Sam is the Chief Executive of the Government Commercial Agency (GCA), an executive agency of the Cabinet Office, which she joined in July 2024. The GCA is a key constituent of the Government Commercial Function, focused on helping the UK public sector realise the best value in its commercial and procurement activity, or value for the nation. With extensive experience across both the public and private sectors, Sam is a leader in commercial excellence. Prior to the GCA, she served as the Home Office Chief Commercial Officer, where she embedded commercial best practice across operations and oversaw a diverse portfolio of complex procurements. Earlier in her public sector career, Sam was Commercial Director in Crown Commercial Service (CCS) starting in 2016, leading teams that supported government departments in construction, utilities, and facilities management. She also holds significant private sector experience in commercial leadership and business transformations, spanning industries including nuclear, energy, water, waste, pharmaceuticals, and chemical manufacturing. Her leadership approach emphasises strategic sourcing and upholding the highest ethical standards in procurement that safeguard people and communities. Sam currently lives in the North West and enjoys travelling, cooking, and spending time outdoors.