Kimberly Dinsmore

The decision to partner or manage your contingent workforce program in-house is a critical one, with significant implications for your organization’s success. This panel will explore the pros and cons of both approaches, providing a balanced view to help you make the right choice. Industry experts will discuss the key factors to consider, including cost, control, scalability, and expertise. Whether you’re thinking about engaging a Managed Service Provider (MSP), Vendor Management System (VMS), or building an internal team, this session will equip you with the insights needed to make an informed decision.

Key Takeaways:

• Get a clear breakdown of the advantages and disadvantages of partnering versus managing your contingent workforce program internally.
• Learn the critical factors to consider when deciding whether to partner or go it alone, including cost, control, and scalability.
• Hear from organizations that have successfully navigated this decision, offering practical insights and lessons learned.

Room 1: MSPs – Dive into the world of Managed Service Providers with fellow enthusiasts. 

Session Leaders : Keisha Stephens, Director, Workforce Compliance, Roku,  Pamela Randall, Category Business Manager - Global Staffing, Applied Materials Semonie Kong, CWP Program Manager, Altassian 

Sponsored by Tandym 

 Room 2: VMSs – Connect with those who live and breathe Vendor Management  

Systems. Sponsored by FlentisVMS 

 Room 3: In-house Programs – Chat with peers managing in-house programs and share best practices. Session Leaders: Karen Ben-Alta, Director, External Workforce & Procurement Operations, Transamerica Kimberly Dinsmore, Senior Manager, EWS Program, MIT Lincoln Laboratory , Mickey Pelletier, Founder, CWM Strategies Sponsored by Mindlance and Collabera  

 Room 4: Tech and Innovation – Get futuristic with discussions on the latest tech and innovations. Session Leaders: Jean-Patrick Ceant, Supply Chain Manager - Invoicing, Vendor Compliance and Supplier Enablement, Marathon Oil, Angela Westhead, Manager, Contingent Workforce & BPO, Zendesk Sponsored by SageIT  

 Room 5: Gen 1 Programs – Perfect for those just starting out—learn and share experiences. Session Leaders: Eric Osterhout, Category Lead Indirect Purchasing, Contingent Labor, Huntsman Corporation  & Laura Boschert, Program Manager, Extended Workforce, Collective Health At Contract – NextGen IT 

 Room 6: Direct Sourcing – Talk shop with experts in direct sourcing and talent management. Session Leaders: Wesly Beck, Global Head of External Workforce, Block,  Dahlia Mughrabi, Sr. Labor Category Manager, ExxonMobil , Sponsored by Curately AI