Tara Vance Mba, P.e. (Cochran)

Tara (Cochran) Vance, MBA, P.E. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in engineering and procurement. Currently serving as the Procurement Officer for the Town of Christiansburg, Virginia, responsibilities include creating contracts and solicitations for various departments, including police, fire & rescue, and recreation. Prior positions include Senior Industrial Engineer roles at Volvo Group Trucks Operations and Hubbell Lighting, where leadership in new product introductions and production support were key contributions. Additional experience encompasses project management and sourcing at Norfolk Southern Corporation and environmental program coordination at Virginia Western Community College. Tara holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Virginia Tech and an MBA from Radford University.