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NEWS & VIEWSPubl ished for Members of the Virg in ia Associat ion of Governmental Purchasing, Inc.

IN THIS ISSUE . . .Season’s Greetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1VAGP Ambassadors Working For You! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Don’t Stress It, Relieve It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Nominations For Spring Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5What Is Design Build? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6You Want Me To Buy What???? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Give Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Happy Birthday Ping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .913 Years On The VAGP Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9VAGP Spring Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Beth Dooley receives the VAGPVolunteer of the Year Award

Kim Robinette receives the J. BradOakley Scholarship

Thomas Smith receives the J. BradOakley Scholarship

SEASON’S GREETINGS VAGP!Sharita Bryant, CPPB, VCM, VCO, VCAVAGP President

In this season of peace, joy, and happiness, it is my honor to write you in the midst of closing thecelebration of our Diamond 60th Anniversary. As I reflect back on the year, I remember writing youin the 1st quarter of the year with focus on the diamond: its symbol and the definition. As a board,this year provided us numerous forms, shapes, and clarity points and peaks of performance as wefocused on our tasks and goals of the 2018-2020 Strategic Plan. I am confident that we will contin-ue to endure our challenges as we continue to enhance the services of VAGP! It has been an honorto work with the array of talented VAGP members and the Board of Directors. It is my privilege toshare highlights of our accomplishments this year. VAGP continues to be a member focused organ-ization.

VAGP 2018-2020 Strategic Plan & 2018 highlights:1. Constitute effective business channels to cultivate future professional relationships and practices

• Partnered with VA Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity at Spring Conference• Diamond Supplier Sponsorship allowed dual opportunity at Spring and Fall conferences• Presented a session at the Virginia Government Finance Officer’s Association’s Fall Conference• Secretary of Administration as a speaker at the 2018 Spring Conference

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DECEMBER 2018VAGP NEWS & VIEWS

BOARD OF DIRECTORSOFFICERSPresident

Sharita Bryant, CPPB, VCM VCO,VCA

President-ElectLorie Newton, CPPO, CPPB

TreasurerJay Smigielski, CPPO

SecretaryCindy Davis Smith, CPPB

First Past PresidentEtta Henry, CPPO, CPPB, VCCO, VCO

Second Past PresidentStephanie Suter, CPPO, CPPB

First At–Large MemberKristy Varda, CPPO, CPPB

Second At–Large MemberStephanie Brown, CPPB

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONSConferenceVacant

DiversityLawrence Shaw, VCO

EducationAmy Bevins, CPPB

MembershipBeth Dooley, CPPO, CPPB

Professional DevelopmentSheila Farmer, CPPB

Public RelationsDyanna McMullen, VCO

TechnologyKelly Gill, CPPB, VCO

LegislativePatti Innocenti, CPPB

Executive DirectorChris Ruditys

NEWS & VIEWSEditor

LeeAnne Beatty Smith, CPPB, VCA,CUPO

Layout & Design Leslie Wright

News & Views is published quarterly and wasdesigned and created for the members of theVirginia Association of GovernmentalPurchasing, Inc. (VAGP), by WisconsinAssociation Management. Views andadvertising expressed in this newsletter are notnecessarily those of, or endorsed by, VAGP.Send correspondence to VAGP, 11801 W.Silver Spring Dr., Milwaukee, WI 532257 5 7 - 6 0 9 - 3 6 9 6 ; i n f o @ VA G P. o r g .Subscriptions are included in the annual duespaid by members. Advertising rates and pol-cies may be obtained by calling 757-609-3696.

2. Increase membership engagement by enhancing or promoting membership benefits

• Diversity committee attended career outreach events to engage students

• Offered additional VAGP *Discount* to NIGP Forum by offering groupregistration

3. Enhance educational offerings and opportunities for membership andpartners

• Developed new or re-established dormant low fee seminars• Hosted the Fall Symposium in Roanoke, Virginia to reach out to theI-81 Corridor

4. Increase knowledge and information exchange with internal/externalstakeholders

• Created VAGP Board Member Boot camp to orient incoming VAGP Leaders

• Conducted a Supplier/Agency Match Making Event at the SpringConference

5. Enhance technical services and resources for membership• Web Camera and Microphone investment to offer ProfessionalDevelopment Webinars

