Achieving effective upskilling and digital dexterity: How can better learning programs enable individuals to apply creativity, critical thinking and problem solving?

According to a 2022 Gallup poll, in the US alone, just over a third of workers are engaged in their jobs, the lowest number in a decade. Investing in personal and professional development of employees is critical from both a talent recruitments and employee retention perspective. More and more businesses need to reskill their employees as technology and digital transformations radically change how we work, where we work and even what work entails.

Furthermore, the pandemic has exposed management to new layers of complexity and pressure which requires leaders to transition their skills from managing employee performance to performance coaching. 

But is the responsibility all on the organization and their leaders? What role does the individual play in this effort?

Sonia Malik will share how IBM is striving to upskill 30 million external individuals by 2030 through open access to learning and deeper level programming. This session is a must to understand how to emphasize the value in upskilling and the value the employee will receive as a result.

• Understand how this initiative is addressing the skills gap for the underserved and disadvantaged population globally.
• Learn how IBM is working with external partners who play the role of a first line manager in coaching individuals through their development programs
• How do the learning experiences not only drive skills progression for the learners but also provide employability indicators for potential employers

Sonia Malik

Global Programme Lead, Education and Workforce Development
IBM

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As companies continue to prioritize flexibility through both hybrid and remote working arrangements, current trends in office design including both home office and traditional office environments have emerged. From sustainable solutions to innovative collaboration and co-working spaces, modern office design is evolving to reflect the way top global talent is working now and, will want to work in the future, thus setting employees up for improved performance, engagement, and retention. 

The rising importance of asynchronous communication has positioned the modern office at the apex of technology, data, and workplace design. According to the Future of Work Consortium, which brings together over 100 global companies to research the future of work and work trends, the extraordinary impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been the catalyst for a global reset on work for both talent and corporate leadership. The consortium is seeing hybrid and remote-first models become a unique opportunity to redesign offices to reflect this new change in thinking to work flexibility — a flexibility that allows for more agile, energy-efficient, and productive workplaces. 

Understand how commercial office spaces and residential construction are increasingly adapting to global talent’s new preference for hybrid and remote-first work models. You will learn more about: 

• Sustainable and energy-efficient office design trends.
• The connection between hybrid and remote office spaces that prioritize health and wellness and employee engagement and retention. 
• What collaborative workspaces of the future will look like?

Matt C. Kroos

Regional Sales Director
Globalization Partners

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Menopause impacts 20% of today’s workforce—many of whom are at the height of their careers. Despite its prevalence, many employees are dealing with serious symptoms in silence. Join Maven to learn how this phase of life is impacting your employees and what leading companies like Sanofi are doing to provide lasting support.

In addition to nearly 50% of menopausal employees taking sick days, almost 20% have actually quit or considered quitting their job due to symptoms. Creating a supportive work environment is not only essential for the health and well-being of your employees, it’s key to attracting and retaining top leaders.

This session will explore:

• The impact of menopause on employee mental health and productivity
• Why leading organizations are investing in menopause care
• How you can support your employees through this phase of life

Maryann Watson

Vice President of Client Success and Strategic Partnerships
Maven Clinic

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Dr. Alissa Erogbogbo

Medical Director
Maven Clinic

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Ayelet Mosaffi

Director of Total Well Being
Sanofi

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We are in a workers’ market – an era where being “ghosted” by the candidate the morning of the interview is now common. Very frustrating for you and your management, delays to your recruitment drive and the temptation increases to stick with the employees you have despite there being a talent gap.

• Are you offering attractive benefits & packages which are reflective of the modern worker beyond the option of remote working i.e. longer paternity leave, childcare support, wellness days etc..?

• How can you make your employees your best brand advocates? Do you have internal hiring practices and reward schemes to motivate your employees to bring new talent to the business? 

• Winning over the “giggers” – The Gig economy will continue to grow over the next decade as workers seek further autonomy and variety in their work. What benefits & packages can you provide to tap into this increasing talent pool?

Gayatheri Silvakumer

Chief Talent Officer APAC
McCann Worldgroup

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