Chris Smith MBA NIGP-CPP CPPB CCMA VCO VCARM CSSYB PBP
Member @ NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement
About
Chris Smith, MBA, NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CCMA, PBP, VCO, VCARM, VCA, CSSYB ✪ Transforming Public Procurement Excellence through Ethics, Innovation & Impact ✪ Welcome to my professional realm! I’m a procurement contracts leader with over 20 years of experience helping public agencies & organizations achieve ethical, efficient, & intelligent procurement outcomes that deliver measurable value for communities & taxpayers. Based in the Commonwealth of Virginia, I’ve managed diverse portfolios — from IT systems & construction projects to HR consulting & infrastructure initiatives — partnering with major public institutions, financial organizations, & private-sector collaborators to ensure excellence across every stage of the procurement lifecycle. Procurement, to me, is more than a process — it’s a purpose! It’s how we connect policy to people, values to value, & public trust to tangible impact. I believe in procurement that leads, not lags — that protects integrity while embracing innovation. With an Executive MBA from Virginia Tech, certifications including NIGP-CPP, CPPB, VCO, PBP, VCARM, VCA, CSSYB, & PMP (pending recertification), deep experience in IT, risk, & project management, I help teams move from transactional operations to transformational strategy — leveraging data, automation, & collaboration to elevate performance & accountability. As a Speaker, Author, & Mentor, I’m passionate about developing future leaders & driving meaningful change in public procurement. My thought leadership focuses on: Ethical servant leadership in government Procurement’s role in crisis & resilience AI & automation for smarter contracting Supplier diversity & SWaM engagement Lean process improvement & public innovation! My Leadership Philosophy: Ethics first. Innovation always! Collaboration above all. Public procurement isn’t just about buying — it’s about building trust, advancing equality, & creating lasting public value & trust? Let’s rise together, lead with purpose, & transform procurement into a model of integrity & innovation! 🌟 Let’s connect! Message me or tag me in your ideas — I’d love to collaborate, learn, & grow together! Carpe Diem-Every Diem! Forward Always! Always Forward! Let’s Go! #ProcurementExcellence #ProcurementForward #ProcurementLeadership #ProcurementInnovation #PublicProcurement #ServantLeadership #EthicalLeadership #ProcurementStrong #ProcurementReady #ProcurementWithIntelligence #PurposeDriven #ResultsMatter #NIGP #NCMA #CAUCUS #LeadershipMatters #AIinProcurement #CarpeDiemEveryDiem #LetsGo
United States
Washington
Government Administration
National Association of Realtors, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Appraisal, Real Estate Listings, Real Estate Sales, Real Estate Sales License, Residential Home Sales, Notary, Signing Agent, public notary, Notary Public, Agile Project Management, Project Portfolio Management, Microsoft Project, Scheduling, Schedule Planning, Project Status Reporting, Status Tracking, Risk Assessment, Risk Analysis
Experience
Member
NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement
Virginia, United States
Active Member of NIGP
Member
NCMA Washington DC Chapter
Tysons Corner, Virginia, United States
Member
National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
Reston, Virginia, United States
Member
CAUCUS
Orlando, Florida, United States
The Association of Technology Acquisition Professionals - CAUCUS - Active Member Leaders collaborating & driving IT Procurement Forward! CAUCUS – The Association for Technology Procurement Professionals CAUCUS is the leading global association dedicated to elevating the art, science, & impact of technology procurement & contracting. It serves as a vendor-free, peer-driven community where professionals collaborate, share real-world insights, & strengthen their ability to lead negotiations, reduce risk, & create measurable value for their organizations. Through its renowned IT Procurement Summit (ITPS) & year-round programs, CAUCUS empowers members to “Do Better Deals” — fostering ethical leadership, innovation, & excellence in every stage of the technology acquisition lifecycle. Mission To advance professionalism, knowledge sharing, & excellence in technology procurement by empowering members to achieve stronger outcomes through collaboration, education, & ethical leadership. Vision To be the trusted global community for technology procurement professionals — transforming procurement from a tactical function into a strategic, value-driven force that fuels innovation, transparency, & organizational success. Values • Integrity & Ethics: Acting with fairness, accountability, & trust in every negotiation. • Collaboration: Learning, sharing, & leading together — in a vendor-free, supportive environment. • Professional Excellence: Championing continuous learning, certification, & advancement. • Transparency: Promoting open, honest, & ethical contracting practices. • Pragmatism: Focusing on real-world results & measurable value creation. CAUCUS brings together IT procurement leaders, sourcing experts, lawyers & contract professionals worldwide — helping them collaborate, innovate, & lead the next generation of procurement excellence. Independent & Vendor-free. Committed to elevating standards, protecting integrity, & maximizing value!
Member
Maryland Public Purchasing Association (MPPA)
Maryland, United States
Member
Metropolitan Washington Chapter of NIGP
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Member
CAPA: Capital Area Purchasing Association
Richmond, Virginia, United States
Active Member
Paranormal Investigator / Ghost Tour Guide
Old Town Alexandria Ghost & History Tours
Alexandria, Virginia, United States
Ambassador
Virginia Association of Governmental Procurement
Fairfax County, Virginia, United States
VAGP Ambassador - Zone 1
Member
Virginia Association of Governmental Procurement
VAGP - Virginia Public Procurement Professional Leader - Active Association Member
Co-Chairman Membership Committee
Virginia Association of Governmental Procurement
Virginia, United States
Co-Chairman of Membership Committee & Ambassador of Zone 1 in Virginia
Contract Specialist II
Fairfax County Government
Fairfax County, Virginia, United States
As a Fairfax County, VA Contract Specialist II, the role involves proactively leading procurement processes, ensuring compliance, and delivering strategic sourcing solutions that benefit the county and its residents. As a change agent, the Contract Specialist collaborates with departments, vendors, and stakeholders to secure best value contracts, foster innovation, and maintain transparency. Active participation in VAGP and NIGP allows for continuous professional development, promoting leadership within public procurement while advancing the county’s goals of efficiency, accountability, and public service excellence.
Education
James Madison University
Business Administration and Management, General
Virginia Tech - Pamplin College of Business
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech MBA
Fort Knox High School
West Springfield High School
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