National Contract Management Association - NCMA World Congress 2018

Event contact title
Director of Meetings
Event contact first name
Jennifer
Event contact last name
Coy
Email
meetings@ncmahq.org / jcoy@ncmahq.org
Event contact telephone number
571/382-1135
Description

World Congress is the National Contract Management Association’s largest education event for contract management, procurement, and acquisition professionals. Individuals from government (federal, state, and local); industry; and commercial business come together for networking and training for all career levels.

World Congress is what you make of it! Whether you want sessions focused on a specific topic, compelling main stage and interactive breakouts, networking opportunities with 2,000+ attendees, or a refreshing break from the daily grind, you’ll find it July 22–25. 

Attendee information

Program dates and hours:

Sunday, July 22
4:00pm–6:30pm

Monday, July 23
7:00am–5:15pm

Tuesday, July 24
7:00am–5:15pm

Wednesday, July 25
7:30am–12:00pm

Future dates

World Congress 2019
July 28–31, 2019
Hynes Convention Center | Boston, MA

World Congress 2020
July 26–29, 2020
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center Dallas, TX

World Congress 2021
July 11–14, 2021
Colorado Convention Center | Denver, CO

Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.    Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.    Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.   The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.    MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.     MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.