"Part 2 - Earn Your Seat: Procurement, Contract Management & Ecosystems"

In this episode, Chris and Fleur are joined by Arjen Van Berkum, Contract Management Evangelist, Ecosystem Thinker and Procurement Challenger. In Part 2 of this episode, we explore the academia side of procurement and the latest generation entering the profession alongside topics such as AI and Ecosystems. Make sure to check out Part 1 where we explored Arjen's career background as well as the importance of contract management within procurement.

Arjen's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjenvanberkum/

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Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

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"Part 1 - Earn Your Seat: Procurement, Contract Management & Ecosystems"

In this episode, Chris and Fleur are joined by Arjen Van Berkum, Contract Management Evangelist, Ecosystem Thinker and Procurement Challenger. In Part 1 of this episode, we explore the early years of Arjen's career as well as the importance of contract management within procurement. Alongside this, they also discuss all about procurement earning a seat at the table!

Arjen's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjenvanberkum/

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

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Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/

Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

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"The Future of Procurement - Professional, Platform or Powerhouse? CIPS UK & Europe Volunteer Conference & Awards 2026, The Great Conversation"

Join Chris and Fleur as they take part in the CIPS UK & Europe Volunteer Conference & Awards 2026 as part of the Great Conversation with a live podcast episode.

We are joined by 4 amazing guests where we discuss the future of the procurement profession in light of emerging technologies and how procurement is shaping up for the next generation of procurement professionals.

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

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Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/

Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

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"Flow over footprint: Procurement, logistics & building resilient systems in a volatile world with Gbenga Ojo"

Join Chris and Fleur in this episode where they are joined by a procurement leader who is working across supply chains, logistics and procurement in some of the most demanding operating environments. They are joined by Gbenga Ojo, Executive Director at Flux Logistics and Founder of Warehouzit, who has over 20 years of experience across logistics, procurement, construction supply chains, and telecommunications. He is now also leading innovation in warehouse digitisation across Africa, where he focuses on solving one of the biggest bottlenecks in supply chains today: inefficient storage and flow systems.

Check out Gbenga's LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbenga-ojo-a1285726/

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

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Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/

Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

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"Procurex 2026 LIVE edition"

Welcome to this very special LIVE edition of the podcast where Chris and Fleur take 'A Procurement Podcast' to the stage as part of Procurement England 2026 and the People, Purpose & Planet Zone.

They are joined by three amazing guests, who are all well known to the podcast, to discuss important topics such as how we can engage the younger generation in procurement, the importance of social value and how circular economy can be considered.

This was a very exciting opportunity for both Chris and Fleur, who have attended many Procurex events previously when they both worked directly within the public sector, so getting to take their podcast live on stage really was a memorable event.

Check out Stephen's LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenseki-motivationalspeaker/

Check out Siobhan's LinkedIn page here -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/siobhangoss111/

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

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Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/

Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

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"Gen Z Decoded: Careers, Influence & What Procurement Needs to Learn with Barbara Matijevic"

Join Chris and Fleur in this episode where they tear up the script as the conversation doesn't just talk about procurement but also how the next generation sees work, careers and where our profession fits - or doesn't with our guest Barabara Matijevic. Barbara has built a growing presence over on Linkedin, sharing insights, perspectives and experiences that are clearly resonating with her generation.

Check out Barbara's LinkedIn page here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/frombarbwithlove/

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

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Chris's LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-robinson-mcips-chartered-16597240/

Contact Chris and Fleur at - podcast@thereformrundown.co.uk

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"Podcast Live on Tour - CIPS Essex Branch Event - Contract Management & Contract Leverage"

Join Chris and Fleur in this special live podcast episode in conjunction with the CIPS Essex Branch.

In this live recording which focuses on the event topic of Contract Management & Contract Management, Chris and Fleur are joined by the CIPS Essex Branch Chair (Tony Morris), Nick Smith (Head of Procurement, Get Living) and Barry Messenger (Procurement Specialist, Essex County Council). As part of the conversation, we look to explore the importance of contract management and the benefits that it can bring across both private and public sector contracting.

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

"50 Not Out: Procurement, Podcasts, and the Idiot's Guide to Surviving the Procurement Galaxy"

Join Chris and Fleur in this special celebratory podcast episode to mark the incredible milestone of 50 published episodes!

In this episode, Chris and Fleur take a look back at their podcast journey since the very first episode and discuss some of their highlights and key takeaways. In addition, they look to answer questions received from our listeners as well as give some insights into what is next for the podcast and what you can expect to see with future episodes.

This was a very special episode for both Chris and Fleur, who are also joined by some of our previous guests who have shared special messages to celebrate this incredible milestone.

Make sure to also listen/watch to the end as there is a very special message that they received from someone very respected within the Procurement community.

Thank you to everyone who has listened, watched and joined Chris and Fleur on this procurement journey as well as supported them to get to this incredible milestone.

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