Get ready to be inspired & challenged to embrace new modes of thinking, leadership, & technology & achieve greater impact for your organisation! The session sets the tone for the conference's overarching theme: The Art of the Possible and starts the conversation on creating meaningful journeys, touchpoints, and platforms for 2023 & beyond.

CEO & Editor-in-Chief

Is the world of work ready for the latest innovations in AI? It is essential to reinvent ourselves in an age in which even creative & intellectual tasks can be outsourced to machines. In this session, psychologist Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic will dive deeper into the impact of AI on our behaviour & tendencies, & share actionable insights on how we can leverage our human strengths to thrive in an AI-driven world. Explore ways to enhance your emotional intelligence and empathy and uncover the potential AI holds in shaping our collective future.

Author & Chief Innovation Officer

Grab your coffee, head towards the exhibition zone, meet our world-class HR & work technology partners & explore innovative solutions!

Culture is vibrant and constantly evolving. What are some of the critical elements to architect as we redesign company culture to be an engine of business growth?

The invariable nature of business cycles means that leaders need to learn how to navigate turbulent waters – not by resisting the waves but by building a vessel that rides constant disruption. This requires reshaping business models & building the right talent strategy to capture opportunities that they hadn't thought possible in a time of upheaval & disruption.

From smart software and predictive analytics, to intricately built robots that steer their way through a busy factory, automation is shaping the world of work & workers' behavior. How will automated tools influence the future of employability? How can we leverage automation to create a competitive advantage for human workers?

In the 1980s, CEOs gave a much-needed impetus to the finance function & heralded in the era of Super CFOs. As we forge the path ahead to yet again elevate HR, a new contract needs to be adopted comprising the CFO, CEO and CHRO. ‘Coz business always benefits from better management of not only the financial resources but also human capital.

Join us for a networking lunch & connect with industry professionals over a delicious meal

Learn how you can use intentional workplace design to foster connectivity and collaboration, creating a dynamic environment that fuels innovation and success. Revolutionise your workplace model to unlock the full potential of your organisation.

As nascent technologies become ever more central to our lives, human leadership is as important as ever to solve & approach the ethical questions of data ownership, privacy, democracy as well as the new tech challenges that emerge & market barriers that resurface.

When done diligently, learning analytics can help you answer a plethora of critical questions: Are we building the right skills in the right way? Are we developing the talent needed to deliver business objectives & also engage the workforce? How do we anticipate what our learners need in this dynamic environment? It is indeed the holy grail of L&D!

Creating a diverse workforce & leadership team & offering equal opportunities & rewards to the entire workforce should be the norm at workplaces. The need for change shouldn’t be born out of the sheer vanity of having a trendy program, but from a sincere commitment towards making things better for our future generations.

Take a moment to pause, recharge, & refocus with a refreshing Transition Break.

How to Build a Future-Ready Organization in the Age of AI and Automation: AI and automation are transforming the business landscape at an unprecedented pace. In this session, we will explore how to build a future-ready organization that can thrive in the digital frontier of 2023 and beyond.

Skills are our greatest asset. L&D leaders today need to map career paths based on skill sets that are not only highly in demand now but will also continue to remain important in, say, the next decade. Learn how personalised learning can be used as a common thread that can help resolve the most complex L&D challenges – closing the skills gap & increasing learners' engagement.

Wouldn’t it be great for an employee to accept and accumulate a lifetime of credentials and certifications on a secure wallet on a smartphone? With blockchain, learning can become a powerful asset with the promise of rewards porting employees' development progress, while simultaneously equipping employers to make quicker workforce decisions with authoritative data.

Every company’s engagement and retention plans leverages designing & executing learning and talent development: How do we elevate learning as a company priority & the value of learning as a retention tool?

With the impact of climate change becoming more pronounced, customers and stakeholders are eager to support brands that are truly sustainable. How can organisations partner with multiple stakeholders to achieve SDG targets by 2030? How can these partnerships enable businesses and governments to pool together resources and skills to achieve prosperity in a relatively short time frame? We need urgent answers to these complex questions because in the end, doing well and doing good plays a critical role in business and in life.

Resetting our minds is all about having fun, engaging with peers & re-energising from within. Join us for a series of evening soirees that includes music, humour & a surprise to inspire, enlighten & engage you.

