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08:30
  1. 510 mins

    Inclusive Leadership

  2. 510 mins

    Improve Employee Engagement, Productivity and Corporate Compliance

  3. 510 mins
    Six Pillars of Leadership Excellence
08:00
  1. 60 mins
09:30
  1. 45 mins
    • Tactical to strategic: HR transformation from the inside out
    • Employing bold HR strategies to stay ahead of macro trends and the evolving world of work
    • Harnessing disruption and new waves of change for growth, resilience and success
10:15
  1. Speed Networking, Morning Tea Break & Expo Hall Visit
    45 mins
11:00
  1. 60 mins
    • Advancing the digital maturity of HR and agile ways of working in the smart technology era
    • Assessing in-demand skills to meet current day challenges and tomorrow’s needs
    • Prioritising digital transformation imperatives and change accelerators to impact positive business outcomes
12:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Uniting business stakeholders and eliminating silos in aligning technology investments with topline goals
    • Simplifying and streamlining your tech stack to boost cost savings, efficiency and productivity gains 
    • Safeguarding against technology obsolescence and embracing the limitless possibilities of human-AI synergy 
12:30
  1. Lunch, Networking & Expo Hall Visit
    90 mins
13:59
  1. 1 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    Sessions start at 14:00.
  2. 1 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    Sessions start at 14:00.
  3. 1 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    Sessions start at 14:00.
14:15
  1. 30 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    • Why love is a powerful force in organisational culture, leadership and the bottom line
    • Building workplaces where your people feel valued and understood
    • Practical ways to lead with love in creating a connected and supportive workplace
  2. 30 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    • Decoding the dynamics and convergence of human intelligence with AI
    • Choosing curiosity over fear while setting guardrails for learning and failures
    • Adopting a people-first strategy for AI-powered productivity 
  3. 30 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    • Risks, opportunities and the importance of balance in new ways of working
    • Analysing workplace trends through the integrated lens of space, technology and people
    • Interconnecting physical, digital and culture to enable meaningful work and collaboration
14:45
  1. 30 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
  2. 30 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
  3. 30 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
15:15
  1. 30 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    • Fostering a data-driven mindset and corporate culture
    • Using the interconnected fields of people analytics in workforce and workplace transformation
    • Leveraging AI and advanced analytics to navigate business complexities and decision-making
  2. 30 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    • Enhancing business impact and realising value with skills intelligence
    • Merging skills growth with career pathways and performance excellence
    • Fuelling talent mobility and skilling programs to maximise workforce potential
  3. 30 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    • Unravelling the impact of technology on humanity, industries and society
    • Retaining fundamentals of human connections amidst the surge and reliance on technology
    • Harnessing the benefits of digital tools and mitigating potential drawbacks
15:45
  1. Afternoon Tea Break, Networking & Expo Hall Visit
    30 mins
16:15
  1. 30 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    • Key challenges in aligning performance management with business strategy
    • Evaluating processes and investing in the right tools that connect performance to outcomes
    • ROI of performance management in driving engagement, growth and value creation
  2. 30 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    • Relooking rewards and recognition programs to incentivise and deliver tangible business results
    • Curating total rewards initiatives that attract, retain and motivate
    • Going beyond the pay cheque – Which non-monetary aspects are employees really after?
  3. 30 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    • Establishing workplace environments that support health, happiness and well-being
    • Designing for difference – Incorporating mindful components to inclusive workspaces
    • Deriving multi-faceted benefits and competitive advantage from diverse and thriving workplaces
16:45
  1. 30 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    • Taking a human-centric approach to developing employee greatness and organisational excellence
    • Considering people priorities and helping employees live their purpose at work
    • Insider tips to inspire employees and elevate workplaces
  2. 30 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    • Reviewing roles to align responsibilities and skills with organisational changes and demands  
    • Diagnosing the needs for job redesign and enabling implementation
    • Boosting agility and adaptability via a flexible workforce and multi-skilled talent
  3. 30 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    • Essential strategies, tools and communication channels for a distributed workforce
    • Overcoming proximity bias and bridging gaps between onsite and remote teams
    • The interplay of digital technology and workflows in steering workforce engagement and cohesion  
17:15
  1. 10 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
  2. 15 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
  3. 15 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
09:14
  1. 1 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    Sessions start at 09:15.
  2. 1 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    Sessions start at 09:15.
  3. 1 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    Sessions start at 09:15.
09:30
  1. 30 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    • An emphasis on high performance and horizontal leadership capabilities in the new era of work
    • Practical steps to adopting a people-first agenda in driving world class business outcomes
    • Striking a fine balance between people and revenue priorities
  2. 30 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    • Recognising the critical importance and key elements of talent transformation
    • Developing and optimising the skills, capabilities and potential of individuals and teams
    • Building the right institutional capability to ensure consistent outperformance and growth
  3. 30 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    • Proven applications and early adoption of HR-driven AI strategies in the workplace
    • Equipping HR with actionable frameworks to lead workforce transformation and change
    • Rewiring work using AI multi-tooling and skillsets of the future
10:00
  1. 30 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
  2. 30 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
  3. 30 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
11:00
  1. 30 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
  2. 30 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
  3. 30 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
11:30
  1. 60 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    • Championing and managing DEI efforts around what truly matters to people
    • Connecting with current employee needs and expectations to refine and retool DEI initiatives
    • Exploring intersectionality and pushing the boundaries of DEI beyond compliance
  2. 60 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    • Redefining the human touch and elevating skills alongside AI and machines
    • Blending operational gains with a people-first mindset when integrating new technologies
    • Drawing inspiration, adaptation and learning from success cases
  3. 60 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    • Navigating the changing dynamics of work, workforce and workplace
    • Putting employee experience at the heart of workplace modernisation
    • Rationalising workplace metrics and employee behaviour data in measuring hybrid success
12:30
  1. Lunch, Networking & Expo Hall Visit
    90 mins
13:59
  1. 1 mins
    • STRATEGY ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION GROUPS [60MINS]

