Event Guide: Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: The US Summit

Article Sustainability Event Guide: Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: The US Summit By Charlie King April 17, 2026 undefined mins Share Share The US Summit Event Guide is OUT NOW The Event Guide for Sustainability LIVE: The US Summit is out now, detailing the content themes around AI, procurement and much more The US Summit 2026 returns next week, bringing together leaders from sustainability, procurement and supply chain for two days of high-level discussion, hands-on workshops and targeted networking. For organisations navigating growing pressure around resilience, emissions, data and efficiency, the event guide outlines a programme built around the issues shaping business strategy in 2026. Register for tickets here. A summit built around impact The co-location of Sustainability LIVE and Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE reflects how closely these functions now intersect in practice, spanning responsible sourcing, operational resilience, AI adoption and wider business transformation. With 1,000 attendees, 90 expert speakers, 29 interactive panel discussions and 10 executive workshops, the agenda is both busy and highly focused, combining strategic insight with peer-to-peer exchange. Kathy Presto, Chief Procurement Officer at HH Global speaking at Supply Chain and Procurement LIVE "Events like this are invaluable,” says Kathy Presto, Chief Procurement Officer at HH Global “They bring together industry leaders, disruptors and innovators to share insights, exchange best practices and collaborate on what’s next." Register for tickets here. Sustainability and procurement converge A defining theme across the programme is the integration of sustainability and procurement as interconnected priorities rather than separate disciplines. Sessions across the main, sustainability, procurement and supply chain stages address topics including decarbonisation, water resilience, circularity, ethical sourcing, category management and supply chain orchestration. This reflects a broader shift in corporate strategy. Procurement teams are expected to deliver beyond cost control, while sustainability leaders must demonstrate measurable business value. The summit positions both as key drivers of resilience, growth and competitive advantage. Register for tickets here. AI in focus Artificial intelligence runs as a central thread throughout the programme. The US Summit Event Guide is OUT NOW Panels and workshops explore agentic AI, AI-enabled procurement, orchestration, ROI and practical use cases for sustainability teams. The direction is clear: AI is no longer theoretical, but actively being tested across procurement workflows, emissions tracking and operational decision-making. Several sessions also examine the gap between AI ambition and real-world implementation, making the summit particularly relevant for leaders aiming to move beyond experimentation and demonstrate tangible impact. At a time when many organisations are still defining their AI strategies, the event provides insight into what is working, what is not and where value is emerging. Register for tickets here. Meet the speakers The speaker line-up brings strong commercial and strategic credibility. Representatives from organisations including PepsiCo, Walmart, Google, EcoVadis, Ecolab, Dell Technologies, Vodafone, General Motors, Coupa, Ivalua and Siemens contribute expertise across sustainability, procurement, supply chain and technology. This diversity reflects the complexity of the challenges being addressed. From climate strategy and supply chain risk to contract management and water stewardship, the summit convenes practitioners working at scale. Kate Heiny, Vice President Sustainability at Booking Holdings "The exchange of ideas, examination of progress and actions and driving collective progress is integral to the future of our field, and we can’t do it as individuals working in a vacuum,” says Kate Heiny, VP of Sustainability at Booking Holdings. “I’ve worked across different sectors throughout my career, with a red thread of building and shaping sustainability strategies from early stage to maturity.  “One thing that I’ve found along that journey is that global forums, like this one, are an opportunity to create connections that can lead to real impact, at scale and while there are challenges ahead for our field, it is an exciting time to be here." Register for tickets here. Designed for networking and learning Beyond the sessions themselves, attendees are encouraged to prepare in advance, review the agenda, research speakers and engage with the event community before arriving. During the summit, networking breaks, workshops and interactive panels are intended to support meaningful exchange, while follow-up actions after the event are presented as part of the learning process. This emphasis on preparation and implementation helps distinguish the summit from a typical conference. It is not only about hearing from experts, but about translating insight into action once attendees return to their organisations. Register for tickets here. Why it matters now With the event taking place next week, its timing is particularly relevant. Sustainability and supply chain leaders are operating in an increasingly complex environment, where resilience, transparency and measurable performance are under constant scrutiny. The US Summit 2026 provides a timely platform for these discussions, bringing together the people, ideas and case studies shaping the next phase of corporate sustainability and procurement. For leaders looking to understand where the market is heading, the event guide makes one thing clear: the focus is firmly on action. Register for tickets here. Company portals BizClik Tags Sustainability Procurement sustainability supply chain procurement The US Summit