As our 2nd largest educationaloffering, VAGP hosted our FallSymposium on September 23rd -25th at the Sheraton RoanokeHotel and Conference Center inRoanoke, Virginia. The theme“Plan, Prepare, and Practice” wasattended by over 89 members withanother record setting number offirst time attendees. VAGP is mostsuccessful in hosting our eventswhen we have the unparalleledsupport of our member volunteersand suppliers. A special thank youto our host committee, the City ofRoanoke and our DiamondSponsor, U.S. Communities. Our symposium offered a networking opportunityon Monday evening with buyers and suppliers. By popular demand, we hosteda Monday evening Football Tailgate Party. During the party, attendees were able

Swearing In of the 2019 VAGP Board


to network with conference attendees and a pool of U.S. Community suppliers. In addition to the fun and networking,we hosted our renowned Corn-Hole Tournament as an activity to raise money for the local community service organ-ization: Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Southwest Virginia. VAGP raised over $1,400 to assist the Bigs and the Littlesof the Roanoke Valley in their mission to support their youth mentorship program.

There were many educational sessions offered including ourfeatured speakers Lynda McNutt Foster (Stress Management forToday’s Workplace) and Todd Slater (NIGP’s model of: LearningRe-Imagined). The symposium offered several other procurementemergency management topics and speakers, including a paneldiscussion as follows:

Panel:Lessons Learned from Emergencies: Facilitated by Jeffrey Powell-City of RoanokePanel members: Brandon DeGraaf (Office of EmergencyManagement, Dept. of General Services), Col. Steve Pike (Chiefof the Virginia Division of Capitol Police) and Gaynelle Hart (Dept.of Public Works, City of Lynchburg)

Sessions:• Procuring in an Emergency without Causing another Emergency- Laura Carini (City of Roanoke)• Procurement’s Role in the Emergency Operations Center- Marci Stone (City of Roanoke)• On Sale, All Disasters 75% off!- Michael Pruitt (VA Dept. of Emergency Management)• Collaboration between Public/Private Entities and Law Enforcement- Brandon DeGraff and Col. Pike

VAGP continues to build our supplier partner network. Our events are successful not only because of our membersbut because our suppliers dedicate time and sponsorships to support our profession and offset conference costs. Inaddition to the U.S.Communities network, a special thank you to the following sponsors: Gold Sponsorship-GovDeals; Silver Sponsorship-Environmental Options; Bronze Sponsorships- ION Wave Technologies, Pitney Bowes,and ServPro of Roanoke; and A’la Carte Sponsorships- The HON Companies, Safeware, Inc., CunninghamRecreation/Gametime, Auto Plus Auto Parts, Liquid Performance, and JRS. VAGP is a proud advocate of our profession, committed to the community and supplier partners, and most of all proudof our commitment to professional development. During the Fall Symposium, we presented the following scholarshipsand awards:

J. Brad Oakley Scholarships: Thomas Smith (ChesterfieldCounty) and Kimberly Robinette (Bristol)

CPPB/CPPO Exam Reimbursement: Monique Curley(Department of General Services) and Delores Adams(Portsmouth Redevelopment and Housing)

Volunteer of the Year: Elizabeth “Beth” Dooley (FairfaxWater Authority)

As we close out our 60th Anniversary Year, it has been arewarding experience to serve you as your VAGP President.The year presented challenges but due to the hard work anddedication of our member community we succeeded andexcelled during those times. I look forward to serving theboard and members in the next few years as a PastPresident in offering the advice and best practices as wecontinue meeting the goals of our 2018-2020 Strategic Plan.


VAGP AMBASSADORS WORKING FOR YOU!Kristy Varda, CPPO, CPPBFirst-At-Large Member

This is my final article as your At-Large member of the VAGPBoard and I want to express what a joy it has been to grow thisprogram and work with your Ambassadors. Since the end ofAugust we have had an Ambassador for every zone! YourAmbassadors are listed below and are ready to help you get themost out of your VAGP membership. Reach out to them for train-ing, class info, networking, or to set up collaborative events inyour area.

Until December 31st you can reach me at [email protected] or 540-662-3889 x 88237. StartingJanuary 1, 2019 Carla Smith will be the At-Large member working with the Ambassadors and you canreach her at [email protected] or 757-263-1136.

