Time: 11:00 – 11:45 a.m. | Location: Lake Hollingsworth A
Tara Walls, Stephanie-Grace Lutton, Bethany Owen, Ashley Provenza, Ivy Williams
Back by popular demand, this high-value session brings together procurement leaders from across Polk County — now with expanded representation from the Cities of Lakeland, Winter Haven, Haines City, Lake Wales and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Whether you’re new to bidding on government contracts or looking to improve your win rate, this panel discussion will offer practical insights straight from the source. Learn what agencies are really looking for in bids, the most common mistakes to avoid, and how to make your business stand out.
Panelists include:
- Tara Walls, Senior Buyer Risk & Purchasing Department, City of Lakeland
- Stephanie-Grace Lutton, Parks & Recreation Director, City of Lake Wales
- Bethany Owen, Procurement Manager, City of Winter Haven
- Ashley Provenza, Purchasing Supervisor, Polk County Sheriff’s Office
- Ivy Williams, Purchasing Manager, City of Haines City