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TH URSDAY, JULY 17 TH
THURSDAY, JULY 17
TH
VENDOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOP. SESSION AGENDA
VENDOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOP. SESSION AGENDA
3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
2:30 PM - 3:20 PM 3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
2:30 PM - 3:20 PM
409: Surviving the Stampede:
309: Mistak es in Bidding from 409: Surviving the Stampede:
309: Mistakes in Bidding from
erspectiv
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actor P
a Contr
a Contractor Perspective W r angling Bids & RFPs Lik e
Wrangling Bids & RFPs Like
a Pro (For Vendors)
You’d best learn about the ropes when you’re a Pro (F or V endors)
wranglin’ a bid. But what if you’re shootin’ In the wild terrain of school procurement,
from the hip and make a mistake? Some responding to bids and RFPs can feel like
folks ride in, throwin’ out numbers slick- trying to outrun a stampede—fast-paced,
er than a desert highway, without reckonin’ high-stakes, and brimming with fierce com-
rules and requirements that’ll bog ’em down petition. For vendors, it’s not just about
faster than a wagon in a swamp. Learn from keeping up; it’s about standing out. This
a contractor’s perspective about how bidding session will equip you with the tools to las-
on school district projects ain’t no rodeo for so the right opportunities, sidestep common
wild guessin’ and to avoid getting hung up. pitfalls, and ride off into the sunset with a
Presenters winning bid in hand. Whether you're a sea-
Kim Hadley - Phoenix Union High soned supplier or new to the game, you'll
School District leave with practical insights and strategies
Jeff Thomason - Scottsdale Unified to help you navigate the process with confi-
School District dence and clarity.
Missy Mudry - Sunny Path Associates, Presenters
LLC Claudia Leon - 1GPA
Jessica Clanton-Jungblut - Sun Wendy Garretson - Higley Unified
Valley Builders School District
Rebecca Seifert - 1GPA
FRIDAY, JULY 18
FRIDAY, JULY 18 TH
TH
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
509: Moving CTE Spaces Forward 609: Br anding in 8 Seconds
509: Mo
ving CTE Spaces F
ard
orw
609: Branding in 8 Seconds
What is CTE? Learning clusters Career & Brand impressions happen in a heartbeat.
Technical Education (CTE) programs require Rodeos prove that we can completely ana-
dynamic learning environments that foster lyze a situation and even score it in 8 sec-
hands-on skill development, collaboration, onds or less. Strong brands use strategic
and adaptability. This presentation explores plans...they get in the ring prepared and
how strategic classroom furniture solutions ready to perform. This session will revi-
can enhance CTE learning spaces, supporting talize your mindset about marketing plan-
a variety of disciplines—from STEM labs and ning and brand management, providing
maker spaces to healthcare and trade-fo- step by step resources for any school dis-
cused classrooms. We will showcase inno- trict or vendor to build a stronger brand.
vative furniture products designed for flex- Presenters
ibility, durability, and engagement, ensuring Nicole Rodriguez - John Delano
students have the right tools to thrive in their Marketing
career pathways. Attendees will gain insights Taylor Perkins - Chasse Building
on selecting ergonomic, technology-inte- Team
grated, and modular furniture solutions that
align with modern CTE requirements, ulti-
mately preparing students for success in the
workforce.
Presenters
Kim Valentino - Elontec, LLC
Flora McClung - Haskell Education
Liz Gonzalez - Phoenix Union High
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