Who is my Ambassador? Check it out below!

Zone 1: Ambassador is Andrea Philyaw!!! (Loudoun, Fairfax, Fairfax City, City of Herndon, Town ofLeesburg, Manassas, Manassas Park, Fauquier, Prince William , Falls Church, Alexandria, Arlington)

Zone 2: Ambassador is Nicole Robertson!!! (Frederick, Clarke, Warren, Shenandoah, Page,Rockingham, Harrisonburg, Augusta, Highland, Bath Staunton, Waynesboro)

Zone 3: Ambassador is Jennifer Stieffenhoefer!!! (Rappahannock, Culpeper, Madison, Greene,Orange, Charlottesville, Albemarle, Louisa, Fluvanna)

Zone 4: Ambassador is Jamie Carter!!! (Stafford, Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, King George, Caroline,Westmoreland, Essex, Richmond County, Northumberland, Lancaster, King and Queen)

Zone 5: Ambassador is Cassandra Smith!!! (Accomack, Northampton, Mathews, Middlesex,Gloucester, James City Work, Williamsburg, Surry, Poquoson, Hampton, Portsmouth Norfolk, VirginiaBeach, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Isle of Wright, Franklin, Southampton, Greensville, Emporia, Sussex,Newport News)

Zone 6: Ambassador is Kelly McClurg!!! (King William, New Kent, Charles City, Prince George,Dinwiddie, Petersburg, Brunswick, Mecklenburg, Lunenburg, Nottoway, Amelia, Colonial Heights,Hopewell, Chesterfield, Henrico, Richmond, Powhatan, Goochland, Hanover)

Zone 7: Ambassador is Melissa Tillman!!! (Nelson, Buckingham, Cumberland, Prince Edward,Charlotte, Halifax, Danville, Pittsylvania, Campbell, Appomattox, Lynchburg, Amherst)

Zone 8: Ambassador is Simone Knowles!!! (Rockbridge, Buena Vista, Lexington, Bedford, Franklin,Henry, Martinsville, Patrick, Galax, Carroll, Floyd, Pulaski, Radford, Giles, Montgomery, Roanoke, Salem,Roanoke City, Craig, Botetourt, Alleghany, Covington)

Zone 9: Ambassador is Kimberly Robinette!!! (Bland, Wythe, Grayson, Smyth, Washington, Bristol,Scott, Lee, Wise, Norton, Dickenson, Buchanan, Russell, Tazewell)

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DON’T STRESS IT, RELIEVE ITDyanna McMullenPublic Relations Committee Chair

Plan, Prepare & Practice was the perfect theme for this year’s Fall Symposium. SimoneKnowles was a pleasant and poised Host Committee Chairperson. Her team did a phe-nomenal job! The Sheraton Roanoke Conference Center provided onsite amenities and pic-turesque scenic tree line views of the mountains and the presenters were experienced inthe areas of planning, preparation, and implementation on the job, especially during naturaldisasters for their respective organizations.

However, the opening speaker talked about the preparedness one must have when pre-sented with stressful encounters. Attendees witnessed the exciting, invigorating, life chang-

ing presentation of Lynda McNutt Foster. Foster is the CEO of Cortex Leadership Consulting where she hasbeen a leadership coach and trainer for 10 years. Lynda is the author of two e-books: Time Mastery: 7Simple Steps to Richer Outcomes and 4 Keys to More Effective Leadership Behaviors. Her focus through-out the presentation was on stress management and the effects of stress on individuals in the workplace.Foster helped VAGP attendees to identify those daily life stressors and challenged everyone to do one thingdaily to help alleviate stress. Foster managed to get a rise out of the most seasoned procurement profes-sionals as she shared with the attendees the best ways to individually and collectively relieve stress. Eachday we should engage in at least one activity that will help relieve stress, which include activities such as:

1. Mediate2. Exercise3. Sleepbetter4. Listen to music5. Talk yourself through it6. Laugh 7. Eat right8. Reduce your caffeine intake9. Avoid procrastination10. Learn to say no

Stress can have some serious physical effects and 70-90% of doctor visits can be directly linked to stress.Your body reacts to stress and anxiety with short bursts of cortisol (commonly known as the “stress hor-mone”). Like a weak yet potent poison, negative stress creates a slow drip of cortisol through your bodywhich increase your risk of hypertension and problems with your health.

