Agenda
Workday Elevate Auckland
Tuesday 10 June 2025
09:00am–05:00pm NZST
Viaduct Events Centre Auckland
Here's your personal timetable for the day.
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Registration opens
Get ready to join us at Workday Elevate Auckland. Check in at our registration kiosk, grab your lanyard and a coffee as we begin the day.
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Welcome
Join us as we kick off Workday Elevate.
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The Agentic AI opportunity: lifting productivity for better economic, business and employee outcomes
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Jo-Anne Ruhl
Managing Director and Vice President, Australia and New Zealand, Workday
In a business environment where productivity is constraining economic and business growth, we have an unprecedented opportunity to augment employee productivity with digital labor, in the form of AI & Agentic AI. By adopting an AI-mindset, we stand to reap the gains on offer from AI, and avoid the fear-based narratives. Now is the time to prepare your organisation for this seismic workforce shift, examine the reskilling and workforce planning required, and explore how you will take your organisation on the journey.
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Forward thinker customer keynote and fireside chat
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Jonathan Brabant
New Zealand Director, Workday
Discover how forward thinkers are turning change into a catalyst for growth. Hear a firsthand account of a successful transformation and gain valuable insights into building a culture of adaptability in this fireside chat.
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More than just a coffee break: Morning tea in the discovery zone
Join us in the discovery zone for a morning tea experience that's as interactive as it is invigorating. Network with peers, engage with Workday experts and explore the latest innovations while savouring delicious refreshments. This is the perfect opportunity to connect, collaborate and kick start your day in the heart of the action.
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- Finance
- Technology
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Thought leadership sessions
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Allyson Skene
Vice President, Global Product Vision and Strategy, Asia Pacific and Japan, Workday
The future of work is here, and it's being driven by the rise of AI and the need for agile, skills-based organisations.
This session provides Australian HR leaders with a roadmap for understanding the key challenges and opportunities for HR leaders, driving strategic workforce planning to ensure you have the right talent, in the right place, at the right time, embracing AI to automate, augment, and enhance HR functions, and building a culture of continuous learning and skills development to thrive in a disrupted world.
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Future proof your workforce
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Allyson Skene
Vice President, Global Product Vision and Strategy, Asia Pacific and Japan, Workday
Rapid business change requires agile workforces. Learn to leverage AI tools for streamlined workflows, personalised development, and talent discovery. We'll cover best practices for fostering continuous learning and collaboration, enabling you to navigate disruption and build a resilient, future-ready workforce.
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Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and exploration in the discovery zone
Join us for lunch in the discovery zone. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders, and connect with fellow attendees. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
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Datacom partner session
Learn how Workday partners are empowering organisations to embrace the future. Discover innovative solutions and hear real-world success stories in this insightful session.
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Customer conversations
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Andrew Phipps
Director, Human Resources, University of Auckland
Learn how leading organisations are embracing HR transformation to drive success. Hear their stories and gain valuable insights in this informative session.
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CFO ADAPT Insights: 3 things top performers do for the most success in AI
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Dr. Michael Kollo
Director of AI, ADAPT
Drawing on ADAPT's recent research on Agentic and GenAI across 800 Australian business leaders, Dr Michael will explore the key factors that contribute to AI success for CFOs.
AI is now a strategic priority with 70% of respondents planning to increase their investment, however, only 25% of organisations have automated workflows, highlighting a gap between AI readiness and actual implementation.
Learn the 3 things top performers do for AI success, how to track long-term value and ROI, and which internal measures set the leaders apart.
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Moving the office of the CFO forever forward
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Andrew Kershaw
Group General Manager, Office of the CFO Products, Workday
The potential for accounting and procurement teams to make strategic business impact has never been greater. Together, we’re charting a course to unlock this potential and harness the power of data, people and processes. Join this session to learn about the latest enhancements in AI, analytics and user experience – and see where we’re heading in the future.
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Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and exploration in the discovery zone
Join us for lunch in the discovery zone. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders, and connect with fellow attendees. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
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Accenture partner session
Learn how Workday partners are empowering organisations to embrace the future. Discover innovative solutions and hear real-world success stories in this insightful session.
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Customer conversations
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Debbie Starnes
Head of Finance Transformation, Heartland Bank
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Kristeen McCarthy
Senior Value Manager, Workday
Learn how leading organisations are embracing Finance transformation to drive success. Hear their stories and gain valuable insights in this informative session.
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Riding the next wave: Agentic AI and the future of business with Workday Illuminate
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Shan Moorthy
Chief Technology Officer, Asia Pacific, Workday
Businesses stand at the edge of a powerful new transformation—one driven by Agentic AI and defined by unprecedented speed, scale, and adaptability.
In this session, we’ll explore how to make the critical decisions today that will set your organisation up for success tomorrow. Cut through the hype to understand the real potential of Agentic AI, and discover how Workday Illuminate is a strategic catalyst in navigating this next era of intelligent enterprise.
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Strategy and vision sessions
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Adam Krebet
Business Architect, Workday
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Aurelie Elliot
Senior Manager, Solution Consulting Business & Enterprise Architecture, Workday
Gain valuable insights and actionable strategies for building a forward-thinking technology organisation. This session explores the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of business transformation.
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Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and exploration in the discovery zone
Join us for lunch in the discovery zone. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders, and connect with fellow attendees. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
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Partner sessions
Learn how Workday partners are empowering organisations to embrace the future. Discover innovative solutions and hear real-world success stories in this insightful session.
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Customer conversations
Learn how leading organisations are embracing IT transformation to drive success. Hear their stories and gain valuable insights in this informative session.
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Reflection and recharge: Afternoon tea in the discovery zone
Take a pause and reflect on the day's insights with afternoon tea in the discovery zone. Connect with fellow attendees, share key takeaways and recharge before the closing keynote.
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Closing keynote
Join us for a closing keynote that promises to deliver exclusive insights and an unparalleled surge of energy. Prepare to be captivated by a dynamic presentation that will leave you feeling inspired.
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Customer award winner and closing remarks
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Jo-Anne Ruhl
Managing Director and Vice President, Australia and New Zealand Workday
Get ready, its time to announce our customer award winner onstage who will travel to Workday’s flagship event Rising and represent New Zealand. Finally Jo-Anne will close the event for the day, then its time to enjoy the after-party!
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Discovery zone
Step into a world of innovation and exploration at the heart of Workday Elevate. The discovery zone is your gateway to immersive experiences, interactive demos, and connections with Workday experts, customers and partners. Discover how Workday solutions are transforming businesses, explore real-world success stories and engage with the technologies shaping the future of work. Don't just hear about innovation, experience it firsthand.
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Discovery theatre
Step into the discovery theatre for focused sessions that illuminate the power of Workday solutions. This is your opportunity to deepen your understanding and unlock the full potential of our innovative platform.
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Unwind and connect: The Workday Elevate Auckland after-party
Don't miss the ultimate networking event! Join us in the discovery zone for an evening of drinks, delicious bites and entertainment. Relax, unwind, and connect with peers, partners and Workday leaders as we close the day.