Mark Frank

Mark Frank

Interim Director of Strategic Sourcing Los Angeles World Airports
As Deputy Executive Director of Sourcing and Economic Impact, Mark Darius Frank leads the transformation of procurement operations and spearheads initiatives focused on small business inclusion and supplier diversity. His efforts will help streamline and enhance procurement processes for all LAWA stakeholders and business partners. Mark oversees Strategic Sourcing, Business, Jobs and Social Responsibility, and the Economic Impact Team; collaborates with the City Attorney’s Office; and engages local business communities to drive meaningful impact and operational excellence. Mark brings over 20 years of experience with Los Angeles World Airports. His tenure at LAWA includes working in procurement roles in several divisions, as well as supporting the work of Airport Affairs, Human Resources, and Terminal Operations. Mark most recently served as Interim Director of Strategic Sourcing where he led a major internal transformation of LAWA’s procurement function. Mark holds degrees from the University of Southern California and the University of Oxford, where he earned an Executive MBA.

March 9, 2026

8:30 AM Rise And Connect: Industry Insights Roundtables – BUY SIDE PRACTITIONER ONLY

Begin your ProcureCon journey with interactive roundtables designed for your specific industry led by top procurement leaders. Connect with peers to exchange insights, tackle real-world challenges, and uncover new opportunities. Do all this before the main event begins

1. Hospitality, Travel, Media, Entertainment, Transportation & Logistics

Holly Niemoth, Vice President of Procurement and Strategic Sourcing, Westgate Resorts

2. Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Michael Gordon, Head of North America Procurement (GES- CAO), EMD Serono, Inc.

3. Manufacturing, Industrial

Gaston Alvarado, Founder & Owner, G&S Business Solutions

4. Energy & Utilities

Aaron Michaels, Senior Director, Indirect and Corporate Services Procurement, Pacific Gas & Electric Company

5. Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)

Anita Newsom, Senior Director of Procurement, Manscaped

6. Non-Profit, Education & Public Sector

Mark Frank, Interim Director of Strategic Sourcing, Los Angeles World Airports

7. Retail & E-Commerce

Kaylee Wessel, Global Consulting, Business & Financial Services Category Lead, Nike

8. Technology, Telecommunications & IT Serviceslio

Adam Schindler, Director, Strategic Sourcing, Anaplan

9. Financial Services & Banking

Andrew Mussalli, Global Head of Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management, SiriusPoint


March 10, 2026

9:30 AM Keynote Panel: Preparing For The AI Shift: How Will Emerging Technology Reshape Procurement

AI is actively transforming how procurement, and the entire company, operates. In this forward-looking keynote panel, procurement leaders will explore how AI is revolutionizing procurement and what’s coming next. Discover how to leverage AI for faster decisions, smarter operations, and stronger business value

Key takeaways:

  • Looking at current AI capabilities and how they’re already enhancing procurement workflows
  • Reviewing upcoming AI advancements that could redefine sourcing, contracts, and risk
  • Assessing potential challenges and risks related to AI
  • Managing stakeholder expectations within legal, risk and compliance constraints
  • Predicting the impact AI applications will have on our future

4:40 PM Regroup And Reflect: Industry Insights Roundtables- (Procurement Practitioners Only)

Reconnect with your industry peers you met on Day 1 to review key learning from the event so far. Discuss what insights resonated most and how they tie back to the challenges and opportunities in your field. It’s the perfect way to share ideas and recharge before cocktails!  

        1. Hospitality, Travel, Media & Entertainment
Holly Niemoth, Vice President of Procurement and Strategic Sourcing, Westgate Resorts

        2.Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
Michael Gordon, Head of North America Procurement (GES- CAO), EMD Serono, Inc.

        3.Manufacturing, Industrial
Gaston Alvarado, Founder & Owner, G&S Business Solutions

        4. Energy & Utilities
Aaron Michaels, Senior Director, Indirect and Corporate Services Procurement, Pacific Gas & Electric Company

        5.Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
Anita Newsom, Senior Director of Procurement, Manscaped

        6.Non-Profit, Education & Public Sector
Mark Frank, Interim Director of Strategic Sourcing, Los Angeles World Airports

        7. Transportation & Logistics
Alexandra Wakefield, Director of Strategic Sourcing, Breeze Airways

        8. Retail & E-Commerce
Matt Peacey, Industry Expert

        9. Technology, Telecommunications & IT Services
Adam Schindler, Director, Strategic Sourcing, Anaplan

        10. Financial Services & Banking
Andrew Mussalli, Global Head of Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management, SiriusPoint

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Mark.

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