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Don Klock

Former CPO at Colgate-Palmolive | Procurement Transformation Leader

Don brings 40 years of global procurement and supply chain leadership at Mars, Reckitt, and Colgate-Palmolive. As Chief Procurement Officer at Colgate-Palmolive, he led a 4-year global procurement transformation that delivered over $1 billion in savings. His teaching combines boardroom-tested strategies with a practical, real-world mindset, making his insights accessible to professionals at every level.

Key Achievements & Expertise

  • Led a global procurement transformation delivering over $1 billion in savings.
  • Recipient of the Procurement Leaders Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014.
  • Creator of top-rated Coursera procurement courses with over 40,000 students.
  • Inducted into Marquis Who’s Who in 2025 for his impact on procurement education.
  • Expertise in global sourcing, supplier innovation, cost savings, and talent development.
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Richard Beaumont

Procurement Practitioner & Strategist | AI-Driven Transformation Expert

Richard doesn’t teach theory—he delivers what works at the highest levels of global business. With 30+ years of hands-on experience, including as VP of Central Procurement at Rolls Royce and Partner at KPMG, he has advised FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 firms. Today, he’s at the forefront of AI integration in procurement, showing leaders how to use AI to optimize sourcing, mitigate risk, and accelerate decision-making.

Key Achievements & Expertise

  • Pioneering expert in AI integration for procurement.
  • Advised numerous FTSE 100 and Fortune 500 firms on procurement strategy.
  • Former VP of Central Procurement at Rolls Royce and Partner at KPMG.
  • Known for straight-talking clarity and turning procurement into a competitive advantage.
  • Equips leaders to harness both technology and strategy for real-world impact.
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Martin John

Procurement Practitioner | Real-World Negotiation & Influence Trainer | Cialdini Certified Coach

Martin spent 26+ years in senior procurement leadership at global giants like Toyota, Rexam, and British American Tobacco. In 2022, he dedicated himself to training professionals on what truly works. His sessions are high-energy, hands-on, and packed with insights teams can use immediately. He delivers one thing consistently: real-world training that sticks.

Key Achievements & Expertise

  • The only Procurement Practitioner globally certified by Dr. Robert Cialdini to teach the science of persuasion.
  • Top-rated LinkedIn Learning Instructor with 56,000+ learners and a 4.7/5 rating.
  • Senior leadership experience at Toyota and British American Tobacco.
  • Specializes in high-impact, practical training on negotiation and influence.
  • Delivers hands-on sessions with immediately applicable insights.
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Richard Nixon

30+ Years of Procurement Leadership | Fortune 500 Expertise | Digital & ESG Transformation

Richard is a seasoned leader with over 30 years' experience spearheading major transformation programmes for multinationals like Jaguar Land Rover, Vodafone, and GSK. He translates decades of leadership into actionable insights, equipping professionals to achieve tangible improvements in cost, efficiency, and strategy. His training is practical, engaging, and results-oriented.

Key Achievements & Expertise

  • Delivered £100m+ in annual benefits for a FTSE50 consumer products company.
  • Spearheaded the rollout of Coupa across 18 European countries for a $10bn company.
  • Led the design of a new procurement operating model for a $7bn utilities group.
  • Revamped procurement and ESG policies for a Fortune 500 infrastructure firm.
  • Created a tax-efficient global procurement function in Switzerland for a world-leading brewer.
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Ian Moody

30+ Years of Leadership | Real-World Business Acumen | Global Trainer & Strategic Advisor

With over 30 years in senior management at global names like Ericsson, Ian didn't stop there. He built, scaled, and sold his own highly profitable business. His work is grounded in real-world strategy, operational excellence, and a deep understanding of what drives results. His consultancy and training style is exactly what professionals need: no fluff, just practical insights that work.

Key Achievements & Expertise

  • Over 15 years of global training delivery across the GCC, Asia, and Europe.
  • Blends boardroom credibility from Ericsson with entrepreneurial success.
  • Played a key role at London Metropolitan University, leading Level 6 for CIPS and CIM qualifications.
  • Served as a tutor, assessor, and consultant for professional bodies like CIPS, CIM, ACCA, and ILM.
  • Expertise spans procurement, supply chain, finance, and strategic planning.
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Sean Sidney

25 Years Experience in Procurement, Negotiation, and Training

Sean is recognized as a leading procurement and negotiation expert and trainer. Originally holding global procurement roles at complex multi-national environments for Compass Group, SC Johnson, and DSM, he delivered significant savings and business value by partnering with stakeholders and suppliers. Now, Sean focuses on training and keynote speaking, where his knowledge, integrity, and results-focus have built successful long-term relationships with the world’s leading procurement organizations.

Key Achievements & Expertise

  • Held senior global procurement roles at Compass Group, SC Johnson, and DSM.
  • Renowned for creating training rooms that are alive with energy, humor, and practical application.
  • Focuses on optimizing the transition of learning into tangible workplace performance.
  • Holds the CIPS Level 6 Graduate Diploma and a degree in International Business.
  • Expertly combines theory with best practice through exercises, simulations, and case studies.

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