WorkX Conference
Main Day One - Thursday, August 14, 2025
Main Stage
7:30 am - 8:30 am
Breakfast and Registration
8:30 am - 9:00 am
Opening Remarks & Ice Breaker
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Panel: Building Future-Ready Workplaces in 2025 for the Modern Worker
James Duenas -
Head of Global Workspaces and Facilities,
Intermountain Health
Alexandra Selezneva - Senior Director, NA Workplace Business Strategy, Corporate Real Estate, The Coca-Cola Company
John Pittman - VP, Corporate Real Estate and Facilities, Strada Education Foundation
Join leaders to discuss the redefined value of the office and tackle top challenges faced today impacting the modern workplace.
- Define a purpose for the office that aligns with company goals and culture
- Dive into the opportunity that digital tools and AI offers the workplace
- Assess portfolio status and space trends
- Overcome challenges with leadership that are deterring meaningful changes from being implemented
- Consider your sustainability impact and functional ways to create meaningful
Alexandra Selezneva
Senior Director, NA Workplace Business Strategy, Corporate Real EstateThe Coca-Cola Company
9:45 am - 9:50 am
Lightning Talk
Sponsored by: Wayfair
9:50 am - 10:20 am
From Metrics to Meaning: Transforming the Workplace with Data-Driven Insights
Alison Muh -
Founder & CEO,
Space Plan Wizard, Inc.
Valerie Jardon - Managing Director, Principal, Interior Architects
Courteny Grove - National Senior Construction Manager, BDO USA LLP
As organizations continue to gather more data than ever before, the challenge lies not in collection—but in interpretation. This panel brings together leaders from across industries to explore how data is being translated into actionable insights that drive real change in the workplace. From employee engagement and productivity to resource allocation and performance management, hear how data is shaping decisions, improving experiences, and transforming organizational culture.
Key takeaways include:
- Approaches for turning raw metrics into strategic workplace initiatives
- Lessons learned from implementing data-driven solutions at scale
- Opportunities and pitfalls in using analytics to influence behavior and drive outcomes
Sponsored by: Space Plan Wizard
10:20 am - 10:25 am
5min Transition
10:25 am - 10:55 am
Beyond the Breakroom: Reimagining Office Culture Through Purposeful Design
Cathy Lewenbeg -
CEO,
Bevi
Francis Aquino - Director, Real Estate and Workplace, Metropolis
Lauren Hasson - SVP Workplace Strategy, JLL
From AI and hybrid work to wellness, sustainability, and inclusivity, today’s workplace is being redefined in real time. So how can organizations evolve their office culture to keep pace?
In this dynamic panel, Bevi CEO Cathy Lewenberg joins workplace design experts to explore how thoughtful, future-focused design, starting with often-overlooked spaces like the breakroom, can help companies adapt to the shifting landscape of work. Together, they’ll unpack the 7 key trends reshaping the office today and share practical ways to create spaces that foster connection, flexibility, purpose, and belonging.
Sponsored by: Bevi
10:55 am - 11:20 am
Networking Break and Demo Drive
Interactive Discussion Groups
Delegates will be sorted into groups of 10-15 to take part in interactive discussion groups, a form of interactive round tables, to laser in on some of the topics below. Delegates will have the opportunity to select three topics and will rotate between their choices in 30-minute intervals. Interactive discussion groups will be kept small to ensure all participants get the opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences.
IDG 1
11:20 am - 1:00 pm IDG 1 - Design Immersive Spaces that Fit the Culture of Your Business Nichole Aguinaga- Alvarado - Supervisor, Corporate Space Planning & Facilities, Tandem Diabetes Care
Nichole Aguinaga- Alvarado
Supervisor, Corporate Space Planning & FacilitiesTandem Diabetes Care
Delegates will be sorted into groups of 10-15 to take part in interactive discussion groups, a form of interactive round tables, to laser in on some of the topics below. Delegates will have the opportunity to select three topics and will rotate between their choices in 30-minute intervals. Interactive discussion groups will be kept small to ensure all participants get the opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences.
IDG 2
11:20 am - 1:00 pm IDG 2 - Fix the Friction: Automation Strategies for Modern Workplace Teams Abby Normandeau - Strategic Customer Success Manager, Robin PoweredSponsored by: Robin Powered Inc.
