Diane has had a 30+ year career in overseeing the development and execution of critical procurement business operations. Diane started her career with the U.S. Army (civilian) and is currently with the City of Plano, Texas. There, she dedicates her time to the development and advancement of best practices and strategic management solutions spanning Procurement, Contacts Management, Inventory Control and Project Management operations. Diane has been a member of multiple committees with NIGP, UPPCC and is a past president of the National Procurement Institute. Diane received the Carlton N. Parker Award for Outstanding Service to the Public Procurement Profession in 2016.