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  • Opening remarks from the Chairperson
    Kylie Speer
    Kylie Speer

    Host
    Key Media

  • KEYNOTE: Talent shortages, artificial intelligence and Systemic HR – How to thrive in the post-industrial age

    Talent shortages are impacting all organisations, but the smart approach is to upscale your digital HR capability. What does this look like in a world where AI is accelerating and many companies are already leaping ahead with its implementation in the HR space? In this session, Alec will look at the key drivers of technology in HR, discuss impactful models that are already being implemented and explore why Systemic HR is the way forward.

     

    • Examining how the economy is transforming but industries are converging
    • Understanding the importance of organisational ingenuity, not individual ingenuity, and why organisations need to follow the pacesetters
    • Navigating the rapid rise of AI in HR, its different platforms and looking ahead
    • What is Systemic HR and why is it making an impact?

     

    Alec Bashinsky
    Alec Bashinsky

    APAC Partner
    The Josh Bersin Company

  • PANEL: Innovative talent attraction strategies to become an employer of choice

    The competition for talent continues to be a significant workforce challenge. For organisations operating in a lean environment, leveraging tech can offer a competitive advantage in attracting skilled employees. Hear how Australia’s top companies can attract and recruit employees by leveraging tech to drive operational efficiency.  

     

    • Designing an engaging and efficient candidate experience  
    • Driving efficiency through artificial intelligence, chatbots and productivity tools to attract, source and engage candidates 
    • Harnessing HR analytics to define talent acquisition strategies 

     

    Moderator
    Kylie Speer
    Kylie Speer

    Host
    Key Media

    Panellists
    Bec Donnelly
    Bec Donnelly

    VP People
    SiteMinder

    Haren Krishnadasan
    Haren Krishnadasan

    Head of Talent Acquisition – Tech, Analytics, Digital & Delivery
    Commonwealth Bank

    Garth Quinn
    Garth Quinn

    Head of Talent Acquisition and People Experience
    Healius

    Dean Summlar
    Dean Summlar

    VP Talent Management & Learning – International
    Schneider Electric

  • Morning tea and refreshment break
  • CASE STUDY: Optimising resources to enhance learning

    Creating personalised learning experiences allow greater autonomy and flexibility to encourage learning and development for a diverse global workforce. In this session, hear how hummgroup engages their employees to continuously develop their skills through transforming the learning environment.

     

    • Engaging employees with flexible, personalised learning opportunities 
    • Configuring self-service tools and leveraging specialists to support employees with their career paths and skill development  
    • Maximising technology to connect dispersed and diverse workforces throughout the whole employee lifecycle 

     

    Stephanie Carman
    Stephanie Carman

    People & Communications Director
    hummgroup

  • PANEL: Improving hybrid workplace conditions to maximise flexibility and productivity

    Hybrid is here to stay; workers have spoken overwhelmingly in favour of flexible working conditions despite repeated calls to return to the office. How can employers embrace this continuing reality and ensure a strong hybrid work culture and employee experience? This session will look at the role that technology can play in creating a strong hybrid culture. 

     

    • Creating flexible remote working options to attract and retain employees 
    • How can tech overcome barriers to engagement and support culture in a hybrid workplace? 
    • Effectively monitoring development, engagement, and productivity with listening, career path and coaching platforms  
    • Developing a personalised approach to give a sense of belonging and purpose

     

    Moderator
    Kylie Speer
    Kylie Speer

    Host
    Key Media

    Panellists
    Maria Dimopoulos
    Maria Dimopoulos

    Vice President | People Director | PX
    Capgemini

    Netta Efron
    Netta Efron

    VP People & Culture, Group Culture Officer
    Koala

    Tara Haubert
    Tara Haubert

    Head Of People And Culture, Oceania
    Asics

    Amie Wallis
    Amie Wallis

    Chief of People and Culture
    Australian Olympic Committee 

  • Networking lunch
  • PANEL: Fostering internal talent mobility to increase retention and eliminate skill gaps

    Increasing competition and external pressures require companies to rely heavily on their ability to scale talent and skills to meet new demands on the business. Companies need to have upskilling and reskilling strategies in place to meet skills quotas and develop compelling career plans for key talent. This session will look at the role that technology can play in supporting internal mobility and skill development to increase engagement and maintain growth.  

