KAPPP 2025 Fall Conference & Reverse Vendor Fair

Friday, October 24th, 2025

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library
1515 SW 10th Ave.
Topeka, KS 66604

The KAPPP Fall Conference & Reverse Vendor Fair, themed “Rounding Up Resources While Connecting Procurement Professionals and Partners,” is dedicated to uniting procurement professionals and vendor partners for an impactful exchange of knowledge, tools, and connections. This event serves as a central hub for sharing best practices, discovering new resources, and strengthening the public procurement community across Kansas and beyond.

ATTENDEES WILL RECEIVE 3 CONTACT HOURS AND A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION FOR YOUR RECORDS

What is a Reverse Vendor Fair?
A Reverse Vendor Fair flips the traditional vendor fair concept—instead of vendors setting up booths, it's the purchasing departments and government agencies who do! Vendors and suppliers walk the floor, meet with decision-makers, and learn firsthand about upcoming procurement opportunities, key contacts, and how to do business with participating organizations.

Why Participate as a Vendor?
Direct Access: Connect with purchasing professionals and end users from multiple agencies in one place.

Insightful Conversations: Learn what goods and services are needed and how to become an approved vendor.

Business Growth: Discover opportunities to grow your business in the public sector.

Whether you're new to government contracting or looking to expand your reach, a Reverse Vendor Fair is a valuable networking and learning opportunity!

AGENCIES: A LIMITED NUMBER OF BOOTHS ARE AVAILABLE! REGISTER TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

VENDORS: INTERESTED IN INCREASING YOUR VISIBILITY? BECOME A SPONSOR TODAY! CLICK FOR MORE INFORMATION BELOW!

Brian Lines, PhD, PE, FMP is a professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Kansas. His work with Simplar has helped hundreds of public and private organizations to enhance their procurement processes and upskill their staff. Dr. Lines is also a volunteer instructor for the Center for Procurement Excellence (CPE) and delivers short courses to professionals internationally.

REGISTRATION ENDS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8TH!