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Todd Slater

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Todd Slater, PhD. is the Chief Content Officer for NIGP: The Institute for Public Procurement. He has over twenty years of experience transforming global learning programs using technology and innovative instructional methods. Todd holds a bachelor’s degree in telecommunications from Michigan State University, a master’s degree in instructional design from the University of Central Florida, and a doctorate in adult education from Capella University. He also sits on several industry boards and speaks in both domestic and international settings. 

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21 January, 2025

Embracing the AI Era: Why Upskilling in Critical Thinking is Essential

As we step into a new year, I’ve been exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining the way we wo ...read more
As we step into a new year, I’ve been ...read more
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17 December, 2024

Reflect, Recharge, and Plan: Your Blueprint for Growth This Holiday Season

The holiday season provides a meaningful opportunity to pause and reflect on what you’ve accomplished and wh ...read more
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26 November, 2024

The Power of Gratitude

As we move into the holiday season, I find myself reflecting on the value of gratitude—not only in our perso ...read more
As we move into the holiday season, I fi ...read more
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29 October, 2024

Taking Time for Yourself as a Leader

I have to admit, writing this month’s blog was a struggle. I’ve enjoyed sharing my thoughts over the past ...read more
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24 September, 2024

Humility in Leadership

Introduction Over my tenure, I’ve consistently found that leaders who exhibit humility tend to be highly ef ...read more
Introduction Over my tenure, I’ve con ...read more
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20 August, 2024

Embracing Lifelong Learning: NIGP’s Educational Offerings for the Year Ahead

Several years ago, we embarked on a mission to reimagine learning at NIGP. Our objective was clear: to transfo ...read more
Several years ago, we embarked on a miss ...read more
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16 July, 2024

Embracing Micro-Credentials: The Future of Professional Development in Public Procurement

In the dynamic field of public procurement, the need for skilled professionals is important. Yet, filling thes ...read more
In the dynamic field of public procureme ...read more
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25 June, 2024

The Importance of Leadership Development in Public Procurement

This month, I am excited to introduce video interviews to the Learning By Design blog for the first time! Our ...read more
This month, I am excited to introduce vi ...read more
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29 May, 2024

Beat the Clock: 5 Essential Strategies for Learning When Time is Tight

In today’s business environment, where the lifespan of professional skills is becoming increasingly shorter, ...read more
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