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PODCAST

The Supply Chain Ambassador

Mr Abrauna Yakubu

I am a procurement professional, who is all about connecting with the supply chain community in a positive, fun and engaging way. I am currently the host of the Supply Chain Ambassador Podcast.

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All Episodes

22:15

From Bridges to Trains: Career lessons from with...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2025/11/01

In this episode of the Supply Chain Ambassador Podcast, host Bruno talks with Vincent Robitaille from Transport Canada about managing some of Canada’s biggest transportation projects, like the High-Speed Rail between Toronto and Quebec and the Lac-Mégantic Rail Bypass. Vincent shares his career journey in government, explains why planning and talking to industry early is so important, and gives practical tips for anyone working in procurement. He also reflects on the challenges of big projects and

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19:06

From Radio to RFPs: Judy's Unconventional Procurement...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2025/09/22

In this episode of The Supply Chain Ambassador Podcast, host Abrauna Yakubu chats with Judy Ann Hollander, a procurement specialist with a winding, unconventional career path—from childhood radio dreams to contract negotiations at CDIC. Judy shares the pivotal moments, career twists, and transferable skills that shaped her journey. Tune in for inspiration, laughs, and real talk about learning, creativity, and breaking into procurement the untraditional way.

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9:46

The Supply Chain Ambassador Returns: A New Season Begins

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2025/09/18

I’m back! After a short break, I’m excited to relaunch The Supply Chain Ambassador Podcast with a fresh new season. In this episode, I reflect on where we’ve been, what’s ahead, and share a bit more about my own journey — from casual roles to leading procurement. I also open up about challenges like imposter syndrome, what I love about procurement, and why collaboration matters now more than ever. If you’re in procurement, supply chain, or public service — this is your space. Let’s build better,

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9:46

The Supply Chain Ambassador Returns: A New Season Begins

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2025/08/21

I’m back! After a short break, I’m excited to relaunch The Supply Chain Ambassador Podcast with a fresh new season. In this episode, I reflect on where we’ve been, what’s ahead, and share a bit more about my own journey — from casual roles to leading procurement for the 2026 Census at Statistics Canada. I also open up about challenges like imposter syndrome, what I love about procurement, and why collaboration matters now more than ever. If you’re in procurement, supply chain, or public service —

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31:26

Being Nice versus Kind, with Richard Roulx, acting...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2023/10/06

On today's podcast, Richard shares with us the difference between being Nice versus Kind. As he highlights the importance of sticking to your values in a professional setting. Listen now.

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11:55

The power of Mentorship with Antonia Roul, acting...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2023/08/07

On today's podcast, Antonia shares with us the power of mentorship and how her career has shaped her growth in public sector procurement.

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15:18

Procurement is not a Help Desk with Danielle...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2023/05/23

On today's podcast, Danielle shares with us the challenges of explaining the bureaucratic process of procurement and overcoming that, with the clients.As she says in her words "there's this giant web of rules and we have to make the connections, connect the dots between where the box stops and where the rules start and where we can play within the gray space and where we can't."Listen to the full podcast for more.

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23:37

From the armed forces to the public service, with...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2023/03/06

From the armed forces to the public service, our guest Ghislain Sauvé, has done it all. In this podcast, he shares some of his challenges and successes and how that is helping him, in his new role.

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7:37

Recognising Accomplishments with Kathleen Mitchell,...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/11/08

A young director at the age of 30, Kathleen Mitchell shares with us, her successes and challenges, stepping into new roles and while maintaining a positive attitude.

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13:16

Landing Government Contracts with Allison McMillan,...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/09/13

Allison McMillan was looking for the next stage of her career and noticed a big gap between what small business owners have the time to do, to bid on government contracts. On Today's Podcast, I speak with Allison McMillan and how she is helping small businesses land government contracts.

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19:42

Finding encouragement and success in mentorship, with...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/08/30

After Arjun Kashetty graduated, as an international student in 2016, he had a pretty hard time finding full time work. On today's Podcast Arjun shares his journey, and how he found encouragement and confidence to achieve success.

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18:31

The 3 buckets of an Entrepreneur, with Brandon...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/08/14

In January of 2017, Brandon's personal sailboat broke moorage and landed on the beach without alerting him. After which, he decided to create a solution that is now sold in over 40 countries around the world. On today's podcast., Brandon shares his journey as an entrepreneur.

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17:00

Research and Academia, with Ahmad Teymouri, program...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/08/01

In today's podcast, I went back to school.... to the college, where I graduated with my supply chain degree, to invite my special guest. Ahmad Teymouri is helping shed light on his work as the coordinator of the supply chain program at Algonquin college and the wonderful work his students are doing.

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19:41

Fostering a healthy client relationship with John...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/07/19

On today's Podcast, John Caves is here to share with us some of the great things that he's doing building client relationships, at Employment and Social Development Canada.

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15:13

Creative Leadership with Troy Crosby, Assistant...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/07/05

On Today's podcast, Assistant Deputy Minister, Troy Crosby, shares his leadership strategies and how you can bring creativity to any solution.

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18:07

Part 2: Material Management with Richard Quinn of...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/06/21

On today's podcast. We continue our discussion with Richard to understand the material management challenges in the public service of Canada. Richard shares his approach to finding success.

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22:22

Part 1: Material Management with Richard Quinn of...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/06/06

On today's podcast. We learn about material management and the strategies Richard uses to navigate supply chain in the public service of Canada. This is the 1st part of our long conversation. The next part will be published two weeks from now.

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22:35

Intern opportunities with Darin Hayduk of Public...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/05/23

Are you a student currently attending university or college? In today's Podcast, we will learn of the intern officer program and the great work our next guest is doing, in order to help you land a career in the public service procurement field.

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21:25

Organizational Problem Solving with Jordan Daly-Frey

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/05/09

In today's Podcast, we discuss with Jordan Daly-Fry about problem solving and how organizations can accelerate business transformations and arrive at better outcomes.

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28:50

Selling Surplus Assets, with Josee Doucet, of GC...

The Supply Chain Ambassador ·

2022/04/25

How does the public service get rid of all the stuff that it buys? How does it manage surplus items? Helping me to learn more about that is Josie Doucet.

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