Keynote
Speakers

Opening General Session

Tuesday, May 13 | 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Smiley Poswolsky
Workplace Belonging Expert, Thought Leader, and Author

“The Power of Belonging and Human Connection”

In a lonely, nonstop, overwhelmed workplace – as time spent face-to-face has been replaced with wall-to-wall Zoom meetings, 24/7 Teams messages, and the rapid rise of AI and ChatGPT – workplace belonging has withered. During this session, Smiley will share an interactive exercise for fostering team engagement and psychological safety, as well as practical tools and actionable habits to foster more human connection in every stage of the employee experience. Leave with an easy-to-use, action-based toolkit to create a culture of human connection for your people, your customers, and your company.

FOS: Personnel/Human Resources/1.0 RCH/1.0 CPE credit

Sponsored by:

“Future of Work and Pay”
General Session

Wednesday, May 14 | 9:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

John Sanei
Global Futurist, Business Strategist, and Best-Selling Author

“AI’s Impact on the Workplace: Challenges and Opportunities”

New developments in artificial intelligence are changing the face of work forever. In this keynote presentation, John will teach you how to adapt and evolve with this technology, instead of resisting its progress. Learn about the potential benefits and challenges that AI may bring and gain a better understanding of how to prepare for and adapt to these changes. This session will explore topics such as automating tasks, improving decision-making, and enhancing customer experiences, as well as highlighting case studies to demonstrate how AI can be applied in business settings.

FOS: Information Technology/1.0 RCH/1.0 CPE credit

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Closing General Session

Thursday, May 15 | 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Christine Cashen, CSP, CPAE
Hilarious Hall of Fame Speaker and Author

“Game On: Power Up with Energy, Attitude, and Innovative Ideas!”

Burnout might be calling, but it’s game on! Christine’s high-energy keynote will reveal real sources of power (spoiler: it’s not the double-shot latte) and show you how to keep your energy and attitude at peak levels. With humor and practical takeaways, you’ll discover how to uplift yourself—and everyone around you—with purpose, positivity, and resilience. Get ready to recharge, take control of your emotional game, and master creative strategies to stay fired up, unstoppable, and ready to win every day!

FOS: Personal Development/1.0 RCH/1.0 CPE credit