HR Innovation Stage
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Step into the HR Innovation Stage—where essential tech meets real-world impact, and the hype gets left at the door. Inspired by the energy and authenticity of SXSW, this is where forward-thinking HR leaders and trailblazing tech innovators collide to share what’s actually working in the world of work. Forget the buzzwords and empty promises; here, you’ll get an inside look at the cutting-edge tools and platforms that are genuinely transforming how organizations attract, engage, and empower their people. Hear candid stories and bold ideas from those who are using technology to drive business results, elevate culture, and create workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you’re ready to cut through the noise and discover the practical innovations shaping the future of HR, the HR Innovation Stage is your front-row seat to what’s next.
Registration opens
Opening remarks from the Chairperson
FIRESIDE CHAT: Pulse Check – How AI Can Retain Your Best Talent
Explore how advanced AI tools are transforming employee engagement by analysing sentiment, feedback, and behavioural data to reveal hidden trends and early warning signs of disengagement. This session will showcase how HR leaders can leverage AI-driven insights to proactively address issues, personalise interventions, and foster a culture of high engagement and retention.
PANEL: Workforce Intelligence: Powering Decisions with HR Analytics
HR leaders are in a unique position to provide valuable business insights for leadership through workforce data. How can HR teams make the most out of the data available? Gain practical takeaways on leveraging HR data to increase productivity and answer the most pressing questions from the C-suite.
Ramiro Roman
Morning tea and refreshments break
Future-Proof HR: Building a Smarter Tech Ecosystem
Discover how investing in integrated, user-friendly HR tech ecosystems empowers HR leaders to drive business value and foster innovation. This session will explore how advanced platforms enable data-driven decisions, streamline operations, and position HR as a true strategic partner in organisational success.
HR Leaders Unplugged: Discussion Tables
Engage directly with peers to explore current HR challenges and share practical strategies. These sessions offer focused discussions designed to deliver actionable insights for senior HR leaders.
Networking lunch
FIRESIDE CHAT: AI – The Double-Edged Sword for Diversity: Driving Inclusion or Deepening Bias?
AI is transforming the workplace, but is it a force for good—or a risk to fairness? This session dives into the debate: while some argue that AI can reinforce bias, others point to powerful examples of technology breaking down barriers and advancing diversity and inclusion. Join us as we explore both
sides, with real-world stories of AI enabling accessibility and personalising support for underrepresented and neurodiverse talent.
CLOSING KEYNOTE
Main Conference concludes
Prize draw announcements
Expo Passport Grand Prize
Collect all exhibitors’ stamps on the Expo Passport for the chance to win a $5,000 cash prize!
Workshops All Star Grand Prize
Attend all workshops for the chance to win a $5,000 cash prize!
Sponsor Prize Draws
Visit the exhibitors to join prize giveaways!