About this episode

This episode discusses how BuyBoard supports Virginia school divisions through cooperative purchasing.

In this episode of the VSBA School Board News Podcast, Executive Director Gina Patterson is joined by Ernesto Hernandez, Regional Sales Director for BuyBoard, to discuss how the national purchasing cooperative helps school divisions save time, ensure compliance, and maximize resources. Learn how BuyBoard works, what sets it apart from traditional procurement methods, and how Virginia school boards and division leaders can use cooperative purchasing to support both educational and operational needs.

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