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Discussion Table 1: From Hype to Results - Real World AI in HR
Explore how organisations are moving beyond theory to achieve tangible results with AI.
- What are the most impactful ways AI is transforming HR processes today?
- How can organisations overcome barriers to successfully implement AI-driven HR solutions?
Facilitator:
With 25 years of experience living and working across five continents, I’ve spent my career solving complex Global HR Technology and Data challenges. After 15 years building increasingly large and complex global HRIS systems, I became frustrated by the disconnect between the data HR was collecting and the business’s need to drive revenue, engagement, and performance.
That frustration led me to dedicate the past 11 years to People Analytics — creating solutions that help HR, business leaders, and employees make informed decisions based on accurate, relevant, and timely data. Whether developing a world leading Organisational Network Analytics product, leading Deloitte Australia's People Analytics capability or now at Rio Tinto, my focus has remained the same: enabling sustained and measurable business impact.
At Rio Tinto, I bring passionate HR professionals together with our super-smart analytics team, helping ideas spark and grow. What drives me is showing the real impact of that connection — turning energy and expertise into stories leaders can act on, and proving the value it creates for people and the business.
Discussion Table 2: Leadership Capability and Development: Building Agile and Resilient Leaders
Discuss robust frameworks and practical pathways to prepare leaders and managers to navigate change, lead hybrid teams, and foster organisational agility.
- What frameworks and strategies are most effective for building leadership capability to meet tomorrow’s business challenges?
- How can organisations best prepare leaders to manage hybrid teams and drive transformation in a rapidly evolving environment?
- What practical development pathways can ensure leaders are equipped to handle ongoing change and uncertainty?
Discussion Table 3: The Evolution of Performance Management: Modern Approaches to Measuring and Improving Employee Performance
Discover how agile, real-time feedback and coaching are transforming performance management beyond the traditional annual review.
- What are the key challenges and benefits of moving from annual performance reviews to a continuous feedback model?
- How can HR leaders implement real-time coaching and agile performance management systems to drive employee engagement and growth?
- What strategies ensure continuous feedback is meaningful, actionable, and aligned with organisational goals?
Discussion Table 4: Inclusive by Design: Embedding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Across the Employee Journey
Explore how organisations can prioritise DEIB, harnessing technology to reduce bias, and weaving inclusion into every stage of the employee experience.
- What practical steps can HR leaders take to embed DEIB throughout the entire employee lifecycle?
- How can technology be leveraged to identify and reduce bias in recruitment, development, and advancement?
- What metrics and strategies best measure progress and ensure accountability in DEIB initiatives?
Discussion Table 5: Beyond Compliance – Proactive Strategies for Psychosocial Hazards and Workplace Wellbeing
Uncover effective tools and approaches to identify, manage, and mitigate psychosocial risks while fostering healthy workplace relationships and holistic employee well-being.
- What practical strategies can HR leaders implement to proactively identify and address psychosocial hazards in the workplace?
- Which tools and metrics are most effective for monitoring psychosocial risks and measuring the impact of wellbeing initiatives?
- What legal updates can we expect in workplace health and safety and how can organisations remain compliant?
Discussion Table 6: Mitigating Risk – Navigating the Changing Legal Landscape
Stay ahead of regulatory risks by understanding and implementing the latest employment law and compliance requirements.
- What are the biggest risks for employers arising from recent legislative changes in employment law?
- What changes can we expect in the next 6-12 months?
- How can organisations build a culture of accountability and transparency amid evolving legal requirements?
Discussion Table 7: Change Leadership –Driving Organisational Agility
Discover best practices for leading change, empowering teams, and leveraging technology to foster agility and resilience during transitions and rapid growth.
- What are the most effective strategies for building a change-ready culture that supports both managers and employees through transformation?
- How can HR leaders leverage technology to manage change fatigue and drive successful organisational agility?
- What lessons can be learned from recent leadership transitions or periods of rapid growth to strengthen future change management efforts?
Discussion Table 8: Winning the Race for Talent – Attraction and Retention Strategies in a Competitive Market
Explore how HR leaders can harness technology for skills-based hiring, predictive retention strategies, and employer branding to attract and keep top talent in a competitive market.
- How can HR technology and predictive analytics be used to enhance both talent acquisition and retention outcomes?
- What are the most effective strategies for building a compelling employer brand that stands out in today’s talent market?
- How can organisations shift to skills-based hiring to better align talent with evolving business needs?
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Discussion Table 9: Redefining Work – Best Practices for Hybrid and Remote Success
Unpack strategies for designing, managing, and enabling hybrid and flexible work models that boost collaboration, productivity, and organisational culture.
- What are the key challenges and best practices for designing and managing successful hybrid and flexible work arrangements?
- How can technology be leveraged to enhance collaboration and maintain a strong organisational culture in distributed teams?
- What metrics and tools can HR leaders use to measure productivity and engagement in hybrid and remote work environments?
Discussion Table 10: Beyond Engagement: Redefining the Employee Experience
Explore innovative strategies to enhance every stage of the employee experience, driving engagement, retention, and organisational success.
- What are the most effective ways to measure and improve employee experience across the entire employee lifecycle?
- How can HR leaders personalise the employee experience to boost engagement and retention in a diverse workforce?
- What role does technology play in shaping a seamless and meaningful employee experience?