27 May 2026 09:45 - 10:30
Panel - The human-tech equilibrium: Redefining people strategy in an AI-first future
Organisations are comfortable with traditional ways of working, but AI and automation are reshaping how decisions are made, how work gets done, and what the People function is responsible for.
This panel explores how leaders are navigating that shift in practice. Where technology genuinely improves speed, scale, and decision-making, and where human judgement, trust, and accountability must remain central.
Rather than focusing on tools, the discussion looks at how People leaders are redefining roles, responsibilities, and operating models to drive meaningful change without eroding trust, culture, or compliance.
Key Takeaways
- How leaders decide where AI and automation should lead, and where human judgement must remain
- How to maintain trust, culture, and ethical standards while introducing new technologies, including managing risk and bias
- How roles, responsibilities, and operating models are shifting as AI becomes embedded in how organisations run
27 May 2026 16:00 - 16:30
Future-proofing people ops: Leadership capabilities for what’s coming next
This session explores the skills, mindsets, and capabilities leaders need to thrive in 2026 and beyond, from navigating technological disruption to driving organisational change and embedding strategic value across the business.
Key Takeaways:
- Identifying the core leadership skills for future-ready People Ops
- Developing a mindset for agility, innovation, and influence
- Leading teams through change while maintaining operational excellence
Join to discover how to evolve your function, empower your teams, and lead People Ops into the future with confidence.