WorkX Conference
Main Day One - Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Main Stage
7:30 am - 8:30 am
Breakfast and Registration
8:30 am - 8:35 am
WorkX Welcome
8:35 am - 9:00 am
Day One Chairperson Opening Remarks
9:00 am - 9:45 am
Opening Panel: Leading Offices into the Future – Trailblazer Perspectives on People, Technology and The Bottom Line
Joe Pollaro -
Vice President of Real Estate and Workplace,
Pinterest
Simantinee Roy - Director, Workplace and Global Programs, Thales
David Kamen - Vice President, Global Workplace and Facilities, The Cigna Group
Katie Rodrigues - Managing Director, Future of Work and Workplace, JLL Consulting
Alexandra Selezneva - Senior Director, NA Workplace Business Strategy, Corporate Real Estate, The Coca-Cola Company
Join leaders to hear their unique perspective on the value of the office and the future of work.
· Uncover the ‘Why?’ behind each company’s workplace RTO decision and perspectives on creating an equitable workplace culture
· Explore the importance of leadership in workforce behavior and communication considerations
· Hear hot takes on the current business market, creating an engaged workforce and technology enablement for optimal productivity
Alexandra Selezneva
Senior Director, NA Workplace Business Strategy, Corporate Real EstateThe Coca-Cola Company
9:45 am - 9:50 am
Lightning Talk: bubl: The Rise of Intelligent Work Pods
Dalton Viggers -
Co-founder & CEO,
bubl
9:50 am - 10:35 am
Panel Discussion: A Roadmap to Space Optimization and Management – Enabling Agility and Collaboration
Kenneth Carney -
Executive Director, Global Real Estate & Office Operations,
Dotdash Meredith
Ethan Colaiace - Vice President, Corporate Real Estate and Facilities, Hasbro
Kali Cardoza - Vice President, Head of Sales and Leasing, Central + West, WeWork
Dive into space strategy to ensure you are maximizing the value of both the footprint and time spent to create the best employee experience.
· Discuss how cost savings and space optimization are connected in the workplace and real estate conversation and how it is impacting decision-making
· Explore how leaders are utilizing their space wisely to make the greatest impact, including examples of rethinking or consolidating space
· Consider how to account for people who come into the office that aren’t assigned
10:35 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.
Interactive Discussion Groups
11:20 am - 1:00 pm #1 Leveraging AI to Optimize Workplace Experience Efficiency Eric Gonzales - Global Vice President, Spaceti
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.
Interactive Discussion Groups
11:20 am - 1:00 pm #2 Utilizing Existing Data to Uncover Savings and Opportunity Simon Davis - Business Development Lead, CRE Partnerships, Bevi
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.
Interactive Discussion Groups
11:20 am - 1:00 pm #3 Improve, Enhance and Flex: Evolve with Company Needs and Behaviors Jimmy Groh - Senior Director Workplace Strategy and Operations, Otsuka Pharmaceuticals
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.
Interactive Discussion Groups
11:20 am - 1:00 pm #4 Real Talk: The Hard Decisions in Workplace that Build Companies and Careers Andrew Farah - CEO, Density
Luncheon
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Networking Luncheon
Customizable Tracks
Workplace Technology Innovation
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Transforming the Space You have with Flexible Design to Support Collaboration Francis Aquino - Director, Real Estate and Workplace, Metropolis TechnologiesAs portfolio footprints are rationalized, focusing on optimizing the space you have is top priority. Explore flexible furniture and technology that can promote connection and socialization. Hear how your peers are creating spaces that engage their users, enable a better experience, and enhance performance and productivity.
Workplace Technology Innovation
2:45 pm - 3:30 pm Fireside Chat: From Chaos to Control: The Evolving Role of Facilities in the Modern Workplace Jenny Moebius - Senior Vice President & Host of Heroes of Hybrid Work Podcast, SkeddaLarry Charlip - Vice President, Global Head of Facilities, Warner Music Group
The role of facilities management is undergoing a profound transformation as hybrid work, employee-specific needs, and technology reshape the modern workplace. Facilities managers are stepping into strategic roles with a seat at the table, responsible for driving collaboration, productivity, and delivering a seamless employee experience.
