Procurement Magazine June 2025 | Article Title

Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE brought together global supply chain leaders and procurement pioneers to ignite critical conversations and shape strategies that are driving a more resilient, agile and sustainable future

Lauren Hymen, Vice President, Strategy and

Transformation Digital Procurement, PepsiCo

Executive speakers

Kathy Presto, HH Global & Kimberly Green Reynolds, Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales and Services

Anna Barej, VP of Procurement,

Re-Engineer Your Procurement Process Workshop

Best Buy

Patric Stadtfeld, Chief Procurement Officer for the Americas, Siemens

Chuck Hatsis, CPO,

CME Group

Of exclusive content recorded

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EVENT REVIEW

Thank you to our amazing line-up of industry experts, innovators and pioneers for their invaluable insights and thought-provoking discussions.

Kathy Presto Chief Procurement Officer HH Global

David Schultz VP, Chief Supply Chain Executive Westfall Technik

Kimberly Green Reynolds Chief Procurement Officer Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales and Services

Pierre Mitchel Chief Research Officer and Managing Director Spend Matters

Nancy Tiran Global Head of Commercial Procurement AstraZeneca

Mark Schenecker VP, Direct Materials Coupa

Nick Heinzmann Head of Research Zip

Kareem Mohamednur Principal, Procurement Transformation PwC

Chuck Hatsis CPO CME Group

Dinand Tinholt Vice President Insights & Data Capgemini

Chris Wyatt, Chief Strategy Officer Finexio

EXPLORE ALL SPEAKERS

Patric Stadtfeld Chief Procurement Officer for the Americas Siemens

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Nick Heinzmann, Head of Research, Zip

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BECOMING A GLOBAL EVENTS LEADER: GLEN WHITE, BIZCLIK CEO

began as a reactive pivot during the pandemic has evolved into a cornerstone of BizClik’s global strategy. The company’s highly successful LIVE event series – spanning procurement, supply chain, sustainability, technology and fintech – has rapidly become one of the most anticipated events on the annual calendar.

The choice of location paid off. Attracting more than 2,500 attendees, the co-located event took place over three distinct stages. “It was incredible – our team worked tirelessly to pull this off,” Glen says.

“We had more than 60 really top level executive speakers from some of the world’s largest corporations.”

Speakers include chief procurement officers and senior executives from major corporations such as American Express, MasterCard, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Walgreens and Siemens.

“The pandemic drove our clients to ask for us to do virtual events, which we did because they needed the leads and we needed the business,” Glen recalls, discussing the origins of the LIVE series. “We quickly found out that we were pretty good at it.”

The event underscored the now critical nature of sustainability in global supply chains, highlighting its role as a strategic enabler issue across all industries.

BizClik launched its first in-person conference, Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE, in September 2021. “It was the first time people had been to any physical event since the lockdown,” says Glen. “It was quiet to begin with, but it got us going.”

The business case for sustainability At the core of BizClik’s events is the argument for embedding sustainability into business. Glen recounts a comment from a major speaker at a previous event – “welcome to capitalism” – underlining how sustainability has become a business necessity.

Expanding to Chicago On 28-29 May, BizClik took over Chicago, with Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE and Sustainability LIVE hosted at the iconic Willis Tower.

“Sustainability needs to be embedded into the business strategy,” he says. “Unsustainable business is no longer sustainable.”

Glen highlights Chicago’s strategic advantages, describing it as “a great hub for people to come from the east coast as well as the west coast. It’s an industrial heartland of the US.”

READ MORE OF THE INTERVIEW ONLINE

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“We had more than 60 really top level executive speakers from some of the world’s largest corporations”

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PANELS AND WORKSHOPS

PANEL | DAY 1 Women In Procurement In a powerful and honest breakfast briefing, senior leaders from global brands shared their experiences at the frontline of procurement and leadership. Our speakers discussed navigating male-dominated spaces and shaping the future of supply chain from the inside out.

The key takeaway Women are driving meaningful change in procurement and supply chain, despite persistent barriers. By elevating gender diversity, businesses can unlock stronger performance, fresh thinking and a more equitable future.

Kimberly Green Reynolds, Chief Procurement Officer, Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales and Services

PANEL | DAY 1 Spend Management Strategies Procurement leaders explored what it takes to excel in today’s cost-conscious climate. The panellists delivered sharp, actionable strategies for mastering spend management in the face of rising economic pressures.

The key takeaway Strategic spend management is about more than cutting costs — it’s about using data, collaboration and innovation to drive long-term value. By building smarter, more agile procurement processes, organisations can strengthen resilience and achieve both commercial and sustainability goals.

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Kathy Presto, CPO, HH Global

Nancy Tiran,

Global Head of Commercial Procurement, AstraZeneca

Spend Management Strategies Panel

David Schultz, VP, Chief Supply Chain Executive, Westfall Technik Inc.

Digital Procurement Strategies

EVENT REVIEW

PANEL | DAY 2 The Future of Agentic AI In a thought-provoking session, global leaders explored the game-changing potential of agentic AI. During the panel, speakers explored how this next frontier in AI could fundamentally redefine procurement.

The key takeaway Agentic AI is set to revolutionise procurement by enabling autonomous, intelligent decision-making that boosts efficiency, reduces bias and enhances supplier relationships. To stay ahead, organisations must explore how to integrate this emerging technology with clear strategy, robust governance and a focus on long-term value.

Kareem Mohamednur, Principal of Procurement

Transformation, PwC

PANEL | DAY 2 Digital Procurement Strategies In a future-facing session, panellists shared bold strategies for turning procurement into a strategic powerhouse. From AI and automation to data-driven supplier engagement, the panel unpacked how digital innovation is rewriting the rules of sourcing and supplier management.

The key takeaway Digital procurement is not just about technology — it’s about transforming procurement into a strategic powerhouse. AI, automation and analytics can streamline operations, enhance supplier engagement and unlock new levels of efficiency and value.

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WORKSHOP | DAY 1 Re-Engineer Your Procurement Process – Zip Jason Moore from Zip’s Advisory Practice led a hands-on workshop that reimagined procurement from the ground up. Blending design-thinking with modern orchestration techniques, attendees explored how to drive real agility, visibility and strategic impact.

Through real-world examples and bold insights, Jason challenged traditional procurement mindsets, showcasing the “art of what’s possible” with emerging tech and user-first workflows.

The key takeaway? Reimagining procurement through design thinking and technology enables faster, smarter processes that deliver greater strategic value across the business.

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Jason Moore, Head of Enterprise

Transformation Office, Zip