     

    • An overview of new tools and strategies for managing and retaining talent in times of change 
    • Harnessing tech to develop personalised career plans for key talent 
    • Connecting development strategies with business priorities to deliver in-demand skillsets 

     

    Moderator
    Kylie Speer
    Kylie Speer

    Host
    Key Media

    Panellists
    Brooke Adams
    Brooke Adams

    Director of Human Resources, Australia and New Zealand
    Slalom

    Amy Baxendale
    Amy Baxendale

    Global Capability & Workforce Readiness Director
    Arcadis

    Tarishi Kwatra
    Tarishi Kwatra

    Change Management Lead PepsiCo Asia Pacific & HRBP Strategy Transformation
    PepsiCo 

    Dimitra Papadolias
    Dimitra Papadolias

    Director People Services & Technology
    Transport for NSW

  • Using data analytics to drive strategic objectives

    As companies anticipate future workforce needs to get ahead, HR leaders are turning to people analytics to optimise decision-making and operations. This session will examine how to create and use meaningful HR data to determine the right workforce strategies and measure effectiveness. 

     

    • How to drive strategic priorities using data and analytics 
    • How to support leaders with insights and help them stay connected with their teams
    • How will AI transform workforce analytics?

     

    Krishna Mohan
    Krishna Mohan

    Senior Manager, People Strategy, Insights & Projects
    Mirvac

  • Afternoon tea and refreshment break

    Tea break interactive discussions 

    Choose the topic that matters to you most and join an informal discussion with your peers. This interactive format enables in-depth peer-to-peer discussions around leveraging tech to support HR strategies, offering an opportunity to network and exchange best practices.     

     

    Topics to be discussed include:  

     

    • HR analytics 
    • Employee experience 
    • Learning and development  
    • Talent acquisition 

     

  • Grand Prize Draw

    Expo Passport Grand Prize Draw
    Collect all exhibitors’ stamps on the Expo Passport for the chance to win a $1,000 cash prize! 

     

    Sponsor Prize Draws
    Plus, don’t miss several exciting prize giveaways from our exhibitors! Visit their stands to discover how to enter the drawings! 

  • FIRESIDE CHAT: A look at the future of HR tech – what to expect next 

    The past three years have seen HR rapidly transform, and technology has played an integral part. What are the next big innovations to watch? What are the best strategies for integrating new technology into your business? This session will look at the current state of HR tech and its future over the next 5 years, as we anticipate new capabilities.  

     

    • Which technologies have had the biggest impact on HR to date?  
    • Which technologies have the most potential to transform HR even more?  
    • How can companies best adapt their technology strategy for a multi-generational workforce?  

     

    Glenn Carter
    Glenn Carter

    Head of Tech Capability (Product Owner)
    ANZ

    Kylie Speer
    Kylie Speer

    Host
    Key Media

  • Tech Den Pitch Competition

    At the HR Tech Summit, five finalist start-ups will have three minutes to pitch and explain their solutions to a panel of judges and investors.  

    The winner will receive an exclusive opportunity to position their company as a thought-leader in an interactive digital content editorial feature valued at $8,000. 

     

    The Tech Den will showcase companies that:  

     

    • Automate processes for HR professionals 
    • Improve efficiencies for HR  
    • Helps companies to recruit and manage their people 

     

    Congratulations to the five finalists – one winner will be selected at the HR Tech Summit:

     

    • Equidi
    • Cadrelo
    • MeldMinds
    • MentorKey
    • Third Place

     

  • Event concludes