Delegates will be sorted into groups of 10-15 to take part in interactive discussion groups, a form of interactive round tables, to laser in on some of the topics below. Delegates will have the opportunity to select three topics and will rotate between their choices in 30-minute intervals. Interactive discussion groups will be kept small to ensure all participants get the opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences.
IDG 3
11:20 am - 1:00 pm IDG 3 - Creating Small Wins with Minimal investment - Low Risk Strategies to Understand What Your People Really Want Brittany Freeman - Workplace Experience Director, Athena Health
Delegates will be sorted into groups of 10-15 to take part in interactive discussion groups, a form of interactive round tables, to laser in on some of the topics below. Delegates will have the opportunity to select three topics and will rotate between their choices in 30-minute intervals. Interactive discussion groups will be kept small to ensure all participants get the opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences.
IDG 4
11:20 am - 1:00 pm IDG 4 - Your Office Needs an Instagram – Why You Should Brag About Your Workplace Lauren Hasson - SVP Workplace Strategy, JLL
Delegates will be sorted into groups of 10-15 to take part in interactive discussion groups, a form of interactive round tables, to laser in on some of the topics below. Delegates will have the opportunity to select three topics and will rotate between their choices in 30-minute intervals. Interactive discussion groups will be kept small to ensure all participants get the opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences.
IDG 5
11:20 am - 1:00 pm IDG 5 - Rightsizing Amenities to Drive Higher ROI and Cost Savings Adi Hod - Sr Manager Workplace Experience, Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc
Delegates will be sorted into groups of 10-15 to take part in interactive discussion groups, a form of interactive round tables, to laser in on some of the topics below. Delegates will have the opportunity to select three topics and will rotate between their choices in 30-minute intervals. Interactive discussion groups will be kept small to ensure all participants get the opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences.
IDG 6
11:20 am - 1:00 pm IDG 6 - Building Belonging through Design: How Your Workplace Can Feel Tailor-made Lee-Jung Kim - Design & Change Management Lead, Pfizer
Delegates will be sorted into groups of 10-15 to take part in interactive discussion groups, a form of interactive round tables, to laser in on some of the topics below. Delegates will have the opportunity to select three topics and will rotate between their choices in 30-minute intervals. Interactive discussion groups will be kept small to ensure all participants get the opportunity to ask questions and share their experiences.
IDG 7
11:20 am - 1:00 pm IDG 7 - Drive Collaboration: Technology and Strategies Modern Workplaces Need to ThriveSponsored by: Envoy
Luncheon
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Networking Luncheon
Customizable Tracks
Workplace Technology Innovation
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Mission over Mandates: How Nexamp is Returning-To-Office with Purpose Jenny Moebius - Senior Vice President & Host of Heroes of Hybrid Work Podcast, SkeddaHillary Meahl - VP of People Member Experience, Nexamp
As workplace expectations continue to evolve, the return-to-office conversation is shifting—from rigid mandates to mission-driven strategies that prioritize employee experience.
In this session, Hillary Meahl, VP of Team Member Experience at Nexamp, joins Jenny Moebius, SVP at Skedda and Host of the Heroes of Modern Work podcast, to discuss how Nexamp is reimagining return-to-office—not as a policy to enforce, but as a shared commitment to a modern workplace culture that works. One that balances presence and flexibility, performance and empathy, and puts people at the center of workplace strategy.
From refreshed and redesigned office spaces and frictionless onsite experiences to thoughtful amenities like monthly lunches and greeting card stations, Hillary will highlight how small, intentional changes can make a big impact. You’ll hear how Nexamp is focusing on the “why” behind RTO—embracing flexibility, encouraging team-led decisions and technology, and creating an office environment employees want to return to.
Walk away with actionable ideas and fresh inspiration to transform your own RTO strategy tied to mission and company values your people can rally around.
Sponsored by: Skedda
Workplace Technology Innovation
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Workplace Technology Innovation
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Curating a High Touch Experience Throughout the Customer Journey Danny Hill - Senior IWMS Operations Architect, AMS Workplace TechnologyFrom visitor management, to security, to flexible space, there are so many factors that impact workers while in the office. Identifying areas to improve experience through services and technologies will help to ease the burden of using the office. Overcome implementation challenges, consider ROI and zero-in on the best way to level up experience for your organization.
