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TH URSDAY, JULY 17 TH
THURSDAY, JULY 17
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9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
107: Cooper ativ e Contr acts for T enderfoots
107: Cooperative Contracts for Tenderfoots
Howdy, Partners! Welcome to the Wild West of Cooperative Contractin’!" Alright,
tenderfoots and greenhorns, gather 'round! We're gonna talk about cooperative
contractin’, and don’t worry, we’ll be sure to steer clear of any fancy talk. We’re
just gonna take it slow and steady, like a trusty ol' steed, so ya don’t get lost in the
desert of confusion. Ride the trail with us, buckaroos, to keep ya on the trail.
Presenters
Diana Kerfoot - Tucson Unified School District
Nancy Colbaugh - Mohave Educational Services Cooperative
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Claudia Leon - 1GPA

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM
2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

307: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly, Managing Supplier Relationships
307: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly , Managing Supplier R elationships
In the wild world of procurement, strong supplier relationships are worth their
weight in gold. This fireside chat brings together seasoned trail bosses—procure-
ment pros who’ve been through the highs, lows, and dust storms of supplier man-
agement. Together, we’ll swap stories and strategies on how to build trust, handle
bumps in the road, and ride out market changes with your vendor partners by your
side. Pull up a seat and join the conversation—your next great supplier partnership
might just start here.
Presenters
Gary Barkman - Mesa Public Schools
PURCHASING
PURCHASING
Wendy Garretson - Higley Unified School District
Jessica Leasure - Deer Valley Unified School District
Nancy Burns - Equalis Group
Derek Ries - Arizona Furnishings

3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
407: Hold Your Horses: Avoiding Audit Surprises
407: Hold Y our Horses: A v oiding A udit Surprises
Saddle up for a practical and insightful session designed to help school business of-
ficials steer clear of unexpected audit findings. Explore common pitfalls uncovered
during school district audits and learn proactive strategies to maintain compliance,
accuracy, and transparency. From internal controls to documentation best practic-
es, this session will provide real-world examples, key red flags to watch for, and
actionable steps to tighten up processes before the auditors ride into town. Wheth-
er you're new to the saddle or a seasoned trailblazer, this session will help you take
the reins and ensure your district is audit-ready year-round.
Presenters
Julie Carson - Laveen Elementary School District
Jessica Leasure - Deer Valley Unified School District
Diana Kerfoot - Tucson Unified School District
Jennifer Shields - HeinfeldMeech

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