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A Procurement Podcast - The Reform Rundown

A Procurement Podcast - The Reform Rundown

Written by: Chris Robinson and Fleur Summers
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With 40 years combined public sector procurement experience, Chris and Fleur discuss the key features that will impact this sector as we edge closer to the launch of the Procurement Act 2023 which will be one of the largest changes that has been seen in this area for a number of years. Each episode as part of this podcast series will cover a bite-sized topic that we think you will be interested to know more about. If there are any areas that you would like us to discuss as part of future episodes or be a guest, please contact us at podcast@thereformfundown.co.ukChris Robinson and Fleur Summers Economics
Episodes
  • Episode 61 - Voices of Career Reality - How to prove you can do the job before you get hired
    Oct 16 2026

    "Voices of Career Reality - How to prove you can do the job before you get hired"


    For the first of two special recordings, Chris and Fleur swapped roles and became the interviewees as we joined the brilliant Annalisha Noel from AchieverOS and her Voices of Career Reality series.


    In this episode, it's Chris's turn to be the interviewee, as he joins Annalisha to discuss:

    - What good leadership looks like

    - The importance of recognising and recording your achievements

    - The role of academic achievement and continuous development in career progression

    - Supporting and mentoring others throughout their careers

    - Looking beyond job titles to build a meaningful and lasting professional legacy


    Follow AchieverOS on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/achieveros/posts/?feedView=all


    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


    Follow us on Instagram - @aprocurementpodcast


    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


    Affiliate Links (please note that the links below are affiliate links and 'A Procurement Podcast' will receive a commission where these are used):

    - Achiever OS/Achieve Meter - https://app.achievemeter.com (Code: AFF_50F3B9)

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    28 mins
  • Episode 60 - Voices of Career Reality - The Unspoken Trap of Senior Career Transitions
    Oct 9 2026

    "Voices of Career Reality - The Unspoken Trap of Senior Career Transition"


    For the first of two special recordings, Chris and Fleur swapped roles and became the interviewees as we joined the brilliant Annalisha Noel from AchieverOS and her Voices of Career Reality series.


    Fleur was first up to join Annalisha, where she discussed:

    - Career progression and leadership

    - Making your impact visible

    - Communicating your value and capturing your wins

    - Turning experience into opportunity


    Follow AchieverOS on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/achieveros/posts/?feedView=all


    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


    Follow us on Instagram - @aprocurementpodcast


    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


    Affiliate Links (please note that the links below are affiliate links and 'A Procurement Podcast' will receive a commission where these are used):

    - Achiever OS/Achieve Meter - https://app.achievemeter.com (Code: AFF_50F3B9)

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    29 mins
  • Episode 59 - Teaching Procurement Forward - Learning, Leadership and Developing the Next Generation
    Oct 2 2026

    "Teaching Procurement Forward - Learning, Leadership and Developing the Next Generation"


    In this episode, Chris and Fleur are joined by Jonathan Jones FCIPS. With extensive experience across practical procurement, teaching and professional development, Jonathan brings a genuine passion for helping current and future procurement professionals build their confidence, knowledge and capability.


    Jonathan brought fantastic experience, humility and practical insight to the conversation, making this an episode packed with valuable takeaways for procurement professionals, lecturers, students and anyone passionate about developing others across our profession.


    Follow Jonathan on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-jones-fcips-a5795632/?isSelfProfile=false


    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


    Follow us on Instagram - @aprocurementpodcast


    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


    Affiliate Links (please note that the links below are affiliate links and 'A Procurement Podcast' will receive a commission where these are used):

    - Achiever OS/Achieve Meter - https://app.achievemeter.com (Code: AFF_50F3B9)

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    1 hr and 48 mins
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