DISRUPTION – INNOVATION – RESILIENCE

June 4, 2024 | The International Centre Mississauga
#HRTechSummitCA
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  • 5.2 Credits

ABOUT


With the HR industry facing economic uncertainty, disruptive trends, and technological advancements, HR leaders need to be informed and at the forefront of tech innovation. The HR Tech Summit Canada explores the latest innovations in HR tech and is designed to give attendees the knowledge and skills to stand at the forefront of technological advancement.

Featuring influential speakers, a robust agenda, and the opportunity to network with the industry’s best; The summit is your opportunity to enhance your HR practice, master the top tech in the industry, and stay ahead of the curve while navigating the industry’s ever-changing landscapes.

Register now and elevate your HR strategy, overcome economic challenges, and future-proof your organization with the proper tech and tools that will shape the future of the HR industry.

Why attend?

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    Connect and Equip: Engage with Canada’s top HR professionals to gain the latest insights and tools for overcoming disruption

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    Practical Insight: Receive actionable strategies and insights into innovative business models and HR solutions to plan and enhance your company’s HR strategy

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    Cutting-Edge Technology: Explore two dedicated tech talk sessions showcasing the latest technologies set to revolutionize HR practices

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    Exclusive Networking: Participate in informal networking coffee talks to exchange ideas with HR leaders from across the country

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    Success Stories: Learn from top HR executives sharing their experiences and strategies for navigating the future of HR tech

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

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    Navigating Economic Uncertainty: Strategies for leveraging HR technology to drive growth and remain competitive in challenging times

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    AI Integration: Practical ways to incorporate artificial intelligence into your HR processes and decision-making

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    Innovative HR Approaches: Developing new models for talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development

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    Skills and Development: How to identify skill gaps and invest in internal development to ensure a clear, engaging career path for employees

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    Wellbeing Strategies: Crafting comprehensive employee wellbeing strategies that prioritize mental health and job satisfaction

SPEAKERS


Marissa Andrada
Marissa Andrada

Chief Transformation Officer
WUF World

Gren Austin
Gren Austin

Head of Wealthsimple Work
Wealthsimple

Adam Benn
Adam Benn

Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
VHA Home HealthCare

Danielle Bushen
Danielle Bushen

Global Head People Analytics Data Governance and Stewardship
Sanofi

Tennyson	Devoe
Tennyson Devoe

Vice President, Talent, Safety & Learning
Purolator

Brooke Ferguson
Brooke Ferguson

Chief People Experience Officer
Hudson’s Bay Company

Leigh-Ann Ing
Leigh-Ann Ing

Head of Wellness
Gowling WLG

Daniel Spadafora
Daniel Spadafora

Associate Vice President, HR Technology, Analytics, and Operations
Co-operators

Annabella Tamburro
Annabella Tamburro

Vice President, Human & Corporate Capital
Canso Investment Council

Konstantin Tskhay
Konstantin Tskhay

Managing Partner & Founder
Tskhay & Associates

Christine	Wilson
Christine Wilson

Chief Talent & Enablement Officer
OMD Canada

Travis Windling
Travis Windling

Director, Talent Acquisition Strategy & Insights
RBC

AGENDA


All times in ET
  • Registration & breakfast
  • Opening remarks from chairperson
  • Keynote – HR and its role in delivering growth in a challenging environment

    In the face of increasing industry disruption, HR is playing an even more important role in shaping organizational strategy, driving innovation and integrating new tools and capabilities. This keynote will look at how HR teams can drive the translation of disruptive tech and new business models into increased productivity and profitability.  

    • Understanding the changing role of HR in C-suite decision making 
    • Leveraging data to make the business case for tech investment 
    • Evolving company culture to manage change and external pressures 
    • Showing how new initiatives have a positive impact across the organization 
    Marissa Andrada
    Marissa Andrada

    Chief Transformation Officer
    WUF World

  • Case study: AI in HR – Understanding its capabilities and how to integrate it

    AI is widely regarded as the ultimate transformative technology, but a multitude of questions remain. How are companies actually using it? How can it be effectively integrated into your organization, and what is it capable of doing? This session will examine some use cases, success stories and lessons learned in the deployment of AI in HR.  

    • An update on the potential of AI to boost productivity and improve employee experience 
    • Understanding which functions AI can support and how to get it up and running 
    • Adopting or developing the right AI solutions to manage risk and ensure security 
    • Managing negative perceptions of AI and ensuring that employees are trained to work with it 
  • Networking coffee break
  • Case study: Evolving job design, skill mapping and internal development

    Companies are under increasing pressure to fill increasing skill gaps caused by a challenging labour market, and to increase engagement with key talent by ensuring they have a clear career path that delivers ongoing skill updates. This session will examine how companies can meet these challenges head on by identifying which skills are needed, assessing new options for filling gaps, and investing in the development of existing talent . 

