Conference Agenda
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Time
Session
Speakers
Venue
Registration
Shaun Tooray
Cheyne Fitchet
10:15
Beyond the Spreadsheet: Building the Future of Work with AI-Driven HR
Francesc Rul·lan
Gallagher Convention Centre
Coffee Break
10:50
Panel: Future-Ready Talent: How Technology Is Redefining Recruitment, Learning and Career Growth
Dereck Sigamoney
Nina Sternberg
Azaqiqe Mkosana
Nadia Leita
Kudzai Kanyangarara
Gallagher Convention Centre
11:30
How AI Is Transforming HR: From Administration to Strategic Decision-Making
Poloko John Ntshatsha
Gallagher Convention Centre
Doug Strycharczyk
12:10
Leading People Through Transformation: Lessons from One of South Africa's Largest Employers
Valisha Naidoo
Gallagher Convention Centre
12:30
Change Management and User Adoption: The Human Side of HR Technology Implementation.
Dr Angie Ontong
Gallagher Convention Centre
Lunch
14:00
The Future of Recruitment: How AI is Reshaping Hiring
Michelle Bedford-Shaw
Gallagher Convention Centre
14:20
Closing The Loop On Workplace Wellbeing: Measure, Reset, Remeasure
Bridget Hall
Gallagher Convention Centre
14:40
Building a Motivated, Resilient Workforce Through Technology & Culture
Ntokozo Bhengu
Gallagher Convention Centre
15:15
Panel: Building the Workforce of tomorrow: What HR Leaders Need to Do Today
Sabelo Myeni
Delfina Franco
Gallagher Convention Centre
Hywel George
Closing Remarks
Networking