The NCMA DC and Bethesda Chapters are excited to join forces for a special event kicking off the 2023-2024 Program Year. Please join us on Wednesday, September 20 at the Arts Club of Washington for an evening of learning, networking, and fellowship. The reception will feature cocktails and heavy hors d’ouevres. We will also welcome Soraya Correa to discuss her new role as Executive Director of NCMA’s Contract Management Institute.
ABOUT THE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE AND OUR SPEAKER:
NCMA recently announced the reinstatement of the Contract Management Institute (CMI) with the appointment of Contract Management veteran, Soraya Correa as the new Executive Director. Soraya brings a wealth of experience and expertise to lead the CMI into a new era of excellence and innovation in contract management.
The reinstatement of the CMI marks a significant milestone for the industry, as professionals and organizations can once again benefit from a dedicated hub of knowledge, resources, and collaboration opportunities. As the field of contract management continues to evolve and become increasingly critical in today's complex business environment, the reinvigorated CMI will serve as a vital platform for professionals to stay at the forefront of profession trends and best practices.
Soraya's appointment as Executive Director is a testament to her outstanding leadership and achievements in contract management. As the former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Chief Procurement Officer and Senior Procurement Executive, Soraya was responsible for the implementation of the unique acquisition policies, regulations, and standards of the agency.
Her work included direct oversight of all procurement operations, including over 1,500 procurement professionals providing contracting services to DHS components, organizations, and offices. The DHS procurement portfolio exceeded $25 billion per year and consisted of the acquisition of a variety of services and products, including information technology, research and development, construction, law enforcement, and professional, consulting, and advisory services.
Soraya is recognized as a transformational leader who designed several programs at DHS, including the Procurement Innovation Lab (PIL), that were adopted by other federal agencies to improve business processes and support the continued development and growth of the acquisition workforce. She has received many awards from government and industry for her accomplishments.