Real Estate Optimization
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Thinking Outside the Box: Unlocking New Revenue in CRE Jonathan Navallo - Senior Director, Real Estate Portfolio Management and Corporate Services, Tyson FoodsIn an era where traditional real estate models are being tested, forward-thinking leaders are uncovering untapped value by redefining what assets can do. This session features a veteran of global real estate strategy who now drives bold transformation at one of the world’s largest retailers. From revitalizing underused land in Arkansas to exploring unconventional revenue streams like wind farms and data centers, the conversation will highlight how creative thinking and portfolio optimization can generate both economic and community value. This session will examine how to rethink land not just as a location, but as a long-term opportunity to serve changing business and societal needs. Get inspired by strategies that go beyond the lease to deliver real impact.
Jonathan Navallo
Senior Director, Real Estate Portfolio Management and Corporate ServicesTyson Foods
Real Estate Optimization
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Correcting for Surplus Space – Solutions for Repurposing Matthew Gabree - VP, Real Estate & Workplace Experience, TripAdvisorReimagining underutilized space can drive low risk, high reward to the bottom line. This can be done in a variety of different approaches, which may promote sustainability, community and cost savings. Join CRE leaders to discuss different strategies to repurpose your extra space after consolidation.
Real Estate Optimization
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Determining Space Requirements for Offices in a Hybrid World Marie Pisello - Senior Manager Real Estate, IGTAfter a year of right sizing portfolios, companies are now approaching the idea of acquiring new space. Whether you are at lease end, growing your footprint or rebuilding, lack of attendance mandates makes it difficult to determine the appropriate amount of space needed. Dive into different metrics and strategies to analyze how your space is being used to figure out the needs of today and the future for your organization.
Networking Break
3:30 pm - 4:10 pm
Networking Break and Demo Drive
Main Stage
4:10 pm - 4:55 pm
Humans Over Hierarchy: Designing Workscapes for People, Not Titles
Christina Jameson -
Director of Workplace,
OFS
Wesley Edmonds - Director Of Workplace, OFS
Linsey Herrick - Manager of Design & Planning, Southern Company
Amanda Wing - Head Designer, Smallwood Reynolds Stewart Stewart & Associates
Shanna Hanson - Director, Corporate Interior Design, HuntonBrady Architects
With generational shifts in the workplace, there is a growing wave of forward-thinking leaders moving beyond rigid, top-down organizational structures to create workplaces that are intuitive, adaptive, and centered on how people truly work. This session explores how thoughtful leadership and human-centered design are breaking down silos, streamlining communication, and fostering environments that support both productivity and future development.
- Discover how leadership spaces that support accessibility, trust, and adaptability are transforming workplace experience.
- Learn how designing environments that promote seamless collaboration and adapt for changing needs can remove barriers can enhance culture and connection.
- Hear real-world examples of how organizations are leveraging physical space as a strategic tool to align teams, attract top talent, and retain employees.
Sponsored by: OFS
4:55 pm - 5:00 pm
Lightning Talk
Sponsored by: Bubl
5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
The Experience Equation: Aligning Space, Technology, and People Across the Workplace
Heather Long -
Workplace Technologist,
RedThread
Aakash Ravi - Co-founder, SpaceTi
Rebecca Bergstrom - Senior Manager – Workplace Strategy & Design, SunLife
Nichole Aguinaga- Alvarado - Supervisor, Corporate Space Planning & Facilities, Tandem Diabetes Care
In today’s evolving workplace, experience is no longer a byproduct—it’s the outcome we design for. But delivering a meaningful, consistent experience across a distributed portfolio requires more than great design or smart tech alone. It requires intentional alignment between space, technology, and the people who use them.
Join workplace experts as we explore how to create environments that are not only functional, but desirable spaces that support diverse workstyles, reflect organizational values, and scale across locations.
We’ll discuss:
· How to measure and evolve workplace experience across different office types and regions
· The role of space planning and technology integration in creating intuitive, user-centered environments
· Strategies for supporting accessibility, flexibility, and equity in experience design
· The impact of amenity spaces on employee engagement and the desire to return to the office
· Real-world examples of organizations aligning physical and digital environments to drive outcomes
Whether you're designing a flagship HQ or optimizing a regional hub, this conversation will offer practical insights to help you build a workplace that works—for everyone.
Sponsored by: Spaceti
Sponsored by: Red Thread
Nichole Aguinaga- Alvarado
Supervisor, Corporate Space Planning & FacilitiesTandem Diabetes Care
5:45 pm - 6:45 pm
Drinks Reception in the Expo Hall
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