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Advancing Smarter Procurement at the 2026 NC PEAK Conference

March 31, 2026

Venue: In-Person

Public Knowledge® (PK) will attend the 2026 NC PEAK Conference from March 31 to April 1 in Raleigh, with the theme Smarter Procurement for Public Good.

We look forward to reconnecting with procurement professionals from across North Carolina. Visit our team at Booth #52 to discuss procurement planning, vendor engagement, and strategies to help agencies manage complex procurements.

Procurement Support Built for Public Sector Needs

Public sector agencies are often asked to do more with limited resources while still delivering meaningful results. PK helps agencies meet these demands through a structured yet flexible procurement methodology that adapts to each organization’s needs.

Our six-step approach helps agencies:

  • Strengthen procurement planning and market research
  • Improve vendor engagement and communication
  • Align procurement strategies with program goals
  • Manage costs while maintaining quality and compliance

Through our partnership with Civic Initiatives, we support the NASPO ValuePoint Procurement Acquisition Support Services (PASS) cooperative contract. As a result, public sector organizations gain expanded access to procurement expertise.

Meet Our Team at Booth #52

Brittany Goode, Management Consultant at Public Knowledge®

Brittany Goode, Management Consultant

  • 21 years of experience in public sector procurement, contracts, and grants management, supporting agencies with procurement processes, contract administration, and compliance with government policies and regulations.
  • Experienced in procurement operations and policy development, helping organizations strengthen procedures, coordinate cross-agency collaboration, and guide teams through complex procurements and organizational change.
Margaret Ackerman, Client Success Consultant at Public Knowledge®

Margaret Ackerman, PMP, Client Success Consultant

  • 12+ years supporting state agencies across public sector, healthcare, and nonprofit environments, with experience in program operations, contract and grant management, policy development, and statewide training initiatives.
  • Partners with agencies to translate strategy into implementable solutions; strengthening internal capacity, coordinating across stakeholders, and supporting execution of complex projects.

Smarter Procurement Together

PK partners with agencies to strengthen procurement practices and support effective public programs. Visit Booth #52 at NC PEAK to meet Margaret and Brittany and discuss how we can support your procurement goals.

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