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 Michael Pruitt, CPCP, Procurement Operations Manager
California State University, Fullerton
Michael has worked at California State University (CSU), Fullerton, for over 18 years, starting in Parking & Transportation. For the last 11½ years, Michael has worked in Contracts and Procurement overseeing California State Fullerton’s Procurement Card (One Card) Program, first as the program administrator and then becoming the program manager in 2013. Michael serves on various CSU system committees, including the last Procurement Card RFP contract solicitation for the CSU’s 23 campuses and Office of the Chancellor. Michael earned his BA in business administration (emphasis accounting) from California State University, Fullerton, in 2003, and his Certified Purchasing Card Professional (CPCP) credential in 2012.
Karen Brookbanks, CPCP, C.P.M., CPPB, Program Manager
University of Arizona
Karen Brookbanks is the manager of the Purchasing Card Programs at the University of Arizona. She is a Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) and a Certified Purchasing Card Professional (CPCP). Karen has been a member of NAPCP since 2007 and has served on the NAPCP Higher Education Advisory Team (HEAT) since 2015. In addition, she is also a member of the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) and an NIGP Copper Chapter Local Member. Karen's background includes over 20+ years of experience in the procurement field, in both the private and public sector. Prior to her position at The University of Arizona, Karen was the purchasing manager at The Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (ASDB). Her enthusiasm is evident in the passion she displays for her card program at the University of Arizona, and her desire to work toward advancement of the Commercial Card industry.
Greg Hamilton, Vice President, Public Sector Business Development
Mastercard Worldwide
Greg joined the Mastercard Worldwide team in 2012 after more than 25 years as a leader
in this market segment working directly for several large issuers and technology partners. As vice president of Public Sector Sales for large market commercial payments in the U.S., he and his bank issuing partners are actively involved in assisting with RFP development, program design, implementation and overall sales and service strategy for state and local government, higher education and not-for-profit organizations. Greg's responsibilities include commercial credit products including virtual payments, Purchasing Card, Travel Card and fleet applications.
Kyla Van Zile, Corporate Card Administrator
University of Phoenix
Kyla Van Zile joined University of Phoenix 12 years ago where she completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology in 2012 and her Master of Business Administration in 2013. During the 12 years, Kyla has worked in various departments such as finance, information technology and procurement operations. She has spent the last two years as the Corporate Card administrator.
Donna T. Ginter, CPCP, C.P.M., CPPB, CPPO, Director of Procurement & Travel Services
George Washington University
 Donna sets the strategy for the card program at The George Washington University. She has taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels, presented on a variety of topics at forums and conferences, and is published on topics such as State and Local Procurement, Social Responsibility and Public Procurement Compensation. Donna also sits as a member of NAPCP’s Higher Education Advisory Team (HEAT).
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