Procurement teams are under pressure to move faster, do more with less, and drive smarter decisions. That’s where Agentic AI is making a tangible impact—not in the future, but right now.

Hosted by ISM-Chicago and Valorant, this in-person networking event at Bar Siena – North Shore in Skokie brings together procurement professionals from across the region to explore how Agentic AI is being applied today to streamline procurement workflows, improve decision-making, and elevate the function’s role in the business.

Featured Speaker: Trevor Lunga, Head of Procurement, Lightspeed Commerce

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look as Trevor shares how Lightspeed is starting to explore Agentic AI in procurement workflows. You’ll hear firsthand practical lessons challenges, and insights you can apply in your own organization, along with, real-world examples from Lightspeed's journey.

You'll also hear how procurement leaders are bringing Agentic AI into day-to-day procurement workflows:

• What’s working and delivering results

• What’s hype (and worth skipping)

• Practical steps to get started

• Lessons learned along the way

Agenda:

• 6:00–7:00p – Registration, networking, and hosted food & drinks

• 7:00–8:00p – Welcome from ISM-Chicago and Valorant, followed by AI practitioner discussions featuring Trevor Lunga, Lightspeed Commerce

• 8:00–9:00p – Q&A, networking, and mingling

Whether you’re just starting to explore agentic AI in procurement or already piloting tools, you’ll leave with actionable takeaways, fresh perspectives, and new connections across the Chicago procurement community.