Jo-Anne Ruhl
Managing Director and Vice President, Australia and New Zealand, Workday
Agenda
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In person
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Wednesday, 29 April 2026
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New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC)
Here's your personal timetable for the day.
8:15am
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.
9:10am–9:20am
Welcome
9:20am–9:30am
Workday Auckland Executive Keynote
9:30am–10:00am
Workday Innovation Keynote
Andrew Kershaw
General Manager, Office of the CFO, Workday
10:00am–10:10am
Customer Keynote: Assurity
Garth Hamilton
Co-Founder & Managing Director, Assurity Consulting
10:10am–10:20am
Customer Keynote
10:20am–10:40am
Customer Panel
Jonathan Brabant
Senior Regional Sales Director, Workday
Garth Hamilton
Co-Founder & Managing Director, Assurity Consulting
10:40am–11:25am
More than just a coffee break: Morning tea at the Workday World Expo
Join us at the Workday World Expo 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.
11:25am–12:25pm
Strategy & Vision / Demo
12:25pm–1:30pm
Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and Exploration at the Workday World Expo
Join us for lunch at the Workday World Expo and discover a world of possibilities. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders and connect with fellow attendees while enjoying a delightful meal. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
1:30pm–2:00pm
Partner Lens
2:00pm–2:30pm
Customer Deep Dive
Nikki Mackay
Chief People Officer, Farmers Mutual Group
Katie Ham
General Manager - People, Assurity Consulting
11:25am–12:25pm
Strategy & Vision / Demo: A Practical Look at AI Agents in Finance
Hear the latest insights on the state of AI in Finance for 2026, exploring how Workday customers are navigating the shift from simple automation to autonomous agents. You’ll get an early look at upcoming Workday features and releases including Workday Finance Agents, as well as a sneak peek at building a Finance AI Agent.
Luke Bebbington
Strategic Industry Advisor, Workday
Andrew Kershaw
General Manager, Office of the CFO, Workday
12:25pm–1:30pm
Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and Exploration at the Workday World Expo
Join us for lunch at the Workday World Expo and discover a world of possibilities. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders and connect with fellow attendees while enjoying a delightful meal. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
1:30pm–2:00pm
Partner Lens
2:00pm–2:30pm
Customer Deep Dive
Esther Monks
Strategic Industry Advisor, Workday
Greg Garland
General Manager - Commercial Finance, Genesis Energy
Guillem Bonavia
Chief Financial Officer, Shuttlerock
11:25am–12:25pm
Strategy & Vision / Demo
Shan Moorthy
Chief Technology Officer, Asia Pacific, Workday
12:25pm–1:30pm
Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and Exploration at the Workday World Expo
Join us for lunch at the Workday World Expo and discover a world of possibilities. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders and connect with fellow attendees while enjoying a delightful meal. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
1:30pm–2:00pm
Partner Lens
2:00pm–2:30pm
Customer Deep Dive
Jason Mangan
Chief Digital Officer, University of Auckland
2:30pm–3:15pm
Reflection and recharge: Afternoon tea at the Workday World Expo
Take a pause and reflect on the day's insights with afternoon tea at the Workday World Expo. Connect with fellow attendees, share key takeaways and recharge before the closing keynote.
3:15pm–4:00pm
External Locknote
4:00pm–4:10pm
Closing Remarks
Jo-Anne Ruhl
Managing Director and Vice President, Australia and New Zealand, Workday
4:10pm–6:30pm
Unwind and connect: the Workday Auckland Elevate after-party
Don't miss the ultimate networking event! Join us at the Workday World Expo for an evening of drinks, delicious bites and entertainment. Relax, unwind, and connect with peers, partners and Workday leaders as we close the day.
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