Professional Development Presentations at this Conference include:

• "From Tee to Tech: Building Better Technology Solicitations"- Presenter Mike Whalen
• "AI on the Fairway: Driving the Future of Procurement"- Presenter Dewayne Hill
• "Avoiding the Hazards: Software Purchasing and Contract Administration"- Presenter Mike Whalen
• Plus, more to be announced!

Special Member Benefit Announcement!

Be among the first to hear about a wonder MPPOA member benefit that will be rolled out the beginning of 2027. You will have opportunity during this conference to ask questions and take advantage!

Major NIGP Announcement!

NIGP will have a representative on hand to make a major announcement that can positively impact you and your organization.

Comedian/Magician Dewayne Hill will be MC'ing our Awards presentation.

Thursday Evening Awards Dinner and Par-Tee Like it's the 80's Murder Mystery Experience!



It’s the 80’s again, and all of the big names are here for a big concert. Tensions run rampant as backstage secrets spill out into the spotlight with like, totally tragic results! This isn’t an episode of Miami Vice! This is like…murder.

Dress up for the event! It’s up to you to bust it like a ghost, for sure! Peg your jeans, slouch your socks, flash some neon, put on way too much eyeliner and get that hair up! You are going to solve this crime in style. No time to be Too Shy! You are a Smooth Operator, and you know to listen to those Careless Whispers. It’s time to put on your Sunglasses at Night and Relax. Time after time…You will solve the case.

Content Notice: This mystery show is designed for everyone to enjoy. It is not overly suggestive or profane, but this is a murder mystery, and thus there is a suggestion of violet acts; however, no true violence or bloody acts will occur during the show. Possible triggering themes: knife, poison, embezzlement, provocative elements (the name of the band is "The Banana Hammocks"), affairs.