How will you manage your stressors?

NOMINATIONS FOR SPRING AWARDSLeeAnne Beatty SmithPR Committee Member

The VAGP would like invite you to submit a nomination for Spring Conference awards.These awards are open to any VAGP member who have distinguished themselves in theareas of purchasing, involvement in association activities, and promotion of professionaldevelopment. Nominations for the following awards are due Wednesday, February6th, 2019:

• Buyer of the Year• Manager of the Year• Life Membership• Distinguished Service Award• T. Gordon Sandridge

Please visit https://www.vagp.org/chapters/nigp-vagp/awards.cfm or contact Lorie [email protected] for more details.

https://www.vagp.org/chapters/nigp-vagp/awards.cfm


WHAT IS DESIGN-BUILD?Patti Innocenti, CPPOLegislative Committee Chair

According to the Code of Virginia, a design-build contract means a contract between apublic body and another party in which the party contracting with the public body agrees toboth design and build the structure, or other item specified in the contract (ref. §2.2-4379,Code of Virginia). It is considered an ‘alternative delivery’ construction contractingprocedure. The illustration below compares a traditional design-bid-build process to adesign-build process.

Traditional Design-Bid-Build DeliveryThe Owner must manage two separate contracts which may create an adversarial relationship between thedesigner and the contractor. If something goes wrong or an unforeseen circumstance requires changes, thedesigner and contractor blame one another for the cost overruns or schedule changes, which can lead tolitigation and delays which add to the project cost.

Design-Build Project DeliveryThe Owner manages only one contract with a single point of responsibility. The designer and contractorwork together from the beginning, as a team, providing unified project recommendations to fit the Owner'sschedule and budget. Any changes are addressed by the entire team, leading to collaborative problem-solv-ing and innovation, not excuses or blame-shifting. While single-source contracting is the fundamentaldifference between design-build and the design-bid-build, the culture of collaboration is an intrinsic benefitof the process.

The Virginia Code outlines specific design-build procedures for state public bodies, covered institutions, andlocal public bodies requiring either compliance with the state code or adopts procedures. The process forusing a design-build contract vary by the nature of the public body and may include annual reporting forprojects exceeding $2 million.

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Over the years I have been approached by numerous sales people pushing an assort-ment of lotions, potions, notions, snake oil, and knick-knacks guaranteed to solve all ourproblems, save us millions of dollars, and do everything but cure the common cold.Some of these products probably will perform as presented while the rest are mostlysmoke and mirrors. So how do we separate “the wheat from the chaff”, so to speak? Wehere at the city of Harrisonburg have come up with a workable plan for sorting out suchthings.

When a vendor approaches us with something new pertaining to public utilities, traffic engineering, orstreet operations, we request via a submittal form all applicable specifications, catalogs, parts lists,shop drawings, pricing schedules, applicable standards, available warranties, a narrative of the avail-ability of the item, a narrative of the vendor or manufacturer of the product, and a minimum of fourreferences.

This information is provided to me in PDF format in either a CD or thumb drive format. From there itis distributed to and taken up by a product review committee, the composition of which depends uponthe material or item submitted and its target demographic. If the item is water and sewer related, thecommittee is comprised of representatives from engineering, field utilities, management, inspection,and inventory management. If traffic related, it is taken up by the field supervisor, members of his divi-sion who would be the end user, and inventory management, or if street operations, those directlyinvolved in a similar capacity in addition to inventory management staff. This process allows input fromthe many stake holders who are involved and helps us to make a well thought out decision before weput something on the street that we may regret later.

This process doesn’t apply to consumable items like paint, janitorial supplies, office paper, or variouschemicals. Over the years we have assembled an informal and unofficial field test group of people whoare experienced in the use of such things and have proven themselves to be trustworthy in their opin-ions. We have a gentleman who is very, very particular with his city vehicle and even more so his per-sonal vehicle. We hand off all vehicle-related products to him to try and evaluate. The lady who runsthe city’s print shop receives all samples of office paper. If it’s good enough for her, it gets consideredfor future purchases. Want to sell us your utility marking paint? If it meets with the approval of ourmarking crew, then we’ll be happy to look at a quote from you.

