Mapping Sustainability Pathways: Navigating Tomorrow’s Economy

Charting success through sustainability innovation

Amazon Supplier Sustainability Summit 2025

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

11am–5pm ET

Loews Miami Beach Hotel and via livestream

RSVP by October 29, 2025

The Amazon Supplier Sustainability Summit 2025 brings together suppliers, industry partners, and sustainability leaders to explore the intersection of innovation, collaboration, and responsibility in procurement.

This invitation-only event brings together suppliers, industry partners, and sustainability leaders to explore the intersection of innovation, collaboration, and responsibility in procurement.

Recommended attendees include executive leaders and professionals responsible for environment, community impact, social responsibility, and supplier engagement with disadvantaged-owned businesses.

Together, we will:

Through keynote insights, interactive sessions, and roundtables discussions, we’ll start navigating tomorrow’s economy today – leveraging sustainability innovation into competitive advantage.

A livestream will also be available for those outside of reasonable travel distance.

Event Speakers

Terri-Ann Brown

Keynote Speaker

Terri-Ann Brown is the Senior Director of Miami Tech Works, a workforce intermediary funded with $16 million through the Economic Development Administration with the goal of strengthening talent pipelines and ensuring business success.

She has also led initiatives to support startups and small businesses with mentorship, commercialization, and access to funding. Her current role includes serving as one of the leaders of the Risk and Resilience Tech Hub – South Florida’s emerging ecosystem focused on advanced materials to strengthen our infrastructure.

Antoine McNeal

Antoine C. McNeal is a procurement, supply chain and innovation leader at Amazon. Mr. McNeal is Head of Global Health & Safety Procurement for global fulfillment and operations. In this role he serves as Amazon’s global leader for procurement and continuity of supply for health and safety supplies and services. He has over 22 years of experience and is recognized as a supply chain and procurement change agent and solutions architect. Prior to Amazon he was recognized in the Department of Defense (DoD) as a senior procurement director and champion of supply strategy, supply chain management, contract lifecycle management, weapon systems product development (i.e. F-35, F-22, etc), procurement information technology, enterprise architecture and automation to achieve next-level operational performance. He served as the Deputy Director of the Defense Contract Management Agency’s (DCMA) National Capital Region Contract Management Office.

John Carter

In May 2024, John Carter transitioned to lead the Global Corporate Procurement team within Amazon. Prior to that as the Director of Finance Operations and Accounting Analysis, John managed the accounting, reporting and analysis work for global finance teams within Amazon. Since joining Amazon in 2016, he has worked closely with the Chief Financial Officer, the Corporate Controller and many other senior executives to ensure the proper level of controllership and financial reporting, while also driving improvements to the customer and employee experience. Originally from California, John holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Berkley; a Master of Business Administration from San Jose State University; and a Master of Science in Accounting also from San Jose State University. John enjoys spending time with his wife (Kristin) along with his three adult children. He also enjoys skiing, traveling, riding motorcycles and rooting for the Seattle Sounders FC.

Rachel Schiftan

Rachel Schiftan is the Senior Managing Director of Sustainability Services within Investor Services at Cushman & Wakefield, where she leads holistic consulting and project management solutions across commercial real estate portfolios. She assists clients reduce environmental impact, enhance building performance, and meet ESG goals including services such as energy and carbon management, green building certifications, climate risk assessments, waste reduction strategies, and ESG reporting support.

Léyoh Goodall

Léyoh is a commercial leader working with organisations to prove their value based on their values. Currently VP of Sales at the Social Value Portal, Léyoh has experience in using technology to prioritise sustainable business, responsible sourcing and social value.

Leonard K. Spencer

Leonard Spencer leads Amazon’s Global Procurement Sustainability (GPS) organization, where he advances purpose-led sourcing strategies that promote environmental stewardship, economic inclusion, and social impact across the company’s global supply chain. His team drives responsible procurement through four pillars: climate action, community impact, human rights, and inclusive supplier development.

Previously, Leonard held leadership roles at The Walt Disney Company and General Electric, where he focused on supplier development, sustainability, and finance. He holds degrees from Tuskegee University and the University of Alabama, and completed executive education at Columbia University. He lives in Orlando with his wife and is the proud father of two adult children.

Ben Ngobi

Ben Ngobi leads Accenture’s Global Supplier Impact & Sustainability program across the supply chain, the largest contributor to corporate goals. This includes how Accenture designs and implements world class strategies to manage suppliers at scale on Environment, Human Rights, driving small/inclusive supply chains, Supplier Standards, and Accessible Procurement. In turn, it includes managing the technology that drives engagement with suppliers and leads towards building a sustainable, responsible and inclusive supply chain. He has been at Accenture for 14 years. As a member of Accenture’s Procurement Leadership team, Ben has been pivotal in developing and contributing to new initiatives, including a go-to-market offerings around inclusive sourcing and sustainability. He leads an award-winning team that has helped establish a new inhousebuilt platform that enables Accenture to engage suppliers at scale and disclose their sustainability data by category, country, and company size, along with AI infusion to bring scale efficiencies. He is a speaker on climate, inclusive sourcing, and human rights topics, and a subject matter advisor on implementing inclusive sourcing and sustainability programs. Ben holds degrees in Business Management and Environment, MSc Development Studies, and MBA International Management from UK universities.

