As Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) expectations evolve and global supply chains face increasing scrutiny, the pressure to demonstrate due diligence is intensifying.
In this session, Avetta and Surevent experts connect regulatory theory with real-world practice. We explored the macro ESG landscape—covering regulatory shifts, political volatility, and emerging risks shaping business operations—and showed how data-driven insights and tailored tools help clients and suppliers navigate this complexity.
Using practical examples, we bought to life how clearly communicated procurement ESG requirements can drive meaningful change within supplier businesses, strengthening ESG performance and supporting sustainable growth.
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60 Mins | 29 April 2026
Time to Lead: insights from the CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply 2026
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Mike Ford: Global Principal - EHS & Sustainability. MSc. MSc. MCIPS. CMIOSH. FIIRSM. FRSPH.
A chartered safety professional with 30 years’ experience in HSEQ, ethical sourcing audits and Human Rights, Mike Ford has worked as Head of HSEQ on major infrastructure projects, utilities, mass transit, and manufacturing which included project compliance with responsibility for pre-qualifying and monitoring direct and in-direct supply chain.
Mike acts as an international subject matter expert on behalf of the prestigious Campbell Institute via the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management, reviewing annual safety award submissions. He has two post graduate master's degrees in Occupational Health and Safety Management, and Procurement and Supply Chain Management, as well as lead auditor certification in five disciplines.
His expertise includes:
- Development and delivery of global supply chain risk and evaluation programs focusing upon multi-disciplinary supplier risk (EHS / Qual. CSR / Sust.).
- Implementation and project management of global pre-qualification programs (Western Africa / APAC/Australasia / Canada / Scandinavia and UK and Mainland Europe) within a wide range of sectors: manufacturing, food, and construction (including governmental projects).
Raza Zaidi partners with clients and suppliers at Avetta as EMEA Director, Sales and Client Success.
At Avetta, Raza applies his expertise in supplier prequalification and risk management solutions to streamline processes and enhance client outcomes across the client base that work across multiple sectors. With a solid foundation in product, strategy and understanding the clients needs, he is dedicated to leveraging technology for operational excellence, stakeholder satisfaction whilst reducing risk within the clients value chain.