Chicago, IL | May 19, 2026
Chicago Sports Museum
Collaborating Detroit's CIO community
November 14th, 2024
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.
Why Attend?
Learn from the Best
Gain valuable insights from industry experts and visionaries who are shaping the future of procurement.
Better Understand New Technology
Discover how innovative and disruptive technologies can revolutionize your team's efficiency today while preparing you for the advancements of tomorrow.
Network with Peers
Connect with over 100 like-minded professionals and expand your local network.
Agenda
12:30 - 1:30
Registration & Networking Lunch
1:30 - 1:45
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Laura Smith VP, Sales North America - Ivalua​​
AI Session
1:45 - 2:00
Accelerating your Agentic AI Transformation
Vishal Patel SVP Product & Customer Marketing at Ivalua
2:00 - 2:30
Customer Panel Discussion
Mastering Supplier Dynamics: Navigating Data, Risk, Performance, and Collaboration
Over the last decade, supplier management has evolved from a background task for procurement to a boardroom priority for leadership. The "transactional" execution has been replaced with a strategic balancing act between critical areas: Clean Data, Proactive Risk Mitigation, Performance Management, and Strategic 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
2:30 - 2:50
Ivalua
Ivalua Innovation Showcase
Doug Keeley Director of Product Marketing at Ivalua
Jeff Nolen Senior Solutions Consultant
2:50 - 3:55
Networking Break
3:55 - 4:20
Ivalua
The Future of AI in Procurement
Vishal Patel SVP Product & Customer Marketing at Ivalua
Paul Zammit Senior Product Marketing Manager at Ivalua
4:20 - 4:50
Customer Journey Spotlight
Accelerating Value: Real‑World Procurement Transformation Journey
Speed to value—not just speed to go‑live—is the new benchmark for procurement transformation. In this session, nVent and Optis will share their firsthand journeys deploying modern procurement technology and unlocking rapid business impact. You'll also hear perspectives from Optis, an Ivaua implementation partner on how to achieve success. Attendees will learn how these organizations built strong foundations through cross-functional alignment, clear governance, and proactive change management to ensure an efficient rollout and early adoption.
Laura Smith VP, Sales North America at Ivalua
Travis Hodge Director of Enterprise Sourcing & Procurement at nVent
Amin Moh Director at Optis Consulting
4:50 - 5:15
Partner Spotlight
AI Success "Beyond the Horizon: How Agentic AI is Shaping Procurement's Next Chapter"
As procurement enters a new era, Agentic AI emerges not just as a tool, but as a generational leap redefining the function's potential. This session explores the shift to a new hybrid human-agent operating model, where AI-first strategies solve the "capacity gap" by mastering operational complexity at scale. In this session, we discuss the essentials of making this shift happen: from unifying the data foundation to deploying governed, human-AI workflows that automate at enterprise scale. Join us to move beyond the hype and discover how to transition your organization into an AI-first powerhouse, empowering teams to focus on the strategic relationships that steer the business.
Ari Stone Global SVP - Value Engineering, Solution Consulting & Services at Ivalua
5:15 - 5:50
Special Guest Speaker & Closing Remarks
Hear first-hand about Matt Forte’s experiences and practical lessons you can apply to your daily life and career, with dedicated time for you to ask him questions directly.
Matt Forte Former Chicago Bear Running Back
Ari Stone Global SVP - Value Engineering, Solution Consulting & Services at Ivalua
5:50 - 8:00
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.
Speakers
Who Should Attend
Procurement Leaders
Supply Chain Leaders
Finance & IT Leaders
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.
Venue
Chicago Sports Museum
835 N Michigan Ave,
Chicago, IL 60611