Lisa Robbins - Immediate Past President

Duties and Responsibilities

To serve as a member of the Executive Board.

Biography

Lisa Robbins is the Principal Public Procurement Training Executive at Sourcewell. Previously, she served as a Senior Purchasing Administrator for Johnson County, Kansas. With 18 years of Procurement experience, Lisa has provided Procurement expertise to local cities, counties, school districts, and other public entities.

She is passionate about her profession and guided by her philosophy:

"I am a Procurement Professional to serve the community and to provide the best quality solutions." - Lisa Robbins

Nicole Hogan - President

Duties and Responsibilities

To serve as the chief elected leader and facilitator of the Kansas Association for Public Purchasing Professionals (KAPPP), providing executive leadership, ensuring effective governance, and coordinating chapter operations in alignment with the chapter’s mission, Strategic Plan, KAPPP Bylaws, adopted policies, and NIGP standards. 

Biography

Nicole Hogan serves as the Purchasing Coordinator for the Blue Valley School District. Nicole has spent the last decade ensuring the district’s resources are managed with care and precision, a role she stepped into after building a strong foundation in higher education procurement. Her deep-rooted expertise and a decade-long commitment to the Overland Park community reflect her passion for supporting educational excellence through thoughtful stewardship. 

“To me, procurement is the art of balancing data with human connection. By leading with an analytical mindset, I can navigate complex negotiations and build enduring vendor partnerships that ensure we deliver the best value to our constituents and the community we serve.” – Nicole Hogan

Joe Thomas - Vice President

Duties and Responsibilities

To serve as a member of the Executive Board, to act for the President in the President’s absence, to assist the President in performing any of the assigned responsibilities, and to specifically overview plans and programs of the meeting program and meeting facilities.

Biography

Joe Thomas is the Purchasing Director for Sedgwick County, Wichita, Kansas. He has served in this role for the last 12 years and has over 48 years of procurement experience.

“Public procurement plays an important role in protecting and maximizing taxpayer monies to ensure their judicious and prudent use. ” – Joe Thomas

Annette West - Treasurer

Duties and Responsibilities

To manage and safeguard the chapter’s financial operations by ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with Bylaws, internal controls, and NIGP requirements. The Treasurer oversees budgeting, financial reporting, banking, and recordkeeping; coordinates membership dues, sponsorships, and program funds; and supports audits and required filings. Serving as the primary financial advisor to the Executive Board, this role provides timely financial insight and guidance to support informed decisions and align resources with the chapter’s strategic priorities.

Biography

Annette West is a Senior Purchasing Administrator with Johnson County, Kansas, where she supports public safety, health, human services, elections, and parks and recreation through strategic procurement and contracting. Her public service career has spanned two decades and includes service with the University of Kansas (KU) and the State University of New York (SUNY), shaping her collaborative and service driven approach.

“True leadership is about listening, collaborating, and creating solutions that strengthen the communities we serve.” – Annette West

Kyra Smith - Secretary

Duties and Responsibilities

To serve as a member of the Executive Board, to maintain minutes of all Executive Board activities, and to develop and distribute meeting announcements, training notices, and any other forms of communication with the membership.

Biography

Kyra Smith is a Senior Purchasing Administrator with Johnson County in Olathe, Kansas. She has been in her current roll for 6 years and has a total of 19 years public procurement experience.

"I’m a procurement professional because I enjoy seeing how purchasing influences every aspect of our lives. While we often work behind the scenes like stagehands in a production, the show simply can't go on without us. Procurement ensures purchases are made with equity and transparency, creating an impact whether people see it or not." - Kyra Smith