Procurement Innovation on Tour: Chicago

Embrace Innovation to Shape Procurement’s Future!

We face a very different future, with AI transforming how we work and geopolitics shifting the global economy. Procurement remains critical to organizational success, but must adapt to succeed. Successful leaders are taking the initiative, embracing new technologies to boost efficiency and future-proof their organizations.

Be part of the movement shaping procurement’s future!

Join us as we take Procurement Innovation on Tour to discover the latest technologies and see how trailblazers are reshaping the function. Connect with local visionaries and practitioners and gain unparalleled insights to keep your organization ahead.

Agenda

12:30 - 13:30	Registration & Networking Lunch
13:30 - 13:45	Welcome & Opening Remarks Laura Smith - VP, Sales North America at Ivalua
13:45 - 14:00	AI Session: Accelerating your Agentic AI Transformation Vishal Patel - SVP Product & Customer Marketing at Ivalua
14:00 - 14:30	Customer Panel Discussion Mastering Supplier Dynamics: Navigating Data, Risk, Performance, and Collaboration Chelsey Graham, Manager, Solution Consulting at Ivalua Doug Kortfelt, Senior Vice President, Chief Procurement Officer, Corporate Real Estate at Convergint Jerry Grable, Sr Director - Supply Chain Technology, Data, and Risk at BAE Systems Pamela Guru, Sr. Manager, Procurement Systems & Processes at Cummins
14:30 - 14:50	Ivalua Innovation Showcase Doug Keeley, Director of Product Marketing at Ivalua Jeff Nolen, Senior Solutions Consultant
14:50 - 15:55	Networking Break
15:55 - 16:20	The Future of AI in Procurement Vishal Patel, SVP Product & Customer Marketing at Ivalua Paul Zammit, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Ivalua
16:20 - 16:50	Customer Journey Spotlight Accelerating Value: Real‑World Procurement Transformation Journey Laura Smith, VP, Sales North America at Ivalua Travis Hodge, Director of Enterprise Sourcing & Procurement at nVent Amin Moh, Director at Optis Consulting
16:50 - 17:15	Partner Spotlight AI Success "Beyond the Horizon: How Agentic AI is Shaping Procurement's Next Chapter" Ari Stone, Global SVP - Value Engineering, Solution Consulting & Services at Ivalua Salim Khoja, Managing Director at Deloitte
17:15 - 17:50	Special Guest Speaker & Closing Remarks Matt Forte, Former Chicago Bear Running Back Ari Stone, Global SVP - Value Engineering, Solution Consulting & Services at Ivalua
17:50 - 20:00	Evening Reception Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and casual networking in a one-of-a-kind interactive venue. Explore sports history, dive into fun exhibits, and connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed, unforgettable atmosphere.

Venue:

Chicago Sports Museum
835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago

Last Year's Edition

In 2025, the Ivalua Procurement Innovation on Tour event series brought together 600+ procurement and supply chain professionals across stunning venues worldwide. With 20+ customers sharing their success stories and 25 trusted partners alongside us, the Tour showcased procurement innovation at its best, gathering local communities to shape the future of our industry.