The Power of Inclusive Procurement: A Leadership Roundtable with Dow & OutBritain

​Event overview

​Dow, in partnership with OutBritain, is hosting a focused inclusive procurement roundtable at its Barry site, bringing together Tier 1 suppliers, diverse business owners, ERG leaders, and community stakeholders.

​This session brings together data, case studies, and lived experience to explore how inclusive procurement delivers commercial value, resilient supply chains, and measurable social impact, aligned with UK procurement and social value priorities.

​Agenda & flow

​10 – 10:30 | Arrival & networking
Informal networking over light refreshments.

​10:30 – 11:30 | Facilitated roundtable discussion (60 mins)
A structured, interactive conversation led by OutBritain, featuring:

• ​Data insights from OutBritain’s LGBTQ+ business and impact reporting

• ​Case studies from Tier 1 suppliers and diverse business owners

• ​The role of the ERG in shaping inclusive procurement from within

• ​Turning procurement intent into real economic and community impact

​11:30 – 12:30 | Networking & connections & Lunch
Extended networking to deepen conversations, spark collaboration, and build relationships across suppliers, businesses, ERGs, and community leaders.

​Who should attend

• ​Procurement and supply-chain leaders

• ​Tier 1 suppliers and strategic partners

• ​Diverse and high-potential business owners

• ​ERG and DEI leaders

• ​Community and economic development stakeholders

​Why this matters

​Inclusive procurement is one of the most effective levers organisations have to turn spend into long-term value — strengthening competition, resilience, and community wealth.