Adam Jacobs

Adam is an award-winning, bootstrapping entrepreneur and founder focused on disrupting markets and bringing about positive change. Adam attended the University of Leeds, where he studied Political Science. He is passionately invested in nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs, using his vast experience to mentor students to empower them to pave the way for future impactful business ventures.

With over two decades of experience transforming public-sector procurement, Adam’s ventures demonstrate a profound commitment to societal improvement and innovation. He has established himself as a leader in sustainable and ethical business practices.

Over a decade ago, Adam founded Bloom Procurement Services, the leading marketplace for professional services. Bloom expertly connects buyers and suppliers across the UK’s public sector, seamlessly matching their requirements and chosen outcomes. Under Adam’s leadership, Bloom's approach is holistic, considering the welfare of suppliers, communities, and the environment alongside business growth. The company's commitment to social value is evident in its achievements, creating substantial social impact through its operations.

Bloom has proven its impact by delivering average savings of 14% to the public sector, supporting over 5,000 SMEs, and generating over £200 million in social value since its inception in 2012. As a business, Bloom is committed to fostering a sustainable marketplace, placing social value outcomes at the core of its mission. Their dedication to partnering with SMEs fosters community development and supports widespread economic and employment benefits. Bloom's simple and transparent route to market also leads to budget savings, effectively putting money back into the public purse and allowing resources to be allocated where they are needed most.

At Bloom, Social value extends far beyond the traditional measures of cost and quality. It is a commitment to fostering positive societal impacts, including environmental sustainability. Bloom champions projects that not only deliver their main outcome but also actively contribute to the betterment of the communities and individuals they serve. Their approach ensures that public funds result in lasting, tangible benefits extending far beyond projects' immediate scope.

Adam is proud to have been recognised as the Disruptor Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and the Innovation Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards. Additionally, he has been included in the LDC Top 50 2024, a prestigious list by LDC and The Times.

More information about Bloom can be found at Bloom Procurement Services (www.bloom.services).