The Real Life Buyer

How Sustainability & Fairtrade in Procurement can make a positive impact for business and our world. With Aurora Dawn Benton.


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ABOUT THE GUEST

Aurora Dawn Benton is the Founder of Astrapto which means to illuminate and her mission is to shed light on social and environmental issues in the workplace and supply chains.

She is passionate about helping people find practical ways to go from awareness, to impact.

Aurora guides organizations in a wide range of sustainability initiatives, including food & beverage sourcing, green cleaning, and materials waste reduction.

Today I am delighted to welcome Aurora on to the podcast to discuss how procurement can support and encourage sustainability with suppliers based in low cost countries, and learn more about the meaning of “Fair trade”.

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ABOUT THE HOST

My name is Dave Barr.

I have been working as a Purchasing Manager for well over 20 years and have had the joy of working in various manufacturing industries throughout this time.

I have signed contracts for many millions of pounds Sterling over these years across a range of products and services with business from Asia to the USA and Europe.

I am passionate about self development, business improvement, saving money, buying quality goods and services, developing positive and effective working relationships with suppliers and colleagues and driving improvement through out the supply chain.

Now I wish to share this knowledge and that of highly skilled and competent people with you, the listener, in order that you may hopefully benefit from this information.

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Disclaimer

The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast are those solely of the host and guest(s) involved and do not reflect the views of any other individual or company. This podcast does not constitute professional advice or services. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information is strictly at your own risk and we will not be liable for any losses or damages in connection with any information provided.

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