Tea Time with Amanda Prochaska and Leana Maharaj

Featured in our Tea Time series - candid conversations with industry leaders on transformation and professional development

Building Valiant Teams and Creating Resilient Procurement

About This Episode

In an era of constant change and uncertainty, how do you build procurement teams that don't just survive disruption—but thrive in it? Join procurement entrepreneurs Amanda and Leana Maharaj, Founder of Valiant Strategies, for an inspiring conversation about creating truly resilient procurement organizations.

Drawing from her extensive experience managing multi-million-dollar projects across North America and the Caribbean, Leana shares the strategies that have helped organizations navigate complex regulatory changes, bridge public-private sector gaps, and develop high-performing teams that deliver consistent results even in challenging environments.

Key Takeaways

The Entrepreneurial Journey - Discover what it takes to transition from procurement practitioner to successful consultant and founder, including the mindset shifts required for building your own practice.

Adaptive Strategies - Learn practical approaches for helping organizations stay agile amid constantly evolving procurement regulations and requirements.

Resilient Team Building - Understand how to develop team capabilities that work effectively across both public and private sector environments.

Mentoring Excellence - Explore Valiant Strategies' proven approach to training and developing the next generation of procurement professionals.

About Our Guest

Leana Maharaj is the Founder of Valiant Strategies, bringing deep procurement expertise from across North America and the Caribbean. With a proven track record of managing complex, multi-million-dollar projects in both public and private sectors, Leana has built her reputation on helping organizations create resilient procurement functions that deliver results regardless of external pressures.

Perfect For

• Procurement Leaders looking to build more adaptable, high-performing teams
• Organizational Leaders navigating change and uncertainty
• Aspiring Entrepreneurs considering the transition from practitioner to consultant
• Team Managers seeking strategies for developing resilient capabilities
• Anyone interested in creating cultures that embrace change while maintaining excellence

About Tea Time

Tea Time is our bi-weekly video series featuring authentic conversations with industry experts on leadership, transformation, and professional development. Released every other Friday, each 20-30 minute episode delivers practical insights you can implement immediately in your professional journey.

Ready to build your own valiant team? Watch the full episode and discover the strategies that are transforming procurement organizations across multiple industries and sectors.

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