Pick up your badge, grab some breakfast, and begin the conversation! The Opening Main Stage will begin promptly at 8:30AM.

Breakfast Menu

• Season's Best Sliced Melons and Berries
• Selection of Artisan Baked Seasonal Danishes, Croissants, Breakfast Breads and Muffins
• Hard Boiled Eggs with Sea Salt
• Kashi Organic & Kellogg's Smart Start Cereals
  • Milks: Whole, 2%, Oat, and Skim
• Assortment of Fruit Flavored and Greek Yogurt
  • House Made Granola

Beverages

• Assorted Juices, Coffee and Hot Tea

Work doesn’t work like it used to.

For most of us, work has been designed around a centralized, often physical, structure. Employees commuted to office spaces, tackled a list of prescribed tasks, and aimed to climb the corporate ladder—with tenure and titles as the ultimate markers of success.

Today, work is fundamentally different. Remote work has become the norm. Employees are more likely to set their own tasks, and few have a desire to climb the corporate ladder, preferring to create their own “ladder” instead. As work evolves, so must the roles of Total Rewards and HR professionals. They now face the challenge—and opportunity—of adapting to this shifting landscape and develop new approaches to respond, react, and reset work in this new context. Employees expect more from their employers than ever before. This moment demands innovative approaches to elevate employee experiences and help organizations thrive.

Two key forces are set to reshape work for the foreseeable future: data and rewards. In a personalized, on-demand, 24/7 world of work that often operates far outside traditional structures, having the right data and rewards is critical.

Let’s explore the current world of work and uncover actionable strategies for Total Rewards and HR professionals to lead confidently into the future of work. 

Organizations committed to pay equity invest significant resources into remediation efforts, but how can they measure the true impact of these initiatives? In this session, experts from Aon and Trusaic will explore best practices for assessing the effectiveness of pay equity remediation.

Key Takeaways

•  Evaluating the outcomes of remediation efforts on workforce pay equity
•  Applying methodologies for measuring and reporting pay equity progress
•  Identifying persistent disparities and strategies for continuous improvement
• Leveraging data analytics for real-time pay equity assessment
• Establishing sustainable practices for long-term pay equity success

This session will provide a strategic roadmap for HR and compensation leaders seeking to refine their pay equity strategies, enhance compliance, and drive meaningful, measurable change.

Sponsored by: Trusaic

Pay equity isn’t just a compliance issue—it’s a critical business imperative that impacts engagement, retention, and your organization’s reputation. But how do you determine if a pay equity issue exists? And once identified, what’s the right course of action to address disparities effectively?

This session will be an open dialogue—come ready to share your insights, challenges, and strategies for building and maintaining pay equity in your organization.

When Tennant asked its employees about their strong retention rates and workplace experiences, one unexpected word stood out: “Nice.”

Inititally puzzled, Tennant soon realized that its culture—one where people genuinely enjoy working together—was the key to employee satisfaction.

Embracing this insight, Tennant partnered with Mercer to craft an Employee Value Proposition (EVP) that authentically captured the essence of “niceness” while driving the energy and focus needed for future growth.
In this session, discover how understanding the core of your company culture can inspire a compelling EVP that resonates with your workforce and attracts top talent.

Key Takeaways

• Learn a structured process for gathering valuable insights into your company's culture.
• Identify key attraction points that make your organization appealing to current and prospective employees.

What do you need to do to reset and refresh for the second half of the day? Take time to enjoy lunch, check-in at work, and then (if you're ready) participate in a couple optional activities.

Lunch Menu

• Smoked Tomato & Baby Potato Chowder | Toasted Sourdough Crostini
• Market Salad | Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Shaved cucumbers, Carrots, Feta Cheese, Croutons, Ranch & Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Mezze Rigatoni Pasta Salad | Basil Pesto, Cherry Tomatoes, Arugula
• Cold Hand-Crafted Sandwiches
  • Boar's Head Smoke Master Ham | Swiss Cheese, Whole Grain Mustard, Bread & Butter Pickles, Shredded Lettuce, Tomatoes, on Brioche Bun
  • Boar's Head Buffalo Chicken Salad Wrap | Buffalo Ranch, Heirloom Tomatoes, Shaved Celery & Carrots, Spring Greens, Whole Grain Wrap
• Hot Hand-Crafted Sandwiches
  • Boar's Head Smoked Turkey Melt | Cheddar Cheese, Whole Grain Mustard, Bread & Butter Pickles, Chipotle Aioli
  • Roasted Mushroom Focaccia | Herbed Goat Cheese, Arugula, Roasted Tomatoes on Focaccia
• House Made Barbecue Potato Chips
• Vanilla Bean Cake | Caramel & Raspberry Sauce
• S'mores Shoother | Milk chocoate, Toasted Marshmallow

