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Cooperatively Speaking

Hosted by E&I Cooperative Services · business · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

Welcome to Cooperatively Speaking®, a podcast by E&I Cooperative Services, the only member-owned, nonprofit procurement cooperative focused exclusively on education. Each episode, we discuss the topics most important to procurement and end-users at schools and universities. Find out more at www.eandi.org/podcast.

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What is Cooperatively Speaking about?

Welcome to Cooperatively Speaking®, a podcast by E&I Cooperative Services, the only member-owned, nonprofit procurement cooperative focused exclusively on education. Each episode, we discuss the topics most important to procurement and end-users at schools and universities.

Who hosts Cooperatively Speaking?

Cooperatively Speaking is hosted by E&I Cooperative Services. The show has published 76 episodes to date.

What has Cooperatively Speaking covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Far from Home, Not Far from Help: Delivering a Superior Student Experience" (28 September 2026, 21 minutes), "Everything Checked Out. Until It Didn't. Who Are You Really Hiring?" (1 September 2026, 29 minutes), and "Relocating Faculty, Staff, and Athletic Personnel to Campus: Are You Taking Full Advantage of Resources Available?" (15 June 2026, 17 minutes).

How often does Cooperatively Speaking publish?

Cooperatively Speaking publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 23 minutes across 76 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Cooperatively Speaking?

Booking probability for Cooperatively Speaking is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Cooperatively Speaking requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Cooperatively Speaking's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Cooperatively Speaking?

The strongest fits for Cooperatively Speaking are Universities & Colleges. Cooperatively Speaking has a business audience.

About the host

E&I Cooperative Services hosts Cooperatively Speaking, a business podcast with 76 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #37

    Far from Home, Not Far from Help: Delivering a Superior Student Experience

    Sep 28, 202621 minS5

    Traveling or studying abroad can be an unforgettable part of a student’s education, but adjusting to a new culture, routine, and support system can also create unexpected emotional challenges. In this episode of...

  • Episode #36

    Everything Checked Out. Until It Didn't. Who Are You Really Hiring?

    Sep 1, 202629 minS5

    Employment fraud is becoming more sophisticated and more difficult to detect. In this episode of Cooperatively Speaking , Allison Lambert from E&I sits down with Jim Desmond, Chief Information Security Officer at...

  • Cooperatively Speaking

    Relocating Faculty, Staff, and Athletic Personnel to Campus: Are You Taking Full Advantage of Resources Available?

    Jun 15, 202617 minS0

    <p>Colleges and universities face unique relocation challenges when moving faculty, staff, and coaches to campus. Budget constraints are an obvious challenge, but unlike businesses relocating employees, school...

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    Relocating Faculty, Staff, and Athletic Personnel to Campus: Are You Taking Full Advantage of Resources Available?

    Jun 15, 202617 min

    Colleges and universities face unique relocation challenges when moving faculty, staff, and coaches to campus. Budget constraints are an obvious challenge, but unlike businesses relocating employees, school relocation...

  • Episode #34

    Understanding Air Filtration Standards on Campus

    May 4, 202624 minS5

    <p>Interested in exploring smarter, cleaner, and more strategic air filtration for the places that keep our campuses running? In this episode of Cooperatively Speaking, Starla Ford from E&I speaks with Tim Deleon from...

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  • Episode #33

    Beyond the Classroom: Why Family Wellbeing Matters for Student Success

    Apr 29, 202620 minS5

    <p>Listen as Allison Lambert is joined by Sarah Wood from Workplace Options to discuss why child and family wellbeing has become a critical priority for K–12 schools and higher education institutions. Tackling this...

  • Episode #32

    Invisible Travelers, Real Liability: What Higher Ed Needs to Know

    Apr 13, 202625 minS5

    <p>In higher ed, international travel safety is crucial. With studies abroad, research collaborations, global partnerships, and athletics, managing risk and protecting people is crucial. But many travel programs have...

  • Episode #31

    Beyond the Bench: Why Ergonomics Is Your Lab’s Secret Weapon

    Oct 6, 202521 minS5

    <p><b>Transforming Labs Through Ergonomics: Healthier Spaces for Better Science</b></p><p>Join Allison Lambert, Category Marketing Manager at E&I Cooperative Services, as she hosts <b>Mark Scelfo, U.S. Managing Director...

