Lightning Sessions

Is Your Contractor Actually an Employee

1. Does your org hire contractors who have specific skills to augment your internal teams?
2. Do any of these contracted resources work full time just for your org?
3. Discuss how CRA and others deal with this situation

Live session by Industry Expert: Liz Busch

• Date & Time:
  March 18, 2026 at 11:00 am – 11:30 am PST

RFP or NRFP?:

1. Review court decisions on binding vs non-binding procurements
2. Discuss practical considerations for deciding on the right approach
3. Explore strategies to avoid legal challenges and ensure best value

Live session by Industry Expert: Maureen Sullivan

• Date & Time:
  March 25, 2026 at 11:00 am – 11:30 am PST

The Efficient RFP: Building Templates That Work for Buyers and Bidders

Live session by Industry Expert: Lise Patry

• Date & Time:
  Wednesday, Jan 14 – 9:00 am – 9:30 am PST

Managing Mandatories – Pitfalls and Pointers

Live session by Industry Expert: Maureen Sullivan

• Date & Time:
  Wednesday, Jan 14 – 11:00 am – 11:30 am PST

Tips for Neutralizing the Incumbent Advantage:

1. Review recent relevant court cases
2. Explore ways to pre-empt challenges
3. Discuss your own examples

Live session by Industry Expert: Maureen Sullivan

• Date & Time:
  Wednesday, Feb 17, 2026 – 11:00 am – 11:30 am PST