A panel exploration of best practice in measuring social value and ESG outcomes. Learn practical frameworks for quantifying impact, implementing SROI methodologies, and ensuring procurement decisions deliver tangible returns for communities, the environment, and organizational performance.

Explore practical levers for removing barriers to SME and social enterprise participation in public procurement. This session provides actionable strategies for procurement leaders to expand market access, encourage innovation, and build diverse, resilient supply chains that unlock community value.

Social value in procurement has never been more important, yet it is still widely misunderstood. These misunderstandings are not intentional; they stem from fragmented knowledge, inconsistent communication, and a lack of centralised guidance.

This session challenges four of the most common misconceptions that limit the effectiveness of social value delivery and provides practical, evidence-based insights to help public sector organisations deliver more strategic, measurable, and impactful outcomes.

A Procurement Podcast is heading to Procurex 2026 for a very special live episode:

People, Purpose & Planet: Procurement That Makes a Difference.

Chris Robinson and Fleur Summers will take to the stage with three exceptional guest speakers: Stephen Seki (CEO, Seki Speaks Ltd), Siobhan Goss (Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Matrix) and James George (Chief Sustainability Strategist, The Vyne Group) for a lively discussion exploring global trends, fresh insights, and practical actions in social value and sustainability. Together, they’ll dive into how procurement professionals can embed meaningful, future focused practices that deliver both immediate impact and long term legacy.

A Procurement Podcast is one of the fastest growing, straight talking shows in the profession; known for bringing procurement to life with energy, insight and plenty of good humour. Co hosted by Chris Robinson and Fleur Summers, the show is widely recognised for its honest conversations, practical takeaways, and engaging interviews with leaders shaping the future of procurement.

With over 50 episodes recorded, Chris and Fleur have welcomed some of the most influential voices from across the UK and international procurement community, from senior public sector commercial leaders and global CPOs to innovators, academics and sustainability trailblazers.

In 2026, the podcast stepped things up once again, launching a live UK tour across CIPS branches and delivering interactive sessions with procurement professionals nationwide; capturing the same openness, expertise and humour that listeners have come accustomed.

Speaking about their upcoming appearance at Procurex 2026, Chris and Fleur said:
“It’s like a cup final for us! We’ve attended Procurex more times than we can remember, so bringing the podcast to the UK’s biggest procurement showcase is a real milestone and one we’re incredibly proud to share with the community that has supported us from day one.”