Relax & unwind while enjoying delicious food & drinks with peers, all while discussing the art of designing solutions for the unconventional times!

Technology without human-centric design & a mission to improve experience only adds another layer of complexity to our already complicated lives. The key to adopting tech is to know its purpose. Purpose drives innovation & experimentation. How then can organizations shift their culture from a product-focused to a purpose-driven engine?

Is technology leading us to a world of disconnection, alienation and extremism? How can we frame our design of the future, where technology enables us to create a more sustainable, connected & inclusive world?

AI has the superpower to learn from specific data sets and pick up patterns, behaviours or functions based on statistics, mathematics & algorithms. But what happens when the wrong algorithm is applied to the right data? What can we learn from deep learning & artificial neural networks (ANN)? Explore how human-machine collaboration is transforming the way organisations design & deliver learning experience.

Get familiar with the risks of using emerging technologies. Learn how organisations are navigating issues like data privacy, security breaches, and algorithmic biases. Gain insights on promoting ethical decision-making through tech.

What are the potential applications & challenges that AI exhibiting 'natural intelligence' brings us today? Can it aid our fight against climate change, improve manufacturing processes or enhance customer experiences? How can humans lead this ethically & securely?

We are on the cusp of the enhancement revolution – Today we have the option to change ourselves & our workplaces in ways that used to exist exclusively in the minds of science fiction writers & comic book superheroes. But as we merge more & more with machines, will we continue to remain human?

The CLOs are now the transformers, embracing a powerful role where they are not just responsible for training and designing skills-based courses but rather reshaping capabilities and organisational culture. How can learning leaders grow into this new role which is more purpose-driven than ever before & woven into the very fabric of business decisions?

Discover the potential of AI as a catalyst for innovation. Beyond the fear of AI replacing jobs explore the intersection of AI and creative expression, delving into its potential, limitations, and ethical considerations.

The need of the hour is to modernize how the world works, move up the value chain & work with the right ecosystem of partners to meet evolving business demands. How are leaders across industries preparing for growth with a personalised user experience & enabling an agile way of working?

Organisations that have adopted an integrated approach to emotional, social, mental, physical, financial, & intellectual health & wellness have outperformed others on every important metric out there, becoming ‘great places to work’. ‘Coz it isn’t just a good idea anymore, for an organisation to be cutting-edge and high-performing, a healthy, happy workforce is an essential requirement.

Social media influencers sometimes have bad reputations, mainly caused by a few bad actors pulling irresponsible publicity stunts to increase their following. But in the corporate setting, influencers can play a key role in boosting engagement and shaping the culture of your company. For L&D, Learning Influencers have the power to drive more people towards your learning programs and services. This is because people trust the recommendations made by their favorite experts. Employers can use this to influence learning habits and drive a positive learning culture. In this session, Annee will speak about the importance of having influencers, the benefits they bring to any organization, and most importantly, how to convert your traditional subject-matter experts (SME) into influencers at the service of learning and curiosity.

Chief Learning Strategist

So far, we have always cast disruption in a negative light, projecting a future where robots take over the jobs of human workers. But what if AI and automation are actually capable of creating more jobs than it displaces? Will humans + machines = superpowers? The next decade will see CEOs comb through the manual for using AI for the good of the workforce.

Recruiters are breaking free from the old-school resume-and-interview routine, thanks to immersive technologies! With virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) leading the charge, recruitment is getting a futuristic makeover as we speak. Learn how you can use VR to craft virtual worlds for candidates to showcase their skills, while AR adds a dash of magic by bringing resumes and portfolios to life with digital content on physical objects.

Can the rapid growth of AI change the way you lead? In this masterclass, delve into the implications of AI on leadership & get practical recommendations on how to lead in the age of AI. Learn more about the impact of AI on HR leadership & HR technologies. You will also get introduced to new ways in which you can leverage AI to make better decisions & improve your ability to choose the right people. Most importantly, Psychologist Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic will share how leadership needs to change to ensure that the AI age is also the human age!

The digital decade entails a new paradigm of work, talent, & technology management where decisions push the boundaries of what's possible; drive greater efficiency, innovation & impact; & create unique ways for individuals, teams, & organisations to succeed.  In this session, you can explore how you can harness the power of digital technologies to create unique opportunities and meaningful impact for your people and business.

