Focus
Inclusive growth and social impact.
Overview
The Economic Empowerment and Social Equity Zone is dedicated to fostering inclusive growth and supporting local economies through procurement practices. This zone provides comprehensive training on creating economic opportunities for all, social value in procurement, diversity and inclusion, and leveraging procurement to tackle social challenges.
Key Learning Areas
- Fostering Economic Opportunities: Attendees will learn how to create and expand economic opportunities for diverse communities, ensuring that procurement practices benefit all stakeholders.
- Supporting Local Businesses: Participants will discover methods to support and strengthen local businesses, enhancing their capacity to compete and thrive in the market.
- Social Value in Procurement: Attendees will learn how to integrate social value into procurement processes, ensuring that procurement decisions contribute positively to society.
Benefits of Attending
- Promote Inclusive Growth: Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to implement procurement practices that drive inclusive economic growth.
- Support Community Development: Understand how procurement decisions can contribute to the development and empowerment of local communities.
- Network with Experts: Connect with industry leaders and experts who are committed to leveraging procurement to address social challenges and promote equity.
Economic Empowerment & Social Equity Zone Agenda

Strategic Partnerships and Engagement Lead
Social Enterprise Scotland
Procuring to Deliver Social Value and Community Wealth Building - 10:35 - 11:00

Strategic Partnerships and Engagement Lead
Social Enterprise Scotland

Chair
Community Wealth Advocacy Group
The New PPN on Reserving Contracts for Supported Businesses - 11:35 - 12:00

Chair
Community Wealth Advocacy Group

Head of Contracts Team
Transport Scotland
Transport Scotland’s Adoption of the NEC4 ECC Contract - 12:05 - 12:30

Head of Contracts Team
Transport Scotland

CEO & Founder
HelpFirst
GO Awards - The Scottish Citizens Advice Helpline Project - 13:35 - 14:00

CEO & Founder
HelpFirst

Procurement Portfolio Manager
Social Security Scotland
Delivering Social and Community Benefits Through Procurement - 14:05 - 14:30

Procurement Portfolio Manager
Social Security Scotland
Maximising Local Supply Chains for Economic Resilience - 14:35 - 15:00


28th October 2025