There’s a lot happening at Amazon Business Reshape 2024. We’ve planned two jam-packed days of speeches, breakout sessions, hands-on workshops, and more, all powered by an impressive roster of industry leaders ready to discuss the trends and technologies shaping the future of procurement.

That’s not to mention opportunities to network with peers, share insights across industries, and connect with experts from across procurement, technology, finance, and strategy.

There’s plenty of fun to be had as well once we’ve finished business, with an exclusive concert by a GRAMMY and Academy Award-nominated rock band and endless activities in our beautiful host city, Dallas.

With so much to choose from, how can you make the most of your time at Amazon Business Reshape 2024?

You may not be able to make every event or talk to every person at this year’s conference. However, there are steps you can take to maximize your experience at Amazon Business Reshape.

As you prepare for our time together in Dallas, have you:

1. Previewed this year’s agenda?

• Explore the 2024 agenda and bookmark sessions aligned with your interests and professional goals. By planning your schedule in advance, you can ensure you attend sessions most relevant to your learning needs and make the most of the insights offered.

To get your planning started, browse the following list of sessions designed specifically around 2024’s top procurement challenges: 

• Sharing best practices: Public and commercial procurement teams Explore the intersection of public and commercial procurement as leaders across sectors discuss how their unique cultures of innovation—driven by limited resources or digital transformation—can collaboratively address traditional procurement challenges.

• Procurement as a tool for driving community impact Discover how strategic procurement decisions are fostering economic growth, supporting job creation, and enhancing community vitality, with practical insights from Oscar Montes, Director, Government and Non-Profit at Amazon Business.

•  Introducing Business Giving: How the Girl Scouts became procurement pioneers Learn how the Girl Scouts of the USA pioneered Business Giving to empower members with personalized rewards, and how this innovative approach can streamline your organization's own gifting and incentive processes.

• Navigating the North American landscape Gain insights into agile cross-border procurement from Amazon Business customers who have successfully scaled their operations across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Leave with best practices and tools to navigate the challenges of international expansion in the dynamic North American market.

• How women in leadership positions are forging a new path in procurement Join a panel of women leaders as they discuss their journey in transforming procurement, offering strategies to build a diverse talent pipeline and insights into emerging opportunities in areas like change management and AI.

2.  Brainstormed questions you want answers to?

At its core, Amazon Business Reshape is about helping our customers with their business buying needs. You could say we’re obsessed with solving customer challenges.

That’s why it’s crucial to come prepared with questions you need answers to. Before the conference, reflect on challenges you’re facing in your role and the topics that matter most to you. Identify the key areas where you need guidance or insights. Then, allow those learning goals to guide your conference experience, whether that’s in the sessions you attend or the conversations you have with others.

While in Dallas, don’t hesitate to pose the questions on your mind. Doing so can lead to meaningful discussions, new perspectives and connections, and the insights required to tackle your toughest procurement challenges.

3. Gotten ready to network?

Amazon Business Reshape is an unparalleled networking opportunity, offering the chance to connect with industry leaders, peers, and potential partners. Make sure your LinkedIn profile is up-to-date and bring plenty of business cards to share with new contacts.

To increase your networking success, we’ve prepared a roster of events you’ll want to earmark. There’s daily networking breakfast and lunches, as well as a Women in Procurement Networking Breakfast—a special gathering to foster connections among women leaders in the field, in a relaxed and informal setting.

You can also join us at the Connections Hub, where you can engage with other attendees and industry experts to share insights, explore new opportunities, and build lasting relationships that can support your professional growth. The Connections Hub is also an opportunity to get a first look at new Amazon Business innovations.

4. Encouraged your colleagues to register?

If you or your colleagues haven’t registered yet, now is the time. By encouraging your coworkers and friends to join you at the conference you can take advantage of our bulk registration discounts, designed to make Amazon Business Reshape 2024 a cost-effective opportunity for your team to learn and grow together.

Attending the conference with colleagues can also enhance your experience, allowing you to share insights and discuss strategies as a group specific to your professional needs. Together, you can bring back valuable knowledge and strategies to implement within your organization.

5. Saved room for fun?

While our conference is packed with learning and networking opportunities, be sure to save some time for fun. That includes an exclusive performance by the Counting Crows after our first day of sessions.

Our host city, Dallas, offers a rich arts and culture scene, an impressive food scene, and tons of activities you won’t want to miss. Be sure to pick out some spots from our guide to top activities in Dallas.

Take the time to register today

Amazon Business Reshape 2024 is an incredible opportunity to connect with industry experts and thought leaders in procurement. By prioritizing key events and being intentional about your time, you’ll leave the conference with valuable insights, new connections, and a refreshed perspective on your role in the future of procurement.

If you haven’t already, now is the time to register and secure your spot at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel on September 24-25.