Ontario Public Buyers Association. Official Chapter of NIGP

Thank you to everyone who joined us on April 28 in Mississauga for Leadership Day 2026.

Senior procurement leaders came together to focus on performance management and difficult conversations — key aspects of effective leadership in public procurement.

Leadership Day 2026

Performance Management & Difficult Conversations for Senior Procurement Leaders

Event Highlights

  • Facilitated by Nicole North (Whiteboard Learning)
  • Interactive, small-group format
  • Focus on practical leadership tools
  • Peer discussion and real-world scenarios

    Exclusive Event Sponsor

    Leadership Day 2026 was proudly presented with support from Best Buy Business, exclusive sponsor partner. 

    Connect with their team during the event to learn more about how they support public sector organizations with technology solutions. 

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    2026 Program Overview 

    Below is a sample agenda from our April 2026 Leadership Day to give a sense of the session structure and format.

    Morning: Leadership Foundation & Coaching

    Leadership Insights
    Leadership presence, self-awareness, and influence—how leadership behaviours affect team performance and engagement.

    Coaching Conversations
    Using open-ended questions and coaching approaches to build accountability and engagement without micromanaging.
    Midday: Peer Connection
    Lunch
    Time to connect with fellow senior procurement leaders and continue conversations informally.
    Afternoon: Feedback, Resistance & Tough Conversations
    Clear, Empathetic Feedback
    Practical frameworks for delivering feedback, addressing resistance, and keeping discussions productive.
    Navigating Tough Conversations
    Applying coaching and feedback tools through realistic procurement leadership scenarios.
    Closing: Turning Insight into Action
    Wrap-Up & Next Steps
    Identifying leadership habits and practical actions to apply immediately following Leadership Day.