PRESENTATION  Edman Tam, Workplaces and Wellbeing Lead, WayAhead Topic:       The Changing Landscape of Workplace Wellbeing within Australia   We have all seen how the topic of workplace wellbeing has come to the fore in our industry. This session attempts to give a high-level view as to how this topic has progressed in our sector. By looking at the strategic directions…read more →

PRESENTATION –  Shawn Callahan, Founder of Anecdote   Topic:   Crafting Success: Harnessing Business Storytelling for Culture, Leadership, and Strategy  In 1999, when Shawn started in business storytelling, it was not yet a popular concept and was met with some scepticism. However, over the past 20 years, narrative techniques have become a crucial tool for leaders and salespeople alike. This session will…read more →

PRESENTATION  Abe Sidawy, Learning & Development Manager – StateCover Mutual  Topic:       An Introduction to the NSW Worker’s Compensation Scheme  StateCover Mutual is the only specialist provider of workers compensation, safety and wellbeing solutions tailored to the unique and evolving needs of NSW local government entities. Founded 20 years ago by members for members we are proud to continue to…read more →

PRESENTATION Erin Lynch, Partner, Gadens Topic: Under Investigation: Workplace investigations: when, who and how This session will cover commonly asked and complex questions, including when to investigate, how to investigate internally, and when you need to provide a report. About the Speaker Erin has over 15 years’ experience in employment and workplace relations. Having previously led the workplace team at…read more →

Heizy Serrels, National Manager, Learning & Wellbeing Culture / Senior Psychologist, Centre for Corporate Health Topic:        Psychosocial Hazard Management in the Workplace The session will cover: Discussion of common psychosocial hazards in the workplace How to best manage psychosocial hazards – case study examples Activity: application of approaches to management of common psychosocial hazards About your Presenter Heizy Serrels is…read more →

PRESENTATION Erin Lynch, Partner, Gadens Topic:       The Current HR / Employment Law Landscape: Getting ready for the 2024/2025 Financial Year The new definitions of employees, contractors and casuals Recent decisions on working from home Right to disconnect Trends we are seeing in the employment law market Follow up Questions from Investigations Presentation Q&A About the Speaker Erin has over…read more →

PRESENTATION Andrew Collins, Co-Founder & Rose MacDonald, CEO, Nansen Digital Forensics Topic:     Detection and Management of Technology Facilitated Abuse in staff presenting as experiencing Domestic Violence During the presentation, Andrew/Rose will discuss: Types of technology abuse covering spyware, malicious configuration and cloud compromise How to identify if technology abuse is present What to do and what not to do…read more →

PRESENTATION Yvonne Kelly, CEO, Glow Up Careers Topic: ‘Hire’ Intelligence – Harnessing positive AI for an Inclusive World of Work The changing hiring landscape – how DEI considerations vs skills gaps are starting to align How AI has been used/misused in hiring to date Inclusive hiring technology, frameworks, and application pathways Opportunity cost of not adapting hiring with new-mindset parameters…read more →