Bio

Gordy Thompson is a Contract Manager at National Joint Powers Alliance ® (NJPA). In 1998 he earned two B. S. degrees - one in Life Science and one in Earth Science from Bemidji State University in Minnesota. In 2005, he earned an M. S. degree in science - also from Bemidji State University. Gordy was a high school biology instructor in central Minnesota for close to 10 years before he joined NJPA.

As a Contract Manager, Gordy plans sales training for his vendor contracts to ensure sales growth and achieve contract success. He recommends communication methods, program benefits and sales strategies that add value to awarded vendors and NJPA members. He also manages conference exhibiting, ensuring maximum exposure of awarded vendors to potential and current NJPA members.

Another area vital to the success of NJPA is the development and implementation of an aggressive marketing strategy to promote each contract. Gordy maintains a close relationship with all of his contracts, ensuring the marketing plan is followed. He also supports member/vendor interaction by promoting all NJPA vendors, yet ensuring membership satisfaction.

Gordy and his family reside in Brainerd, MN and he enjoys spending time hunting, fishing and camping with his family.