{"id":5938,"date":"2025-02-12T11:59:15","date_gmt":"2025-02-12T16:59:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sovra.com\/?p=5938"},"modified":"2025-08-01T18:01:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T22:01:37","slug":"govtech-leader-tom-spengler-joins-sovras-board-to-drive-public-procurement-innovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sovra.com\/fr\/press-release\/govtech-leader-tom-spengler-joins-sovras-board-to-drive-public-procurement-innovation\/","title":{"rendered":"GOVTECH Leader Tom Spengler Joins SOVRA\u2019s Board to Drive Public Procurement Innovation."},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"5938\" class=\"elementor elementor-5938\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3260f1b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3260f1b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_has_onepagescroll_dot&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a527fa4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a527fa4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5><em>SOVRA is strengthening its position in Government Technology (GOVTECH) by appointing industry pioneer Tom Spengler to its Board, reinforcing its leadership in public procurement innovation, and accelerating the digital transformation of government purchasing.<\/em><\/h5><p><strong>Latham, NY \u2013 February 12, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 SOVRA, a leading provider of source-to-contract solutions for the public sector, welcomes renowned GOVTECH pioneer Tom Spengler to its Board of Directors. With decades of experience transforming public sector technology, Spengler will play a pivotal role in strengthening the company\u2019s leadership in procurement innovation.<\/p><p>A recognized leader in public sector digital transformation, Spengler co-founded Granicus, growing it into a premier civic engagement and legislative management platform serving over 6,000 government agencies and 300 million citizens. He also advises GOVTECH investments at Great Hill Partners, helping companies scale digital solutions for government agencies.<\/p><p>\u201cTom\u2019s deep expertise in GOVTECH, procurement technology, and digital governance makes him an invaluable addition to our Board,\u201d said Luc Filiatreault, President and CEO of SOVRA. His leadership will help drive SOVRA\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovra.com\/blog\/solving-everyday-public-procurement-challenges-with-smart-innovation-copy\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"115\">innovation<\/a>, enhancing procurement efficiency and transparency for government agencies and suppliers.\u201d<\/p><p>Spengler\u2019s role will focus on guiding SOVRA\u2019s strategic direction, advising on technology innovation, market expansion, and customer engagement strategies. His expertise will help enhance access to procurement opportunities, reduce administrative burdens, and foster stronger <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovra.com\/ebook\/expanding-opportunity-through-local-supplier-engagement-and-diversification\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"38\">supplier engagement<\/a> across public agencies.<\/p><p>\u201cI\u2019m excited to join and support SOVRA\u2019s rapid expansion in the GOVTECH space,\u201d said Tom Spengler. \u201cGovernments today are under more pressure than ever to modernize procurement while maximizing taxpayer value. SOVRA is uniquely positioned to address these challenges, and I look forward to leveraging my experience to accelerate its growth and impact.\u201d<\/p><p>Spengler will be introduced during the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovra.com\/summit\">SOVRA Summit<\/a><\/strong>, taking place on February 19, 2025, in Chicago. This inaugural event will bring together procurement leaders from<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovra.com\/blog\/state-procurement-revolution\/\"> state<\/a>, local, and education agencies to explore innovation, collaboration, and modernization in public sector procurement. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Spengler and engage in discussions on the future of GOVTECH and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovra.com\/blog\/digital-transformation-in-government-procurement-driving-agility-in-uncertain-times\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"11\">digital procurement transformation<\/a>.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>About SOVRA<\/strong><\/p><p>SOVRA leverages over 20 years of expertise, uniting brands such as Bidnet Direct, Periscope, Merx, and Eco Interactive. With over 7,000 buyers and connections to 1,000,000 suppliers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sovra.com\/video\/powering-the-critical-work-of-public-procurement\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"364\">SOVRA provides public sector procurement<\/a> solutions that drive transparency, efficiency, and informed decision-making.\u00a0<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Media Contacts<\/strong><\/p><p>Luc Filiatreault, President and CEO\u00a0<\/p><p><a href=\"mailto:luc.filiatreault@sovra.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">luc.filiatreault@sovra.com\u00a0<\/a><\/p><div>\u00a0<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SOVRA is strengthening its position in Government Technology (GOVTECH) by appointing industry pioneer Tom Spengler to its Board, reinforcing its leadership in public procurement innovation, and accelerating the digital transformation of government purchasing. Latham, NY \u2013 February 12, 2025 \u2013 SOVRA, a leading provider of source-to-contract solutions for the public sector, welcomes renowned GOVTECH pioneer Tom Spengler to its Board of Directors. With decades of experience transforming public sector technology, Spengler will play a pivotal role in strengthening the company\u2019s leadership in procurement innovation. 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