The point I’m trying to make is that we as buyers, consumers, or end users don’t have to be at themercy of the hucksters and con artists who daily try to prey on us. We have resources at our disposalthat can help us make those decisions in a more informed and thoughtful manner and sometime thoseresources are right in front of us.

YOU WANT ME TO BUY A WHAT????Jeff Moyer, CPPBPR Committee Member


GIVE BACKTim Moore, CPPB, CPPOPurchasing Manager, VRS

It was 1984. No, not the book 1984. I was married with a young child. From a professionalpoint, that year started out a little difficult, got worse, but ended with a new beginning andcareer. I began the year working in retail for a company I had worked at since high school, butthe hours and the pay got old so I left for greener pastures, or so I thought. The next job wasnot the right fit for me. I hated it and ended up quitting after six weeks. I was unemployed fortwo months until I found a temporary job working in the parts department of a car dealership.In the meantime, I was looking for real work.

Then in November of that year I interviewed for a purchasing officer position with the City ofRichmond. Needless to say I was ecstatic when they offered me the job. After two weeks on the job I told mywife how much I loved it. I thought I had died and gone to heaven. Who knew then that after almost 34 yearsI would still be in the same profession? It has been challenging and at times frustrating but mostly it has beenextremely rewarding.

My first supervisor was Cecelia Stowe who from the beginning talked about education and certification. Sheintroduced me to CAPA and VAGP. I attended my first NIGP class in the spring of 1985. Curtis Welch andGordon Sandridge, two pillars of VAGP, were the sponsors. I also had the opportunity to attend my first VAGPConference later that same spring. As a staff we would attend the CAPA luncheons that back then were held atthe Officers Club at Bellwood.

From the beginning I got a taste for what a great profession public procurement was. There was a lot to learnand there were individuals in the profession that were willing to take time to sponsor events, teach classes, andshare their knowledge.

It took a while but in late 1998 I told the incoming VAGP President, Mike Bacile, that I would like to get involvedin VAGP beyond just being a member who attended conferences. I asked him to let me know if I could help outin anyway. He asked me to be Membership Committee chair and I accepted. I held that position for three yearsand had a great committee that worked alongside me.

I took a break and did not serve in 2002. In the fall of that year Mike Bacile reached out to me and after somearm twisting I agreed to run for VAGP Secretary. I won the election and went on to serve another six years onthe board, the highlight of which was 2006 when I served as Chapter President.

In addition to that, I have been part of a team that has sponsored two VAGP Conferences and was able to obtainmy CPPB and CPPO certifications.

Okay, I know, you are tired of reading what amounts to a resume. What’s the point? The point is that like I saidbefore, I have been in a profession that I really enjoy. I get a lot out of it professionally as well as personallybecause over the years I have made some great friends. And I am glad to say I gave back! I gave back byserving in some capacity with VAGP. Whether it was on a committee, serving as an officer, or helping put on aconference- I gave back so that others could become more knowledgeable in our line of work and that theycould better serve the entities they work for.

Someone has to sponsor a class, teach the class, or put on a conference. It takes a team, or in the case ofVAGP, a board, committee chairs, and committee members to make all of this happen. It takes time and a lot ofwork by everyone that serves, or gives back. All of this does not happen by magic. So if you agree with me thatour profession is one you love, enjoy, find fulfilling, as well as rewarding, then give back! Start today by reachingout to someone on the VAGP board or a committee chair and tell them you want to get involved. You will beglad you did.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY PINGMelissa Chasteen, VCO, VCCOSenior Contact Officer, Chesterfield County

Chesterfield County Procurement recently noted a significant milestone in theadvancement of technology for our department. On October 18, 2018, we cele-brated the anniversary of the first Request for Quotes solicitation issued throughour e-procurement system PInG, which stands for Procurement InformationGateway. In honor of our milestone we hosted a birthday party as an outreachevent for our using departments to come celebrate with us. (The first solicitationwas for tree pruning, in case you were wondering).

