Kraig Conrad, CAE, CTP. CEO at National Contract Management Association, A DotCom Magazine Interview

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    About Kraig Conrad and National Contract Management Association:

    Experienced Association Executive with a Record of Global Growth

    With 20+ years of association leadership experience, I have played a critical role in helping organizations grow and extend their markets and supporting staff to excel in their service. Throughout my career, I have built a record of achievements that include a full-scale organizational turnaround, internal culture transformation, ANSI accreditation and consensus-based standards setting, practice research institutes, revenue and market share increases, and member-driven improvements.

    I find energy in co-creating strategies and visions for pathways that support career journeys. My energy supercharger is building, coaching, and leading employee and volunteer teams in building global communities.

    I am experienced at engaging corporate leaders, including Directors, C-level Executives, Investors, and General Counsel and functions including strategy, risk management, treasury, procurement, and contract management professions.

    The National Contract Management Association (NCMA) is a membership-based, professional society, whose leadership is composed of volunteer elected officers. NCMA was formed in 1959 to foster the professional growth and educational advancement of its members. Today NCMA serves over 20,000 contract management, acquisition, and procurement professionals.

    Want to stand out in the field of Contract Management? NCMA certifications are the gold standard of professional excellence in Contract Management. NCMA offers three certifications. You can earn your CPCM, CFCM, and CCCM certifications through a valuable combination of education and practical experience. Choose your path and become a leader.

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