Explore how organizations are reimagining workplace strategies to align with flexible working, ensure access to essential resources, and leverage data-driven insights to enhance operations and satisfaction. Gain actionable strategies to manage diverse employee needs, support hybrid work models, and optimize workplace environments to meet the evolving demands of the modern workplace. Join this session to dive into:
- The evolving role of the facilities manager: Essential operational insights for facility managers to support the employee experience.
- Balancing high-touch and high-tech: Leveraging new technologies to adapt to the modern workplace and enhance the workplace experience.
- Incorporating AI and automation tools: How facilities leaders will need to use AI to stay ahead of a shifting tech landscape
Sponsored by: Skedda
Real Estate Optimization
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Managing a Global Real Estate Strategy Michelle Myer - Vice President, Americas Real Estate and Facilities, OraclePaul Hendershot - Managing Director of Analytics, Southwest, CoStar Group
Unpack the challenges of managing your portfolio when it spreads across the globe. Explore foot traffic considerations, budget differences, cultural components that impact decision-making, and overall experience from office to office. Hear real life examples of challenges and solutions.
Sponsored by: CoStar
Real Estate Optimization
2:45 pm - 3:30 pm Data-Driven Workplace: How Leading Companies Use Analytics to Improve Productivity and Employee Experience Peter McLaughlin - Director, Customer Success, EnvoyThe workplace experience is no longer just about desks and meeting rooms—it’s about designing spaces that drive productivity, foster collaboration, and provide meaningful value to employees. Yet, many organizations struggle to measure space utilization, optimize workplace design, and make informed decisions that align with long-term business goals.
Get insights into brand-new workplace data from January 2025, revealing top priorities for workplace leaders, and shares how best-in-class companies use real-time analytics to shape high-performing office environments. Join the conversation and dive into:
- Designing workplaces for productivity and employee retention
- Gathering data and insights for space utilization, resource allocation, and real estate decisions
- Outcomes from innovative companies that are making data-driven decisions to improve workplace experience
- Hear case studies from technology, fintech, and gaming industries, highlighting real-world examples of how organizations are using data to enhance workplace efficiency, reduce costs, and create a workplace worth commuting to.
Sponsored by: Envoy
Networking Break
3:30 pm - 4:10 pm
Networking Break and Demo Drive
Main Stage
4:10 pm - 4:40 pm
Panel Discussion: Serving Your Customer’s Journey – A Hospitality Approach to Promote Meaningful Engagement
Alexandra Sanchez -
Executive Director Global Workplace Experience and Operations,
Organon
Larry Charlip - Vice President, Global Head of Facilities, Warner Music Group
Bob Fox - Founder and Execuitve Publisher, Work Design Magazine
Connie Hergert - Vice President, Workplace Experience & Real Estate, Ontario Power Generation
The customer journey begins when an employee leaves their home and as workplace leaders we strive to provide a white glove service to our customers. Marrying hospitality to facility management and workplace experience can lead to higher employee satisfaction and a stronger culture all around.
· Dive into the importance of understanding your customer journey and hear tips on determining where you can improve service
· Consider how you can deliver a Ritz Carlton experience without the endless budget- while still meeting employee expectations
· Rooted in culture is connectiveness and attention to detail, explore strategies to hire soft touch employees with a hospitality mindset to elevate the overall experience
4:40 pm - 4:45 pm
Lightning Talk
Andrew Farah -
CEO,
Density
4:45 pm - 5:20 pm
Panel Discussion: Delivering Consistency Without Sacrificing Brand Identity Across Portfolios
Kasey Garcia -
Global Director, Workplace Services,
The Trade Desk
Joanna Kliger Zak - Senior Director, Workplace Experience, Sprout Social
Erin Mical - Vice President, Global Workplace Services, Capital One
Francis Aquino - Director, Real Estate and Workplace, Metropolis Technologies
From office to office, it is not a one size fits all approach for design and experience. Every location or brand has its own needs and as a result each space is unique, however how do you deliver the same level of experience across your portfolio?
· Define what experience means in the context of portfolio synergy
· Discuss areas where you can create consistency across offices without diluting or eliminating brand or culture specific elements
· Share examples of real-life case studies of how your offices across the country or globe are aligned and how they remain unique
5:20 pm - 6:20 pm
WorkX Impact Awards & Reception
*All delegates and speakers will have the opportunity to submit their application to be considered for the following awards:
-Workplace Transformation
-Workplace Leader of the Year
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