November also marks the 3-year anniversary of when Chesterfield issued arequest for proposal that resulting in the contract with Perfect Commerce (nowProactis) for its e-procurement solution. PInG allows our agency to send all solicitation notifications electronically,

which is a huge step forward given that about 18 months ago we were using mailedpostcards as our primary method of providing this information to vendors. We arealso receiving electronic responses for informal requests for quotes. The next phas-es of implementation will allow receipt of IFBs and RFPs electronically in the system,making it our primary method for the complete solicitation process. All businesseswho wish to do business with Chesterfield County government and schools mustregister with PInG to receive and respond to solicitations, but this registration is atno cost to them. If you are looking to begin your own e-procurement process, or haveany questions about our system, please feel free to contact us [email protected] or at 804-748-1617.

13 YEARS ON THE VAGP BOARDStephanie Suter, CPPO, CPPB2nd Past President

When people ask how I became involved with VAGP, I always describe my first Fall Conference inChesterfield County in 2005. I took the CPPB Review given by Robin Campbell Wyatt, studied withGinger Gordon and sat for my CPPB certification on Saturday, heard Tim Moore’s pleas and volun-teered to host the 2007 Spring Conference in Lynchburg, and became a protégé because TerriHudgins was a great advocate of the Mentor-Protégé Program. I mention these individuals becauseI didn’t know them when I arrived, but they each played a positive role in my first VAGP experienceand 13 years later I consider them, and every other member of VAGP I have had the pleasure tomeet, as valued colleagues and great friends. I was new to VAGP and wanted to surround myselfwith people who knew more because I was just starting out and there was an incredible amount ofbrain power in the room. I wanted to help and be part of something bigger than myself. Along theway, I learned leadership skills, the importance of advocacy and training, and the value of each

member no matter how they choose to engage.

Throughout my years on the VAGP Board I have served in many different roles. While each seat has its own respon-sibilities, everyone is working together to ensure VAGP continues to thrive by advocating best practices, building arobust technology framework, enhancing productivity and professionalism through leadership, and delivering profes-sional development opportunities to reach members in all regions at all levels of experience and expertise. My timeon the VAGP board is coming to an end, but I will stay involved and help in any way I can because I continue toreceive far more from volunteering than I have ever given.

Of our nearly 1200 members, everyone has value to add to the association and the membership, and with 100%engagement we would be a powerful force and the energy would be incredible. Answering calls for assistancethrough MemberConnect, providing new ideas for enhancing social media platforms, working on conference commit-tees, advocating the benefits of membership to members and non-members, creating innovative training opportuni-ties, promoting effective legislation to your leadership - the possibilities are endless. Giving your time and knowledgeis invaluable.

If you have thought about volunteering or becoming more engaged in VAGP, there is no time like the present! If youhave any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out and ask. Bring your strengths and knowledge to help ensure the pub-lic procurement profession in Virginia and VAGP continue to set the bar for the rest of the nation. I raised my hand13 years ago, and I am so glad I did.

All the Best,Stephanie • [email protected] • 434.455.3963



2019 VAGP

VAGP SPRING CONFERENCE~ Save the Date ~

SPRING CONFERENCE

March 26-28, 2019Location:

Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront3001 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Located on the Virginia BeachBoardwalk, the Hilton Virginia BeachOceanfront hotel is just steps fromwhere the Chesapeake Bay meets theAtlantic Ocean, the vibrant coastal cityof Virginia Beach is home to a flourish-ing local culinary scene, rich history, avariety of arts and entertainment andfamily-friendly attractions that keepsour local and visitors entertained year-round. Located in the Coastal Virginiaregion, our unique districts are openand thriving year-round. From the livelyoceanfront area to remote Sandbridge,the calming Chesapeake Bay tobustling Town Center, or the eclecticViBe creative district to our surroundinginland areas.

Industry News• Best Practices• Photo• Book Reviews• Education Opportunities• Event Recaps• New Certifications• Tips and tricks

This is your Association and your publication—make your voice heard! All VAGP members areencouraged to send articles, press releases and photos. Published articles on purchasing relatedtopics may help members earn recertification points. For eligibility requirements, please verifydirectly with the certifying agency. Suppliers and contractors are also encouraged to submitpurchasing-related articles for publication. Limited opportunities are available and offered at nocost! Submit your contributions to LeeAnne Beatty Smith at [email protected].

Production Schedule 1st Quarter 2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter 4th QuarterDeadline for Submissions Feb. 6th May 8th Aug. 7th Nov. 6thPublish Date March 6th June 5th Sept. 18th Dec. 4th

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