Katie Levesque

VP, Supplier Development Director Truist Financial

Katie Levesque joined Truist in early 2022 and currently has over 18 years of experience in the financial services sector. Katie works closely with historically under-utilized, privately-owned (HUPO) business across all segments. Additionally, she focuses on building relationships with companies that are in the marketing, advertising, information technology and non-information technology labor and IT services categories.

Katie’s goal is helping HUPO businesses find opportunities in Truist’s supply chain. In addition to her work to grow supply chain opportunities, Katie is an active member of the Financial Services Roundtable for Sustainable Development (FSRSD) on the Marketing & Communications Committee. Before joining Truist, Katie worked for Brighthouse Financial and MetLife for over 12 years. She has spent her entire career in financial services companies, holding various roles leading her to Procurement & Supplier Development. Katie earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from University of Connecticut and her Master of Business Administration from the University of Hartford. Katie is active in her local community by serving as the PTO Communications Chair at the local elementary school in Lake Wylie.

Day 1: Transforming Your Procurement Organization

3:10 PM PANEL DISCUSSION: Implementing A Growth Driven Supplier Development Impact Strategy To Drive Successful Long Term Partnerships

A successful supplier development program drives value and growth not just for your organization, but for the supplier’s communities as well. This means clear objectives, strong communication, and a commitment to growth from both parties, from the outset. This clear stance enables suppliers to grow their production and achieve their own goals while also becoming an essential part of helping you achieve your organizational objectives. Join this conversation to hear strategies of…

Assessing your current spend to identify opportunities for diverse suppliers
Implementing procurement strategies to widen your potential pool of suppliers
Partnering with councils and local chambers of commerce that provide support systems for SMBE’s
Establishing growth plans and check-ins with your smaller suppliers
Growing your spend in a manner viable with their business, while ensuring they are on track for both their objectives and your long term plans

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Katie.

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