The employee benefits landscape is rapidly evolving, and embracing innovative healthcare solutions is crucial for organizational success. This session will provide critical insights into the future of benefits, showcasing how models like Frontier Direct Care are reshaping the industry.

Key Topics will include:

• Innovative Healthcare Models: Discover how Frontier Direct Care is revolutionizing healthcare by offering high-quality, accessible, and affordable care, enhancing employee health while reducing costs.
• Practical Implementation Strategies: Gain actionable steps to seamlessly integrate direct care into your benefits package, maximizing value for employees and improving overall engagement.

By adapting to these trends, your organization can elevate employee well-being, improve operational efficiency, and maintain a competitive edge in today’s evolving market.
 

Key Takeaways

• Understand the latest developments in employee benefits and their impact on organizational strategy.
• Learn how direct care models like Frontier Direct Care deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare.
• Discover strategies to implement direct primary care, enhancing employee health and reducing overall healthcare expenses.

Join us for an interactive roundtable discussion where industry peers come together to navigate the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment regulations. This engaging session offers a unique opportunity to share insights, ask questions, and explore strategies for compliance and adaptation in a collaborative setting. Gain diverse perspectives, exchange best practices, and leave with actionable takeaways to help your organization stay ahead in an evolving regulatory environment. Come ready to participate, connect, and contribute to the conversation!

A CHRO and a CFO walk into a conference room… and tackle one of the biggest challenges in workforce planning: aligning compensation management with headcount planning.

Join CHRO, Paige Maisonet, and CEO/Compensation and FP&A expert, Haris Ikram, for an insightful and engaging discussion on how organizations of all sizes can align talent planning with financial goals to drive growth and efficiency.

Through real-world examples and practical strategies, you’ll discover how to:

• Break down silos between HR and Finance to create seamless collaboration.
• Build agile workforce plans that adapt to business needs.
• Optimize compensation structures to support smarter, data-driven decision-making.

If you’re ready to revolutionize your workforce planning strategy, this session is your blueprint for success!

Key Takeaways

• Identify and avoid common pitfalls, such as over-hiring or misaligned compensation plans, to support long-term performance.
• Develop compensation structures that attract top talent while balancing cost control and equity.
• Discover strategies to foster collaboration between HR, Finance, and Recruiting for smarter decision-making.
• Utilize actionable tools to enhance headcount and compensation strategies for effective workforce planning.
   

Join us for an interactive roundtable where we’ll tackle the challenges and opportunities of designing inclusive benefits for a multigenerational workforce. Engage in dynamic discussions with peers, share insights on evolving employee expectations, and explore innovative strategies for balancing diverse needs. This session is your opportunity to exchange ideas, gain fresh perspectives, and walk away with actionable takeaways to enhance your benefits strategy. Come ready to participate and collaborate!

As we wrap up an incredible event, this closing session will help you connect the dots between key themes, insights, and strategies from the past few days. Together, we’ll reflect on the most impactful takeaways—from shaping an authentic EVP and advancing pay equity to evolving benefits strategies and aligning compensation with workforce planning. Through guided discussion and shared perspectives, you will:

• Identify the most valuable insights from the sessions.
• Define key actions to bring back to your organization.
• Engage with peers to exchange ideas and best practices.

Leave feeling empowered and equipped to apply what you’ve learned, driving real impact in your organization and beyond.

What was your main take-away from the day? End your day ensuring you've engaged with a new thought, a new experience, and a new connection!

Social Hour Menu

• Chips & Dips
  • Local Corn Tortilla Chips
  • House Made Potato Chips
  • Queso Blanco
  • BBQ Ranch Dip
  • Roasted Red Salsa
  • Homemade Guacamole