Name: Shelly Mudick
Agency / Organization: Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)
Title / Position: Contract Administrator I
NFPA Board Role: Secretary
What emerging trend in procurement excites you the most?
AI and Automation in Procurement
How do you balance risk management with innovation in procurement?
Clear evaluation criteria in solicitations.
What’s the most rewarding project or accomplishment in your career so far?
Oracle EBS Upgrade. Large-scale project and lots of moving parts.
What’s your favorite book, podcast, or show right now?
Magnum PI
If you could change one thing about the procurement industry, what would it be?
The ICE process can sometimes be challenging within our organization due to the number of steps and reviews involved
What’s a hobby or activity that helps you unwind outside of work?
Relaxing in my pool, going to the beach, and traveling with my husband.
What advice would you give to someone new to the procurement field?
Procurement is an interesting field because there is always something new to learn. It also provides the opportunity to work with many different people, personalities, and professional backgrounds
Do you have a favorite quote or mantra that inspires you?
Learn all that you can learn, to help you be all that you can be!