NASCA Press Release: Matt Oyer Announced as 2026 20 Under 40 Award Winner

For Immediate Release
May 14, 2026

Contact: Elizabeth Whitehouse, Executive Director, executivedirector@nasca.org

NASCA Press Release: Matt Oyer Announced as 2026 20 Under 40 Award Winner

Lexington, KY — The National Association of State Chief Administrators is proud to announce Matt Oyer, Chief Learning Officer at the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO), as a 2026 NASCA 20 Under 40 Award recipient.

The NASCA 20 Under 40 Award recognizes 20 exceptional young leaders from across the country who are making significant contributions to state government. Our 2026 honorees represent the very best of public service – exemplifying innovation, collaboration, and a dedication to improving the lives of those they serve every single day.

As Chief Learning Officer at NASPO, Oyer leads the organization’s professional development efforts, working to meet the evolving needs of procurement professionals through research, publications, training, and educational programming. With more than a decade of experience at NASPO, he has played an integral role in advancing procurement research and innovation.

Oyer has been instrumental in developing Procurement U, NASPO’s online platform serving procurement professionals worldwide. He has also led the Research & Innovation team to enhance the repository of state practices, the State and Local Government Practical Guide, and other foundational resources.

Upon nominating Oyer, NASPO Chief Strategy Officer Dan Kruger highlighted his leadership in advancing accessible procurement education and research.

“Matt Oyer has served NASPO for more than 10 years, playing a key role in advancing education, research, and innovation. He has been a leader in developing Procurement U, the organization’s online learning platform for procurement professionals nationwide and internationally.”

Kruger continued, “His vision, leadership, and dedication to strengthening public procurement education and research are exceptional.”

Through his leadership in advancing professional development and strengthening procurement resources, Oyer’s work reflects the impact highlighted by the NASCA 20 Under 40 Award. NASCA celebrates his selection as a 20 Under 40 recipient, and we look forward to his continued work advancing excellence in state government operations.

Founded in 1976, NASCA is the nation’s only nonpartisan, nonprofit organization serving chief administrative officers or CAOs. NASCA provides a forum for state chief administrative officers to exchange information and learn new ideas from each other and private sector partners. NASCA engages states in transforming government operations through shared knowledge, operational excellence, and thought leadership.

For more information on NASCA, please visit NASCA.org.