ProcureAmerica

Thank you for all of your gracious and touching words regarding the announcement of my retirement this past week. This has been the ride of a lifetime, and I can't express how much I will miss you and the amazing work you do.   With this said, a picture says a thousand words. ProcureAmerica has just received INC Magazine's award as one "fastest growing companies in America" for 2024 (again)! This is the 5th consecutive year that the company has achieved this recognition; you are simply the absolute best at what you do, and it has been an honor to have worked with you.  Congratulations to the entire ProcureAmerica team and I wish you many years of continued success!

Hard work and delivering impactful results for our clients continues to pay off. Let us assist your organization identify areas to reduce costs and increase efficiencies. ProcureAmerica works with our public sector and healthcare partners to reduce expenses in key cost areas. Those resources can then be re-directed to more important iniatives. Let us help you!

ProcureAmerica's 5th Consecutive Inclusion on Inc Magazine 5000 List We earned our 5th consecutive inclusion on the Inc. 5000 list, further solidifying our leadership in helping clients optimize operational efficiency and ensure they never overpay. This achievement underscores our role as a market leader in setting the standard for service excellence. Our focus on driving measurable outcomes continues to position us as a trusted partner for organizations nationwide. As we move forward, we remain committed to innovation, superior client service, and results that matter. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our talented team and our efficiency-driven clients, who partner with us to deliver impactful, measurable results,” said CEO Fred Armendariz. “Serving the government, healthcare, and education sectors exemplifies the power of public-private partnerships in generating community benefits through our Business Intelligence Services. Delivering efficiency, transparency, and cost reduction is our strategic goal for every project, and we are proud of the outcomes we have achieved for our clients.” Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/eQ3v93nD #NeverOverpay #CostReduction #BusinessIntelligence #GovernmentAgencies #Education

September 30, 2024 Subject: Next Chapter Dear Colleagues, Friends, and Family: Unless you’re Mick Jagger, there comes a time in all professional lives “to pass the mic”! For me that time has come, and as of tomorrow October 1st I will be retiring as CEO of ProcureAmerica. When my career started 4 decades ago, I could never have imagined where this journey would take me. I have been blessed to have worked in both the public and private sector, served with extraordinary and dedicated professionals in interesting and challenging industries … and along the way I was fortunate to have served one US President and two California Governors. What an honor and I am so grateful to all of you that have helped and supported me over these past 40+ years! With the above said, it is my most recent post as CEO of ProcureAmerica that has been the most rewarding stage of my career. The company’s mission is noble, our clients are selfless, and the ProcureAmerica team (my work family) is both highly talented and passionate. To put into context, your efforts have provided over $250M in supplementary financial resources back to local government, healthcare organizations, and educational institutions; you made a difference, and I am very proud to have worked with you! In professional golf they have the Senior’s Tour, but no such luck in business. I will miss being in the arena, I will miss serving our clients, but most of all I will miss working side-by-side with my team at ProcureAmerica and the folks at SIB. You’re the best in the industry and I know you will continue to provide our clients with the highest service levels possible. Next chapter: I look forward to spending more time with my 3 wonderful kids, creating more memories with family and friends, and getting my golf handicap lower (it’s been rising lately- lol).  In closing I need to thank my wife Amy (today is our 35th anniversary) – She has always been my biggest supporter and all that is good in my life happens because of her! So long and best wishes, Fred Armendariz

We are thrilled to announce the winners of the #2024HEROAward, celebrating exceptional leadership and visionary contributions within public and private sectors! Congratulations to Maria Agrusa from the County Procurement, County of Orange, and all the incredible public sector heroes. Your commitment to enhancing fiscal efficiency and delivering impactful programs does not go unnoticed. A special shout-out to Maria Agrusa for demonstrating outstanding leadership in challenging times. Heroes like Maria ensure that opportunities for improvement and innovation are always seized, leading to better service delivery and reduced expenses. Thank you, Maria, and all the 2023 HERO Award recipients, for your dedication and exemplary service. Your work truly embodies the spirit of a HERO. Fred Armendariz, CEO of ProcureAmerica, an SIB company, captured it perfectly: "Challenging times provide opportunities for HEROES to show themselves, and the class of 2023 winners are prime examples of this belief!" Let's continue to support and celebrate these leaders who make a significant difference in their organizations and communities. Learn more about how ProcureAmerica is leading the way in Business Intelligence services at https://lnkd.in/e9FjUPDu. #CostReduction #HeroAwards2024 #California #ProcureAmerica #PublicSector

Universities are grappling with staffing and financial challenges, but there's a bright spot: ProcureAmerica's expert utility management is making a difference! After a stringent due diligence process, UCLA UC campus has selected ProcureAmerica to boost their cash flow, becoming the 8th of 10 campuses to join the ProcureAmerica family. Discover how smart cost management is helping the University of California save millions and reinvest in its future leaders! Learn more about our process ➡ https://lnkd.in/ehWBxnFE #UCCampuses #CostReduction #Savings #HigherEducation #UtilityManagement

Sustainability isn't just about responsibility—it's about saving money! Read the full article here 🔗: https://lnkd.in/ehWBxnFE 💡 Universities can significantly cut costs by embracing energy-efficient buildings, waste reduction, and eco-friendly purchasing. Learn how forward-thinking strategies in energy, waste management, and telecom can lead to substantial savings and a greener campus. 🌱💰 #CostReduction #Savings #SustainableCampus #CostSavings #GreenInitiatives

Empower Your University with Data-Driven Decisions! 📊 Read the full article here 🔗: https://lnkd.in/ehWBxnFE 💡Unlocking savings and operational efficiencies in universities starts with harnessing the power of data. Read now to learn how leveraging benchmarking, usage insights, and contract data, institutions can strategically optimize spending and drive continuous improvement! #CostReduction #DataDrivenDecisions #HigherEdEfficiency #CostOptimization

Universities that do not enhance efficiency through interdepartmental collaboration are missing out on significant savings! Read the full article here 🔗: https://lnkd.in/ehWBxnFE 🌐 Consolidating services like telecom and waste management and optimizing SaaS and Public Cloud subscriptions, universities can streamline operations and reduce costs. 💡 Read now and discover how fostering collaboration across university departments can lead to substantial savings! #CostReduction #HigherEdEfficiency #CostSavings #Collaboration

Universities grapple with inefficient procurement processes across departments, leading to overspend. Read the full article here 🔗: https://lnkd.in/ehWBxnFE 📊 By embracing efficient processes, technology, and partnerships with industry experts, they can slash costs significantly. 💡 Learn how collaboration with the private sector can unlock substantial savings across key spend categories! #CostReduction #ProcurementEfficiency #HigherEd #CostSavings