Kelly is known for her ability to turn complex sourcing challenges into enterprise-wide movements. As a leader at Best Buy, she specializes in the delicate art of orchestrating alignment between high-level business goals and the global partners who deliver them.
With a career built in the high-velocity environments of Target, Supervalu, and Best Buy, Kelly has mastered the art of navigating massive GNFR landscapes by focusing on the 'human element' of the supply chain. She is a high-energy advocate for Strategic Value Realization, specializing in building the digital infrastructure and global hubs, that empower teams to do their best work.
Kelly is a firm believer that the most effective procurement strategies aren't found in a spreadsheet; they are built through deep partnership and executive-level consensus.
April 16, 2026
10:25 AM Panel: Winning Them Over: How To Get Your Leadership Aligned With Your Program Goals
Gaining and sustaining executive buy in is the engine behind every high performing contingent workforce program. This lively panel brings together successful practitioners and influential change agents who have cracked the code on building top down alignment. Panelists will share candid stories of overcoming skepticism, translating program data into business value, and turning leadership into champions for transformation. Expect concrete examples, proven frameworks, and creative communication tactics that foster shared vision and continual support no matter your starting point.
- Articulate your program’s vision in leadership language, linking goals and metrics to overarching business priorities for powerful engagement.
- Demonstrate quick wins and early impacts using clear, compelling data and targeted storytelling to build credibility and momentum.
- Facilitate ongoing dialogue and feedback, leveraging regular check ins and collaborative planning to keep leaders invested and aligned as your program evolves.
Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Kelly.
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