Aaron Michaels

There’s no better way to kick off the summit than by connecting with the people who get it—your fellow practitioners! Join us for the Practitioner-Only Meet & Greet Roundtables, where the conversations are real, the connections are genuine, and the insights are invaluable. This exclusive session is designed to bring together the brightest minds in the industry for an engaging and interactive start to the event. Share your experiences, discuss challenges, and explore solutions in a relaxed, roundtable setting. It’s your chance to build relationships with peers who face the same day-to-day challenges, all while setting the tone for a collaborative and insightful summit ahead. Let’s start strong together!

Topics: 

1. High Volume, Light Industrial Programs, Hosted by Stacie Kenney, Senior Manager, FLEX Talent Solutions, Marriott

2. Benchmarks For New Programs, Taylor Wallinger, Global Contingent Workforce Program Manager, Pure Storage

3. Easy Wins for AI in Contingent Staffing, Jean-Patrick Ceant, Supply Chain Manager - Invoicing, Vendor Compliance and Supplier Enablement, Marathon Oil,

4. Aligning Your Corporate DE&I Goals Within Your Workforce Program, Allen Chilson, Talent Acquisition Manager, Danaher 

5. How To Develop Your Program Brand: Lou Holcomb, Global Head of Contingent Workforce, UKG

6. How to Gain Influence And Grow Your Program: Pratik Patel, Director, Sourcing & Supplier Management, Mastercard

7. Best Practices For Approaching Global Programs, Melissa Cashill, Manager, Contractor Management Program, AMD

8. Best Practices For Managing Contingent Workforce Programs Across Industries? Aaron Michaels, Senior Director, Sourcing and Category Management, Kaiser Permanente

9. How Can We Achieve Rate Optimization Without Lowering Savings, Kathleen Rocca, Associate Director, Professional Services, CSL Behring

10. Evaluating Supplier Capabilities: Beyond The Basic Gerald Brown, Contract Manager, The World Bank

11. Jacob Eilbeck, Manager, Sourcing and Procurement, Mastercard  

Developing an RFP can be a daunting task, but getting it right is crucial to securing the best partners and solutions for your organization. But what are the best practices for putting together an RFP that stands out in this competitive landscape? Gain insight on what makes an RFP effective, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to clearly communicate your needs and expectations. Go home armed with practical tips on structuring an RFP that attracts the optimal vendors, fosters strong partnerships, and leads to successful project outcomes.

• Structure an RFP that effectively communicates your organization’s needs and goals, ensuring you attract the most suitable vendors.
• Identify the most common mistakes made during the RFP process and how to avoid them
• Discover best practices for using the RFP process to not only select the right partners but also to set the stage for a collaborative and successful working relationship