Caleb Streur

A seasoned procurement executive with over 9 years at Amazon, he currently serves as Director of Procurement Operations, leading a team of 2,500+ professionals across US procurement operations and indirect supply chain management.

Since becoming Director in March 2023, he has driven significant improvements in operational excellence through strategic vendor management and innovative S&OP practices. His journey at Amazon includes leadership roles in Global Procurement Operations, Procurement PMO, and Regional Procurement Operations.
He holds an MBA in Strategy & Operations from Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management and a BS in Electronic Engineering from Northern Michigan University. Known for implementing strategic initiatives that align with Amazon’s customer-centric approach, he brings particular strength in large-scale team management, vendor relationships, and procurement transformation.

Event Agenda:

10:30am – 11:30am

Registration + Anchoring Insights; Sustainability Resource Showcase

Register, enjoy a hot beverage, and visit the Sustainability Resource Showcase featuring information about Amazon’s standards and resources across Environment, Social Responsibility, Community Impact, and Supplier Development and Impact.

11:30am – 12:00pm

Embarking Together: Setting Our Course (Welcome and Keynote)

Terri-Ann Brown, Director of Miami Tech Works, delivers the keynote address.

12:00pm – 12:45pm

Compass Points: Your Guide to Amazon’s Procurement Landscape

Join Amazon leaders for an inside look at how procurement priorities are evolving to meet the challenges—and opportunities—of a changing world. This session will spotlight emerging trends across key supplier-facing areas and reveal how sustainability is being woven into the fabric of Amazon’s long-term strategy.

Hear directly from decision-makers as they share how sustainability is guiding sourcing choices, driving innovation, and shaping the future of supplier partnerships. Attendees will gain practical insights into aligning with Amazon’s direction of travel—positioning themselves to thrive in a market increasingly defined by resilience, responsibility, and forward thinking.

Panelists:

12:45pm – 1:30pm

Networking Lunch + Anchoring Insights: Sustainability Resource Showcase

Refuel and make meaningful connections during this networking lunch. The Sustainability Resource Showcase will be open for your exploration.

1:30pm – 2:15pm

Expanding Horizons: Sustainability as a Competitive Advantage

Hear from a panel of business leaders who are turning sustainability into a strategic advantage. Through real-world case studies, they’ll share how their organizations have embedded sustainable practices to unlock new revenue streams, cut costs, and gain a competitive edge. This session will offer practical insights and proven strategies for translating sustainability commitments into measurable business results—no matter your scale or starting point.

Panelists:

Huw Barry, Program Manager for Environment & Decarbonization at Amazon (moderator)
Léyoh Goodall, VP of Sales, Social Value Portal
Rachel Schiftan, Senior Managing Director, Sustainability at Cushman & Wakefield
Rex Hamre, Head of Sustainability Consulting & Commissioning, JLL
Ben Ngobi, Global Supplier Impact & Sustainability Lead, Accenture

2:15pm – 3:30pm

Plumbing Depths: Sustainability, Community, Impact, and Growth

Take a seat at the table for small-group conversations with Amazon experts from key areas including Environment, Community Impact, Social Responsibility, and Supplier Development. This interactive session offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with leaders, ask questions, and gain tailored insights into the priorities shaping Amazon’s sustainability journey. Whether you're seeking strategic guidance or practical next steps, these deep-dive discussions are designed to support your path forward.

3:30pm – 3:45pm

Break + Anchoring Insights: Sustainability Resource Showcase

Refuel and visit the Sustainability Resource Showcase if you haven’t yet had a chance!

3:45pm – 4:30pm

Plotting New Frontiers: Your Sustainability Roadmap

Join a collaborative roundtable designed to turn insight into action. In this session, participants will share reflections, explore implementation plans, and discuss opportunities for applying what they've learned. Through structured, solution-focused conversations, you'll help shape best practices and surface real-world challenges—while providing Amazon with valuable feedback on how to better support your success. It's a chance to co-create strategies that drive meaningful, sustainable growth for all.

4:30pm - 5:00pm

Casting Off: Evening Networking + Anchoring Insights: Sustainability Resource Showcase

Wind down the day and raise a glass at our closing happy hour. Connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed setting as we reflect on the day’s journey and look ahead to the path forward. Enjoy light refreshments, informal conversation, and the chance to celebrate new connections and shared momentum – and visit the Sustainability Resource Showcase before you go!

Make a difference!

Join Amazon for a fun and rewarding volunteering activity giving back to the community by assembling backpacks! Let’s give back to our communities together.

Monday, November 3, 2025

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

The Betsy Hotel

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