  • Episode #14

    Procurement Unpacked: Lessons in Successful Procurement From Orange County Public Schools

    Sep 25, 202514 minS4

    <p><b>NOTE:</b> This episode of Cooperatively Speaking features David Wheeler, of Orange County Public Schools, whose recent passing has deeply saddened all who knew him. We share this recording in honor of his legacy...

  • Episode #30

    The Real Cost of the Interim Hire

    Sep 18, 202525 minS5

    <p>Join Matt Levine, Category Marketing Manager from E&I, as he hosts Sheila Lehker, President of Cizek Associates to talk about the true costs associated with filling roles with interim hires. As retirements mount and...

  • Episode #29

    Spotlight on Sponsorship: Staples Business & E&I's NextGen Leadership Program

    Sep 17, 202517 minS5

    <p>What happens when shared values meet shared vision? In this conversation with Rick Herrmann, VP/GM of Public Sector at Staples Business, we explore the origins of Staples’ sponsorship of E&Is EdPro NextGen Leadership...

  • Episode #28

    Reimagining Higher Ed Cost Structures

    Sep 4, 202530 minS5

    <p>In this episode of Cooperatively Speaking, Matt Levine is joined by Scott Nostaja from Segal to talk about the current state of higher education finances and the need for universities to determine how to better align...

  • Episode #27

    Streamline Veterinary Procurement with Smarter, Tech-Driven Solutions from Patterson Vet

    Aug 23, 202513 minS5

    <p>In this episode of Cooperatively Speaking Allison Lambert speaks with <b>Grant Wicks</b>, Director of Sales at <b>Patterson Veterinary Supply</b>, about how institutions can simplify procurement and elevate...

  • Episode #26

    Navigating Supplier Inclusion in a Changing Regulatory Environment: Supplier Inclusion Leadership Series

    Aug 20, 202528 minS5

    <p>As the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, supplier inclusion is facing new scrutiny - and new urgency. In this insightful episode of Cooperatively Speaking, Titus Martin sits down with three respected voices...

  • Episode #25

    Hey biomedical professional! When was the last time you checked what your samples breathe?

    Jul 26, 202530 minS5

    <p>What if the biggest variable in your cell culture experiment isn't what your cells are doing, but what they’re sensing? In this eye-opening episode of Cooperatively Speaking, host Allison Lambert sits down with Dr...

  • Episode #24

    Copilot Part 3 – Productivity Gets Smarter

    Jul 24, 202523 minS5

    <p>In the final episode of our three-part “Unlocking AI in Education” series, host Matt Levine reconnects with Microsoft’s Carlos Fernandez to explore how Copilot is transforming everyday productivity. From drafting...

  • Episode #22

    Unlocking AI in Education: A Copilot Conversation; Part: 1 - The Power of Chat

    Jul 24, 202522 minS5

    <p>In the first episode of our three-part series on Microsoft Copilot, host Matt Levine sits down with Carlos Fernandez, Director Specialist at Microsoft, to explore Copilot Chat -<b> </b>a transformative AI tool...

  • Episode #23

    Copilot Part 2 – Behind the Scenes with Agents

    Jul 24, 202529 minS5

    <p>In Part 2 of our “Unlocking AI in Education” series, host Matt Levine and Microsoft’s Carlos Fernandez explore the next frontier in AI-enabled transformation: Copilot Agents. Unlike traditional chatbots, these...

  • Episode #21

    From Pen Testing to Protection: Ball State’s Cybersecurity Journey

    Jul 16, 202534 minS5

    <p>What does it take to build a resilient cybersecurity strategy in higher education - especially with limited resources and rising threats?</p><p>Tobey Coffman, Chief Information Security Officer at Ball State...

  • Episode #20

    Pregnancy Protections on Campus: Title IX, Title VII, the ADA, the PFWA, and Student-Athletes Protections

    Jun 24, 202523 minS5

    <p>In this episode, Dennis Hyde sits down with legal counsel from the Higher Education Practice Group at Church Church Hittle + Antrim (CCHA) to discuss the legal landscape surrounding federal regulations aimed at...

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