18 November 2025 10:15 - 10:45
Beyond the paycheck: Building an employee experience that compensates for more than just salary
Compensation will get people in the door. Culture is what keeps them. In high cost markets where talent competition is relentless, the organizations winning on retention are building an employee experience that goes far beyond salary.
This session explores how organizations can move beyond compensation-led thinking to build a cohesive employee experience that reflects cultural identity and business strategy.
Drawing on a service-driven organization where “people are the product,” Tina Hempel (TUV SUD) examines how operating model design, leadership alignment, and experience architecture directly shape retention, engagement, and performance outcomes.
Key Takeaways:
- How to connect compensation strategy with cultural identity to improve retention outcomes
- How employee experience design becomes a measurable business differentiator
- How operating models and change management shape engagement, performance, and scalability