A Procurement Podcast - The Reform Rundown

Episode 49 - From Policy to Practice: Procurement Reform, Public Value and Leading Change in Local Government

"From Policy to Practice: Procurement Reform, Public Value and Leading Change in Local Government" Join us in this episode where Chris and Fleur welcome Lewis Sinkala, Head of Procurement at Leeds City Council. This episode takes us back to our podcast roots as it focuses on public sector procurement, reform and how policy change actually translates into real-world outcomes. Lewis is a senior public sector procurement leader with a reputation for combining technical expertise with a strong sense of purpose covering procurement, social value, contract management, and public value creation. Check out Lewis's LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewis-sinkala-350a7896/ Don't forget to follow the podcast over on LinkedIn as we continue the discussion all around the Procurement Act 2023 - www.linkedin.com/company/a-procurement-podcast-the-reform-rundown Fleur's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-summers-mcips-314b3817/ Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/ Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

Episode 48 - Purpose, People and Performance - A Global Perspective on Modern Procurement Leadership

"Purpose, People and Performance - A Global Perspective on Modern Procurement Leadership" Join us in this episode where Chris and Fleur welcome Suresh Keshaven FCIPS Chartered to the podcast to talk all about modern procurement leadership. Suresh has shaped, elevated, and energised the procurement profession across India and the wider region. He is known for his passion, generosity, and relentless commitment to capability building. Suresh is the Chair of the CIPS India Branch, a transformation specialist across Oil & Gas and EPC supply chains, keynote speaker, mentor, and a long‑standing champion of the global procurement community.  Suresh has received multiple awards for excellence, change leadership, operational performance, and community impact — and has become one of the most recognisable voices championing professional standards and procurement credibility across India.  Check out Suresh's LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suresh-keshavan-fcips-chartered-7501aa21b/ Don't forget to follow the podcast over on LinkedIn as we continue the discussion all around the Procurement Act 2023 - www.linkedin.com/company/a-procurement-podcast-the-reform-rundown Fleur's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-summers-mcips-314b3817/ Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/ Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

Episode 47 - Cutting through the noise: Circular economy, climate action and making sustainability actually happen

"Cutting through the noise: Circular economy, climate action and making sustainability actually happen" Join us in this episode where Chris and Fleur welcome James George, Chief Sustainability Strategist from The Vyne Group to the podcast where they dive straight into the epicentre of sustainability, systems change, and what it really takes to move from climate ambition to climate action. James as many of our listeners will know is a no-nonsense voice on sustainability, circular economy, climate strategy, and leadership across business, government, and the non-profit sector. Check out James's LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-a-george/ Don't forget to follow the podcast over on LinkedIn as we continue the discussion all around the Procurement Act 2023 - www.linkedin.com/company/a-procurement-podcast-the-reform-rundown Fleur's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-summers-mcips-314b3817/ Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/ Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

Episode 46 - United in our Procurement Principles

"United in our Procurement Principles" Join us in this episode where Chris and Fleur welcome Harold Nwariaku FCIPS to the podcast. Harold is the County Head (USA) for CIPS; Managing Partner, PSCC LLC; and Author & Speaker, and assessor who has helped organisations benchmark capability and delivery measurable procurement improvements. Check out Harold's LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/haroldnwariaku/ Don't forget to follow the podcast over on LinkedIn as we continue the discussion all around the Procurement Act 2023 - www.linkedin.com/company/a-procurement-podcast-the-reform-rundown Fleur's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-summers-mcips-314b3817/ Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/ Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

Episode 45 - From RFI to Contract Closeout - Procurement Excellence in Poland's Renewable Boom

"From RFI to Contract Closeour - Procurement Excellence in Poland's Renewable Boom Join us in this episode where Chris and Fleur welcome Ula Woronowicz, a Procurement leader with over 20 years' experience, over 15 years in energy, and someone who now plays a pivotal role in renewables and large-scale CAPEX projects. The conversation as part of this episode takes us over to Poland where we discuss with Ula all about the Energy market which is currently undergoing a sigificant transformation. Check out Ula's LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/urszulaworonowicz/ Don't forget to follow the podcast over on LinkedIn as we continue the discussion all around the Procurement Act 2023 - www.linkedin.com/company/a-procurement-podcast-the-reform-rundown Fleur's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-summers-mcips-314b3817/ Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/ Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk