Leveraging Technology for the Future of Supply Chain and Procurement 

Discover how emerging technologies are transforming procurement and supply chain operations, driving efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. 

• Learn how advanced analytics and predictive tools can empower more informed and proactive decision-making across the supply chain. 
• Discover how technology can help mitigate risks, improve crisis response, and build a more resilient supply chain infrastructure. 
• Learn strategies for integrating these technologies to future-proof operations and stay competitive in an evolving global market.

	Rakesh Kumar, VP, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, The Estee Lauder Companies Inc.
	Dimitri Fleitman, Head of Supply Chain & Strategy, Dole Packaged Foods Canada
	Rosalia La Corte, NISCL-CSCL, Director, Strategic Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Services, WSIB
	Alex Alexander, VP of Data Analytics, Digital, and IT, HealthPRO Canada
	Warren Ali, Director, Industry Development, Vector Institute
	Moderator: Ben Hamilton, VP, Government Relations & Partnerships, OECM

The Critical Role of Trusted Data in a Changing World

Procurement is undergoing a major transformation, driven by emerging technologies like Gen AI, increasing regulatory complexities, and global economic shifts—including trade uncertainties like the proposed tariff increases. While these external pressures create urgency, the foundation for navigating change and unlocking new opportunities remains the same: trusted supplier data. The session will focus on: 

• The Role of Data in Procurement Transformation: Why clean and enriched supplier data is the foundation for AI, automation, and advanced procurement strategies. 
• Unlocking Cost Savings & Efficiency: How supplier data enables supplier consolidation, spend optimization and better contract negotiations. Building a Resilient Supply Chain: From tariffs to supply chain shortages, see how trusted supplier data enables procurement teams to mitigate risk and maintain business continuity.

Stephany Lapierre, Founder & CEO, Tealbook

Transforming Third-Party Cost Management: Unlocking Savings & Preventing Overpayments

In an era of rising costs and complex supply chains, organizations are losing millions due to inefficient third-party cost management, invoicing errors, and contract leakages. Explore how businesses can leverage Compliance IQ to gain full visibility into third-party expenses, identify overpayments, and implement proactive cost control measures. Learn innovative strategies to transform cost management and drive significant savings. Discover how to protect your bottom line and ensure every dollar spent delivers maximum value.

	John Penner, Partner, Consultant, EY Canada
	Martin Pangracs, Director of Internal Audit, TransMountain Pipeline

Transforming Procurement: Boosting Efficiency and Cutting Costs with E-Procurement Solutions

Digital transformation is reshaping procurement, with e-procurement platforms at the forefront of this change. This session dives into how these solutions optimize procurement workflows, enhance transparency, and drive cost efficiencies. Learn how e-procurement automates time-consuming tasks, accelerates procurement timelines, and eliminates redundancies in traditional workflows. Discover how to leverage e-procurement tools for competitive supplier sourcing, bulk purchasing advantages, and real-time spend analytics to control cost effectively. Understand how e-procurement platforms help mitigate risks through enhanced supplier assessment, contract management, and regulatory compliance tracking. Explore how e-procurement promotes environmental responsibility through supplier selection criteria, digital documentation, and resource-efficient procurement strategies.

	Edina Cavalli, Vice President, Strategic Sourcing, Enterprise Procurement Programs, Strategy and Support, TD
	Raymond Khan, (Former) Vice President, Supply Chain, Wonderbrands
	Andarz Roya, Vice President, Supply Chain, Strategic Procurement, OPG
	Moderator: Matt Blyth, VP, Procurement Global Centre of Excellence, SAP Ariba