MD Tech Strategy & Partners

What does great performance looks like? From hiring to growth, how can we best measure, identify and develop the best talent in a hybrid world?

How can employers use data effectively in recruitment when many of today's systems are disconnected from each other? How do we optimise top-of-funnel recruiting analytics to better understand and quantify 'quality of hire'?

Founder & CEO

By putting his head into a cardboard box in 2008 for a client who knew they might lose billions, Jimbo Clark, author and creator of TheBox®, found inspiration for the tool that has evolved to this day. The activity encourages participants to think in, out, and beyond the limitations of their conventional patterns of thinking. Join us for the interactive session and learn the art of thinking inside-outside the box!

Discover an unconventional and powerful technique for examining multi-stakeholder challenges in teams and organisations through this masterclass. Learn the Constellations methodology, developed by renowned German psychotherapist Bert Hellinger, to perceive reality beyond our habits and mental frameworks. Get familiar with a model of the system that can help you identify hidden patterns and transform them effectively. Originally designed for personal therapy, this approach has expanded to encompass organizations, nature, and broader societal issues. Gain a better

Kickstarting innovative learning experiences at Unconference Studio. Through engaging formats like live Q&A with leaders, fishbowl conversations, debates, drum cafe, and more, we explore unconventional paths to find unexpected answers as a community.

Get a chance to interact with thought leaders & industry speakers

Join Us For A Networking Lunch & Connect With Industry Professionals Over A Delicious Meal

Embark on an exhilarating rhythmic journey with Drum Cafe! Join us for an interactive and energizing session, where you'll discover the power of collective drumming to ignite team spirit, enhance communication, and unleash your inner rhythm.

From fast-tracking work friendships to leveling the power dynamic and elevating your career for good, gossip can be the tiebreaker to return to office. But organisations need to find the right balance. During this discussion, we intend to find exactly that and the detrimental effects of gossip in remote work.

Get A Chance To Interact With Thought Leaders & Industry Speakers

As leaders navigate the headwinds in an uncertain world of work, the role of HR evolves and demands them to create value for multiple stakeholders by maximizing human capability. Discover four assumptions that can shape the future of work: connecting outside to inside, harnessing uncertainty, navigating paradox, and ensuring personalization.
As leaders navigate the headwinds in an uncertain world of work, the role of HR evolves and demands them to create value for multiple stakeholders by maximizing human capability. Discover four assumptions that can shape the future of work: connecting outside to inside, harnessing uncertainty, navigating paradox, and ensuring personalization.
Gain actionable insights into how to respond to the challenges faced by businesses in 2023 and beyond by innovative practices in talent, leadership, organization, and HR from the ‘father of modern HR’ Dave Ulrich.

Co-Founder & Principal

In today's cut-throat business world, the path to greatness is paved with challenges and obstacles. However, there are some CEOs who manage to rise above the fray and achieve true greatness. What sets them apart? In this provocative fireside chat, learn the traits to achieve greatness, and why they are so often overlooked in the modern business landscape. Whether you're a seasoned CEO or an aspiring leader, this conversation is sure to challenge your assumptions and inspire you to strive for greatness in your own career.

Former CEO HCL & Founder & Chairman

Grab your coffee, head towards the exhibition zone, meet our world-class HR & work technology partners, & explore innovative solutions!

New wellness products and services are hitting the market every day. So, what might the future look like in 2030 or 2045? What role will AI play in health, tracking fitness, nutrition, skincare & sleep data collection? Will technology and wearables become an intrinsic aspect of our mindful lives? In an era when wellness is set to become more tech-heavy, hyper-personalised, & interconnected, what can companies do to be successful?

A whopping 56 per cent of companies are offering remote work right now –and the number will only increase over the course of the next decade. But when it comes to flexible work, we seldom realise that wellness isn’t just about supporting virtual teams but can also include good working practices, such as employee autonomy, effective management, leadership and good company culture. Learn how to drive impactful wellness for your remote workforce.

In a world full of uncertainties, businesses are under immense pressure to adapt & stay ahead of the game. But what if there was a new way to measure success? What if the bottom line wasn't just about profits, but about social impact and purpose? Learn how a clear commitment to social impact can generate long-term ROI & help you drive purpose-driven companies are making a difference while also achieving financial success.

