Speaking engagement

KPN-PEPPM Powerhouse Purchasing Day

Published 09/10/2026

Education attorneys Ellen Enters and Colleen Degnan will present on cooperative purchasing at Keystone Purchasing Network (KPN) and PEPPM’s Powerhouse Purchasing Day on Thursday, September 10, at the Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center in Camp Hill, Pa.

During “Cooperative purchasing: Navigating diverse arrangements,” Ellen and Tom Caruso of CSIU will explore the different types of cooperative purchasing arrangements available to school districts and public entities, including their benefits, key differences, and compliance considerations.

Ellen and Colleen will also present “Did you know? Cooperative purchasing for construction and facilities projects,” covering how cooperative purchasing and job order contracting (JOC) can provide alternatives to traditional bidding for certain construction, renovation, and facilities projects.

Interested in learning more or attending? Register for the PEPPM-KPN Powerhouse Purchasing Day.

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