book "Drink Fine Wine...Ride Fine Horses - Leading the Life of Your Dreams" in which she provides a fun and informative guideline, with real stories, on how others can begin their own dream life, while working their "day job!"
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