--- title: Procurement Innovation on Tour London image: https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/in-Procurement-Innovation-Tour-2024-UK.jpg --- ![logo-InnovationTOur](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/logo-InnovationTOur.png "logo-InnovationTOur") SUMMER SYMPOSIUM 2024 Tower of London I 11th July Join us for  an afternoon of learning and networking in this historic and unique venue As Procurement is asked to address more challenges while contending with surging market uncertainty, a new approach is needed. Leaders are reshaping their teams. Working differently with suppliers and internal stakeholders. And embracing revolutionary new technologies, increasingly powered by AI, to supercharge their talent. Procurement Innovation on Tour is your opportunity to see the latest technologies available and how leaders are leveraging them to reimagine the function, all close to your home. Join us as we bring together industry thought leaders and top professionals from renowned brands, offering you unparalleled insights and strategies to propel your organization ahead of the curve. ## Why attend? ![test2-1](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/test2-1.png "test2-1") ### Learn from the Best:   Learn from industry leaders like Hiscox and ISG. Gain invaluable insights from industry experts and visionaries who are shaping the future of procurement. ![test2-2](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/test2-2.png "test2-2") ### Better Understand New Technology:   Expand your knowledge of Generative AI and other disruptive technologies - What they can do to enhance the efficiency of your team today and what is coming soon. ![test2-3](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/test2-3.png "test2-3") ### Network with Peers:   Connect with over 100 like-minded professionals and expand your local network   ## Agenda   | 14:00 - 15:00 Registration & Welcome Coffee | | --- | | 15:00 - 15:10 Welcome & Opening Note    Ian Thompson, VP Northern Europe - Ivalua | | 15:10 - 16:10 Keynote - Supercharge Procurement with IVA Gen AI & Innovation Showcase *See how our Procurement strategy and operation can be supercharged with the power of AI. See how you can automate time-intensive daily tasks, such as research, analysis, RFx, content creation, modification, and summarization. Everything is possible today, just ask IVA.*   Vishal Patel, VP Product Marketing - Ivalua Arnaud Malard**é**, Product Marketing Director - Ivalua Steve Carter, Product Marketing Director - Ivalua Simone Smits, Solution Consultant - Ivalua | | 16:10 - 16:40 Customer Panel - Procurement [Re] Imagined Explore how our customers are transforming their everyday Procurement practices with innovative strategies that will resonate with both Procurement and Supply Chain experts.   Moderator: Karen Merrill Director, Powered Procurement, KPMG Karl Poulsen , Chief Procurement Officer - Hiscox Robert Scriven, Head of Supply Chain - ISG Jason Lowry, Director Procurement, Yodel | | 16:40 - 16:55 Lessons Learned in Ivalua Project Delivery Hear how our customers are transforming their everyday Procurement practices with Ivalua.   Francesco Bandolin, Director PWC Advisory | | 16:55 - 17:25 Coffee & Networking | | 17:25 - 18:05 How Gen AI Can Empower Procurement Professionals - Panel Discussion *Delve into the intersection of artificial intelligence and procurement expertise to uncover opportunities for personal advancement. Learn how companies in the region could become leaders in procurement with AI-powered procurement.*   Moderator: Sara Omer, VP Sales, Ivalua Simon Peters, Procurement & Supply Chain Lead, Accenture Zoe Webster, Director of Authentic Innovation Ltd Jo Wightman,**VP Portfolio Strategy and Product Operations**, Ecovadis | | 18:05 - 18:20 Closing Remarks Franck Lheureux, Chief Revenue Officer - Ivalua   | | 18:30 - 19:00 Private Tour of the Crown Jewels *We will be met by the famous Beefeaters from the Tower and they will lead us on our Private Tour of this world famous  collection of priceless jewels.*   *19.00 - 20:30 * *Welcome to the Ivalua Summer Party * *We will be delighted to welcome you to our evening reception where we will serve drinks and food.  You will have a chance to take a selfie or two and to enjoy some food and drinks in the company of our guests on a beautiful summer evening in London.* | | 20:30  - Event Close |   # Speakers ![speaker-Zoe-Webster](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-Zoe-Webster.png "speaker-Zoe-Webster") ### Zoe Webster ### Director ### Authentic Innovation Ltd ![Karl Poulsen](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-Poulsen.png "Karl Poulsen") ### Karl Poulsen ### Chief Procurement Officer ### Hiscox ![speaker-Simon-peters](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-Simon-peters.png "speaker-Simon-peters") ### Simon Peters ### Procurement & Supply Chain Lead ### Accenture ![speaker-FrancescoBandolin](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-FrancescoBandolin.png "speaker-FrancescoBandolin") ### Francesco Bandolin ### Director ### PwC ![Jo Whiteman](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/Jo-Whiteman.png "Jo Whiteman") ### Jo Wightman ### VP Portfolio Strategy and Product Operations ### Ecovadis ![Ian Thompson](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-Ian.png "Ian Thompson") ### Ian Thompson ### VP Northern Europe, Sales ### Ivalua ![Robert Scriven](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-Scriven.png "Robert Scriven") ### Robert Scriven ### Head of Supply Chain ### ISG ![speaker-Simone-Smits](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-Simone-Smits.png "speaker-Simone-Smits") ### Simone Smits ### Solution Consultant ### Ivalua ![speaker-Jason-Lowry-1](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-Jason-Lowry-1.png "speaker-Jason-Lowry-1") ### Jason Lowry ### Head of Procurement ### Yodel ![Vishal Patel](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-VPA.png "Vishal Patel") ### Vishal Patel ### VP Product Marketing ### Ivalua ![sara](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/sara.png "sara") ### Sara Omer ### VP Sales ### Ivalua ![Arnaud Malardé](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/speaker-aml.png "Arnaud Malardé") ### Arnaud Malardé ### Director of Product Marketing ### Ivalua ![stephan](https://info.ivalua.com/hubfs/stephan.png "stephan") ### Stephen Carter ### Director of Product Marketing ### Ivalua ## Who Should Attend ### Procurement Leaders ### Supply Chain Leaders ### Finance & IT Leaders # Venue ### New Armories, Tower of London The New Armories is location inside the walls of the  Tower of London, located at Tower Hill,  London EC3N 4AB [Google Pin](https://maps.app.goo.gl/AmY1ifc6YNJirgJx8) ### Public Transport Nearest Tube is Tower Hill ![](https://dc.ads.linkedin.com/collect/?pid=39012&fmt=gif)