    • Taking a comprehensive skills inventory to identify gaps and opportunities to fill gaps internally 
    • Shifting the focus from roles to a skills-based approach to workforce management  
    • Upskilling and reskilling employees to meet current and future organizational needs 
    • Understanding the role of AI and automation to support skill assessments and career planning 
    Christine	Wilson
    Christine Wilson

    Chief Talent & Enablement Officer
    OMD Canada

  • Panel: Prioritising a comprehensive approach to wellbeing in your company

    Companies are increasingly operating under the understanding that employee wellbeing is critical to employee experience, and a vital part of ensuring engagement, retention and helping teams reach their full potential. This session will look at new approaches to put well-being first and making the business case for the necessary investment.  

    • An overview of new tools and strategies for delivering a holistic approach to wellbeing 
    • Developing a coordinated approach to physical, mental, social and financial wellbeing 
    • How can culture, working conditions, information and benefits support overall wellbeing? 
    • How can new applications of AI and automation improve wellbeing in your company? 
    Panelists
    Leigh-Ann Ing
    Leigh-Ann Ing

    Head of Wellness
    Gowling WLG

    Gren Austin
    Gren Austin

    Head of Wealthsimple Work
    Wealthsimple

    Brooke Ferguson
    Brooke Ferguson

    Chief People Experience Officer
    Hudson’s Bay Company

  • Networking lunch
  • Case study: Understanding the role of DEIB in change management

    DEIB is proving to be an essential tool in preparing organisations for continuing industry disruption and societal change.  This session will look at how companies need to factor in DEIB in the face of increasing demographic changes including integrating younger and older team members, and an increasingly global workforce.  

    • How can employers support workers at all stages of their careers to support equality and belonging? 
    • Integrating an increasingly diverse workforce, ensuring that everyone is heard and avoiding systemic biases 
    • How can employers better support changing needs of employees including housing and support for dependants? 
    • Reshaping change management and understanding where HR sits in the process of
    Adam Benn
    Adam Benn

    Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
    VHA Home HealthCare

  • Panel: Updating your approach to talent acquisition and retention

    Facing fierce competition for an increasingly global and remote talent pool, companies need to ensure they are successfully communicating their employer brand and reaching the right candidates. This session will provide an update on getting the message right and using the best channels to share it. 

    • Finding the right candidates with the necessary skills for your organization 
    • Effectively communicating your company’s employer brand, culture and working conditions and approach to career development 
    • Leveraging new channels like TikTok and Instagram, and staying on top of new options  
    Panelists
    Travis Windling
    Travis Windling

    Director, Talent Acquisition Strategy & Insights
    RBC

    Tennyson	Devoe
    Tennyson Devoe

    Vice President, Talent, Safety & Learning
    Purolator

  • Networking coffee break
  • Breakout session: Integrating new approaches to hybrid workforce management

    This session will provide attendees an opportunity to look at new approaches to managing hybrid teams, ensuring engagement and equal opportunities, and then discuss them with fellow attendees to share strategies, success stories and lessons learned. 

    Annabella Tamburro
    Annabella Tamburro

    Vice President, Human & Corporate Capital
    Canso Investment Council

  • Panel: HR Analytics – Using data to deliver actionable intelligence

    How do you use data on a day-to-day basis? HR teams are in a unique position to provide valuable business insights for leadership through workforce data, provided that the end product is crafted with purpose and targeted towards getting results. This session will look at how some of the leading companies have successfully leveraged HR data to increase productivity and answer the most pressing questions from the C-suite. 

    • How to put data to good use and deliver a coherent picture of gaps and solutions 
    • How to turn data into strategy in real time to respond to business needs 
    • Ensure that your data collection methods are producing valuable results 
    Panelists
    Danielle Bushen
    Danielle Bushen

    Global Head People Analytics Data Governance and Stewardship
    Sanofi

    Daniel Spadafora
    Daniel Spadafora

    Associate Vice President, HR Technology, Analytics, and Operations
    Co-operators

    Konstantin Tskhay
    Konstantin Tskhay

    Managing Partner & Founder
    Tskhay & Associates

  • Closing remarks from chairperson

SPONSORS


Gold Sponsors

  • Rippling People Center Inc
  • UKG™
  • Wealthsimple Financial

Tech Talk Sponsors

  • Dayforce
  • Sultan Lawyers

Exhibitors

  • Folks HR
  • Sprout
  • Virgin Pulse

VENUE


The International Centre Mississauga

TRAVEL PLANS

Preferred Accommodation

Hotel room rates are subject to all applicable taxes and fees. Rooms are subject to availability in each hotel from June 7 to June 9. We recommend that you book as soon as possible.

FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON TORONTO AIRPORT

6257 Airport Rd, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E4

Room rate: $249, CAD per night

Cut-off date: May 3, 2024

Check in: June 3, 2024

Check out: June 5, 2024

Reservation Link: Book your group rate for HT Tech Summit Canada

Access Code: HR Tech Summit

Holiday Inn Toronto Airport

600 Dixon Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1J1

Room rate: $189, CAD per night 

Cut-off date: May 10, 2024  

Check in: June 3, 2024  

Check out: June 5, 2024 

Reservation Link: Book your group rate for HT Tech Summit Canada

Access Code: HR Tech Summit 

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