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2026 ELECTION RESULTS

You, the members of VAGP, voted on the positions for Treasurer, Secretary, and Second At-Large to lead us into the future. The results of the election were announced at our 2025 Fall Symposium in Charlottesville, VA. We are proud to present the winners of our 2026 Board Officers Election! See our full 2026 Board of Directors Here.

2025 Fall Awards & Recognitions

The VAGP Honors and Awards Committee annually honors the accomplishments of VAGP agencies, members or any person who has provided outstanding service to VAGP, and any VAGP members who have distinguished themselves in the areas of purchasing or materials management, involvement in association activities, and promotion of professional development not only for themselves but also for others.

At the 2025 Fall Symposium, the Committee awarded the T. Gordon Sandridge Lifetime Achievement Award, (VAGP's most prestigious award), the Volunteer of the Year Award, and the Leading Light Award:

T. Gordon Sandridge Lifetime Achievement Award (2024): Lorie Newton

Volunteer of the Year: Kari Claycomb, City of Virginia Beach

Leading Light Award: The City of Richmond Department of Procurement Services