Improvisational theatre techniques can be a powerful tool for developing communication & collaboration skills. In this workshop, CHROs will learn to think on their feet, stay present in the moment, & work effectively with others.

Learn how some leading organizations are fostering a culture of innovation, identifying and leveraging emerging technologies, and creating an environment that encourages experimentation, risk-taking, and creativity.

When people feel taken care of both inside and outside the office, they feel empowered to do their best work. Tuning into people’s psyche to design comprehensive & inclusive benefits that support their complete selves is how organisations can build an all-encompassing culture of wellbeing, community & connection.

AI is causing a paradigm shift in conventional learning techniques, with personalised learning paths, adaptable evaluations, & witty feedback quickly becoming the new norm. By tapping into the power of cutting-edge technologies & machine learning algorithms, AI is shaking up traditional learning methods. It's all about analysing heaps of data to revolutionise the way we educate, making learning experiences more effective & engaging.

Drawing on his extensive experience and insights, Dr Shashi Tharoor will delve into the various challenges facing the global workforce, from the disruptive impact of technology on employment to the need for constant skill development. Join the session as he shares his learnings from his tenure as a senior UN official and sheds light on how we can design a future of work that is not only equitable but also aligned with the broader goals of sustainable development.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in a utopian world, free of bias, prejudices and discrimination? In this session, you get a glimpse into what AI and automation in hiring and recruitment can do. From saving time and money, building predictive talent profiles, enhancing employee experience, improving diversity and reducing attrition - the future is here and now!

Gene editing technologies such as CRISPR in personalised medicine, a new targeted approach towards the right patient to get the right treatment at the right time, bring down the cost of overall healthcare. What kind of implications will it have on employee benefits, wellness programs and medical leave policies?

Quantum computing with qbits might become the strongest possible weapon in talent management, with its ability to assist in everything – from finding the best hires for teams to suggesting profiles that teams can optimise and essentially changing the way organisations recruit. Thus far, we’ve seen that the ambitions for quantum computing exceed its realised impact and as it matures, the breakthroughs will be no less than revolutionary.

Traditional approaches to Compensation & Benefits appear insufficient to attract top talent today. How do we design a modern C&B value proposition that takes care of the whole person – from nurturing their financial and physical wellbeing to offering family care support?

Our mind often wanders towards the future or the past. But happiness, creativity and deepest connections occur when we're fully present. And for a CHRO, being fully present can help him/her become a better version of themselves. In this workshop, you will learn mindfulness and somatic practices that help cultivate greater presence and resilience in the face of stress and uncertainty.

Can you imagine a world where AI has no human prejudices and there is unprecedented diversity and socioeconomic inclusion? But before we can embrace the power and potential of AI, we need to shift our focus from developing more ethical HR processes and systems to developing more ethical AI.

Changing technology, business conditions and workforces are some of the reasons many HR teams will want to create a new HR strategy. But, crafting an effective and relevant strategy requires some preparation. Join HR consultant and industry analyst Brian Sommer, in this masterclass session, as he steps through the preparation lessons and best practices he recommends based on numerous client interactions. In this Master Class, you’ll gain insights into the new strategic issues you should anticipate and find the answers the Executive Committee and Board will expect from you.

Founder & President

Three years into a global pandemic, old patterns of doing business are no longer effective in delivering the desired impact, as sophisticated technologies emerge and human behaviour undergoes changes. A march toward such a complex future will inevitably be bumpy and requires reinventing how the HR function operates. Based on reviews of emerging HR operating models and extensive research this masterclass, designed for CHROs and senior functional heads, will provide a comprehensive list of 10 criteria for an effective HR function.  We will explore how each of these 10 criteria can be improved with specific action plans as HR becomes a contributor to value creation.

Experience a unique, communication and problem-solving technique for yourself, your team and your business. Let's play with a purpose, to experience and understand the Power of "hand knowledge", grounded in the scientific disciplines of Neuroscience, Flow and Imagination. Create endless possibilities!

Are you ready to re-think your talent acquisition process with the power of AI? Join us for an exclusive session to explore how ChatGPT can be your trusted co-pilot in the recruitment journey.
In this session, we'll showcase various real-life examples of how ChatGPT has been used in talent acquisition to drive results and optimize recruitment processes. Bring your laptops and an open mind as we take you on a journey to explore the cutting-edge applications of AI in recruitment.