The Big Bid Theory · 2026-07-14 · 39 min
Diana is back on The Big Bid Theory! Host Bill Culhane sits down with Diana Landeros, CPPB, NIGP-CPP and Senior Procurement Officer with the Town of Queen Creek, Arizona , to talk certification, community, and recognizing the people who make this profession great. Diana walks through her NIGP-CPP journey (including what she learned and tips for being successful), shares what's going on inside the Arizona NIGP Chapter , makes the case for nominating someone for the Nash Award , and previews NIGP Forum coming up next month in Columbus Ohio. Real talk from a practitioner who has done the work and keeps showing up for the profession. Nominations for the 3rd David and Beverly Nash Leadership Award are open. Visit thebigbidtheory.com or email Bill, bculhane@beaconbid.com. Rick Jennings closes down the episode with a Crazy Bid that is sure to help fuel your fun. Powered by BidPrime and Beacon Bid. Watch on YouTube Diana Landeros AZNIGP website On Linkedin On Twitter On Facebook David and Beverly Nash Leadership Award NIGP Forum
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