September 17, 2026

08:30-18:30

Westhive, Zurich

Elevate+ Zurich 2026

Name: Elevate+ Zurich 2026
Start: 08:30-18:30
Location: Westhive, Zurich

A full-day event. 150+ procurement leaders. Designing the AI-native procurement organization together.

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About Elevate+

Procurement as we know it is being rebuilt AI-native. Elevate+ is where you see what's next. Join us for a full day of inspiring sessions, hands-on category and excellence tracks, and bold product announcements. Explore how people, technology and decision-making evolve when AI agents do the work.

Hear from industry innovators and thought leaders as we explore the future of eSourcing and eAuctions in the age of agentic AI.

What to expect

At Elevate+, you'll have the opportunity to:

Connect with procurement pioneers and AI innovators shaping the future of procurement
Experience live demos of Archlet's agentic capabilities, powered by Spark
Learn how to redesign your procurement operating model for an AI-first world
Hear from leaders at companies like Bosch, Zalando & DSM-Firmenich on their AI transformation journeys
Get an exclusive look at Archlet's product roadmap
Join breakout tracks to explore how procurement leaders are redefining what modern sourcing looks like
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Breakout tracks

Breakout tracks will dive deeper into specific categories and topics, mixing practitioner-led discussions with hands-on partner sessions.

Highlights include:

Excellence tracks with Sievo and ORO Labs to unpack best-of-breed approaches to sourcing and procurement transformation.
A dedicated Logistics track featuring leaders from Danfoss, Zalando and more to explore the future of freight sourcing.
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Beyond the full-day event

Join us for our opening event on September 16, 17:00 to 22:00 at Samigo in Zurich. The evening will be dedicated to one of procurement's biggest open questions: what does the future best-of-breed landscape look like in the age of agentic AI?

Meet our speakers

Our speakers

Mitch Matt

Digital Transformation Lead Procurement,
Sazerac

Andrea Sordi

SVP Global Indirect Procurement, dsm-firmenich

Bert De Bock

Procurement Excellence Manager, Puratos

Karla Romero

Head of Global Freight Procurement, Danfoss

Martin Ballmer

Head of Purchasing Systems and Processes, Emmi Group

Wolfgang Rauch

Chief Procurement Officer, STADA

Tomasz Widera

Senior Lead Buyer, Transport & Logistic Operations, Zalando

Kasper Noes

Senior Manager, Air, Express & Ocean, Danfoss

Jacob Larsen

Founder, Moneyball CPH

Alina Heimgartner

Chief Customer Officer, Archlet

Tim Grunow

Co-Founder, Archlet

Lukas Wawrla

Co-Founder, Archlet

Jakob Manz

Co-Founder, Archlet

Agenda

08:30-9:15

Welcome and registration

Arrive at Westhive, enjoy breakfast and time to connect with fellow guests.

09:15-10:15

Morning sessions with Archlet

Hear from Archlet's founders as we share our journey, impact, and product vision. Then, explore client impact stories led by Archlet's Chief Customer Officer, Alina Heimgartner.

10:15-10:35

Coffee Break

10:35-11:00

The roll-out playbook with Sazerac

Mitch Matt (Sazerac) shares an honest look at what it actually takes to roll out eSourcing successfully, drive adoption across every category, and turn a technology investment into real sourcing impact.

11:00-11:25

Fireside Chat

Lukas Wawrla (Archlet) sits down with a procurement leader to share insights into their Archlet journey, from initial rollout to team adoption, and the shift in how procurement runs day to day. Guest speaker announced soon.

11:25-11:55

eSourcing roll out panel

Hear from procurement practitioners as they discuss how to succeed and what to avoid when rolling out eSourcing tools. Engage with panelists and ask your questions. Speakers to be announced soon.

11:55-13:30

Networking lunch

13:30-14:00

Afternoon expert keynote

Special guest to be announced soon.

14:00-16:15

Category tracks

Dedicated Excellence and Logistics Tracks led by Archlet, ORO Labs and Sievo. Hear from Archlet customers, practitioners and industry leaders through interactive sessions, panel discussions and hands-on workshops. Guests will be assigned to Tracks based on best fit and interest.

16:15-16:30

Coffee break

16:30-17:00

The future of sourcing panel discussion

Learn from pioneering Chief Procurement Officers as we explore where sourcing and procurement is headed next in the age of Agentic AI. Ask your questions and eSpecial guests to be announced soon.

17:00-17:05

Closing remarks

Final thoughts with Lukas Wawrla.

17:05-18:30

Networking cocktail hour

Enjoy time to connect over food and drinks.

Explore the venue

Westhive is a dynamic innovation hub nestled in the heart of Zurich West. With state-of-the-art event spaces and a vibrant atmosphere, it's the perfect setting for a full day of inspiration, connection and ideas.

Joining us for our opening evening event?

Expect stunning views at Samigo, a vibrant show-restaurant and entertainment venue located directly on the shores of Lake Zurich. Wednesday evening will bring the essence of Elevate+ to life, kicking off the two-day event in style.