    Geared towards addressing some of the most pressing challenges and complexities in today’s operating landscape, these 60mins Strategy Roundtables will convene HR practitioners from across diverse sectors to discuss and share insights, leveraging upon the collective wisdom of industry leaders and peers to push the boundaries of strategic thinking and practice. 

    Structured to maximise interaction and in-depth focus on a topical subject matter, attendees will have the opportunity to select a roundtable session of their choice, which has close relevance to their area of expertise and/or scope of responsibilities.  We will conclude with a 15mins sharing session, where each Roundtable Leader will present key highlights and takeaways from the group discussion.

14:00
  1. 60 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    ROUNDTABLE A
  2. 60 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    ROUNDTABLE C
  3. 60 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP
    ROUNDTABLE E
  4. 60 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP

    ROUNDTABLE B

     

     

  5. 60 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP

    ROUNDTABLE D

     

  6. 60 mins
    • C-SUITE LEADERSHIP

    ROUNDTABLE F

     

  7. 60 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    ROUNDTABLE G
  8. 60 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    ROUNDTABLE I
  9. 60 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    ROUNDTABLE K
  10. 60 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    ROUNDTABLE H
  11. 60 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    ROUNTABLE J
  12. 60 mins
    • WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
    ROUNTABLE L
  13. 60 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    ROUNDTABLE M
  14. 60 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    ROUNDTABLE O
  15. 60 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    ROUNDTABLE Q
  16. 60 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    ROUNDTABLE N
  17. 60 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    ROUNDTABLE P
  18. 60 mins
    • WORKTECH EXCELLENCE
    ROUNDTABLE R
15:00
  1. Afternoon Tea Break, Networking & Expo Hall Visit
    30 mins
15:30
  1. 60 mins
    • Weighing the pros and cons of each operating model against key business considerations
    • Delving into the merits and challenges of a hybrid model
    • To what extent will AI trends and technological advancements result in a paradigm shift?
16:30
  1. 45 mins
    • Key pillars of workplace happiness and actionable insights for corporate leaders
    • Promoting a culture of belonging and turning employees into brand advocates
    • Applying positive psychology and strengthening relationships to revitalise and enrich workplace experiences
08:30
  1. 540 mins

    Key takeaways from this site tour include: 

    • A cohesive approach to translating workplace requirements and recommendations into a cutting-edge office design that caters to the diverse work and lifestyle needs of every employee
    • Development of flexible workspaces that foster employee health, well-being, and a thriving corporate culture
    • Strategic integration of technology and sustainability principles in creating an employee-centric workplace
    • Establishment of new workplace standards as a means to attract and retain top talent in a competitive global market
    • Achievement of enhanced productivity, efficiency, and employee experience through the elimination of departmental silos and the transition to collaborative and flexible work arrangements