NASPO ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR 2023 GEORGE CRONIN AWARDS FOR PROCUREMENT EXCELLENCE 

The National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023 George Cronin Awards for Procurement Excellence, which were presented at its 2023 Annual Conference Awards dinner on September 20, 2023. 

The Cronin Awards recognize outstanding procurement projects that demonstrate innovation, professionalism, and measurable benefits. This year’s finalists were: 

• Arizona – SPO Library Project Presented by Jessica Klein, Compliance Deputy Assistant Director 
• Florida – Modernized Quarterly Sales Reporting Presented by Jillian Green, MFMP Operational Lead 
• Michigan – Lifecycle Supplier Outreach & Relationship Management Presented by Shawn Vaughn, MiDEAL and Outreach Program Manager 
• Michigan – Professional Development for IT Procurement Presented by Genevieve Hayes, Division Director of Policy and Training 
• Utah – Sustainable Procurement Advancements Presented by Michelle Brown, Coordinator of Resource Stewardship 

After committee review, the 2023 Cronin Award winners are:  

• Gold: Michigan – Lifecycle Supplier Outreach & Relationship Management 
• Silver: Michigan – Professional Development for IT Procurement 
• Bronze: Arizona – SPO Library Project 

More information on the finalists and award history can be found here. The finalist presentations will also be available during the Cronin Webinar Series in early 2024. NASPO congratulates these outstanding procurement teams. Their work exemplifies innovation and excellence in public procurement. 

About NASPO: NASPO is a non–profit association dedicated to advancing public procurement through leadership, excellence, and integrity. It is made up of the directors of the central purchasing offices in each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the territories of the United States. NASPO is an organization that helps its members achieve success as public procurement leaders through the promotion of best practices, education, professional development, research, and innovative procurement strategies. www.naspo.org   

Media Contact:   

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