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EPISODE · Aug 18, 2026 · 37 MIN

Columbus Calling Kim Cullen on the Road to NIGP Forum

from The Big Bid Theory · host The Big Bid Theory

Kim Cullen is back on The Big Bid Theory with a full rundown of what's coming at NIGP Forum in Columbus. Kim serves as Director of Marketing and Growth at Beacon Bid and has spent 25+ years working directly with public sector agencies and suppliers. She was our first guest of Season 12, and now she's returning right before Forum to preview it all. In this episode, Kim and host Bill discuss:🔹 What she's most excited about heading into Columbus (hint: it's the people)🔹 What Beacon Bid has planned at Booth 223🔹 What Beacon Bid and their agency partners have come up with since Denver, including new development, an expanded client support team, and even stronger communication between agencies and suppliers🔹 Her full Forum schedule, including a debriefs session with Victor Leamer and an Innovation Theater segment on the history of the procurement profession If you're heading to NIGP Forum this year, this episode is required listening beforehand.Rick Jennings closes out the episode with a Crazy Bids segment that's guaranteed to cool you off. Brrr.And while you're thinking about the people shaping this industry, take a minute to nominate someone for the David and Beverly Nash Leadership Award, a meaningful way to recognize the people doing the important work in public procurement.Links & ResourcesWatch the Youtube versionFind Kim on LinkedInNominate someone for the David and Beverly Nash Leadership AwardLearn more about Beacon BidVisit Beacon Bid at Booth 223 at NIGP Forum in Columbus.

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