Chain reactions: The spark behind smarter supply chain decisions

Unlock profit, performance, and planning alignment

Finance and supply chain are more connected than ever, but too often, they speak different languages.

In this live, informal Chain Reactions session, we’ll sit down with:

Elva Sif Ásgeirsdóttir, Supply Chain Expert at AGR
Keith Wright, Founder & Managing Director at K. Wright Consultancy

Together they’ll unpack how everyday inventory and planning decisions directly influence financial outcomes.

We’ll cover:
🔗 How supply chain impacts cost, margin, and cash flow
📉 Where hidden inefficiencies erode financial performance
📈 What operations teams can do to support stronger financial results
💬 How to frame supply chain strategy in terms your CFO cares about

Expect candid conversation, practical examples, and a chance to ask your own questions. Whether you’re in ops, finance, or somewhere in between, this session will help you link your planning work to the bigger business picture.

Speakers
Keith Wright is a procurement professional, consultant and strategic business advisor. Keith is on a mission to positively impact the world of procurement, working with business owners, leaders, entrepreneurs and investors. With over 30 years of experience, his strategic approach has delivered millions in savings and long-term value as a procurement expert, with deep expertise in building materials and construction supply chains. He is the Founder and Managing Director of K Wright Consultancy, launched in 2021 after senior leadership roles at leading PLCs. His passion for value creation and supply chain transformation has helped market-leading companies in building products and distribution develop tailored procurement solutions that unlock growth and resilience.

In 2024, Keith published his first book, The Power of Professional Procurement, underscoring his commitment to bringing this often-overlooked discipline into the spotlight.

Elva Sif Ingólfsdóttir
Elva is an experienced procurement professional and system consultant, currently serving as Global Product Learning & Development Manager at AGR. She has held senior procurement and category management roles, driving strategic sourcing and process improvement initiatives. Elva is passionate about developing people's skills in procurement & inventory optimization, driving business growth, resilience and continuous improvement.

Facilitator
Randi W. Stebbins
Randi is a compassionate and curious communicator with over 15 years of experience in writing, translation, editing, and facilitation. She excels at transforming complex topics into accessible content, fostering understanding across diverse audiences. As Head of Content at AGR, Randi leverages her facilitation skills to bridge communication gaps and enhance team collaboration.