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

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  

9:45 am - 9:50 am Lightning Talk


9:50 am - 10:20 am From Metrics to Meaning: Transforming the Workplace with Data-Driven Insights

As organizations continue to gather more data than ever before, the challenge lies not in collectionโ€”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

10:20 am - 10:25 am 5min Transition


10:25 am - 10:55 am Beyond the Breakroom: Reimagining Office Culture Through Purposeful Design

From AI and hybrid work to wellness, sustainability, and inclusivity, todayโ€™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, theyโ€™ll unpack the 7 key trends reshaping the office today and share practical ways to create spaces that foster connection, flexibility, purpose, and belonging.

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


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


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


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 โ€“ Why You Should Brag About Your Workplace


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


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


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 Thrive


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

As workplace expectations continue to evolve, the return-to-office conversation is shiftingโ€”from rigid mandates to mission-driven strategies that prioritize employee experience.


In this session, Hillary Meahl, VP of Team Member Experience at Nexampjoins Jenny Moebius, SVP at Skedda and Host of the Heroes of Modern Work podcast, to discuss how Nexamp is reimagining return-to-officeโ€”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. Youโ€™ll hear how Nexamp is focusing on the โ€œwhyโ€ behind RTOโ€”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.

Workplace Technology Innovation

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm CANCELLED

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Workplace Technology Innovation

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Curating a High Touch Experience Throughout the Customer Journey

From 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

In 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 worldโ€™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. 

Real Estate Optimization

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Correcting for Surplus Space โ€“ Solutions for Repurposing

Reimagining 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

After 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

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. 


4:55 pm - 5:00 pm Lightning Talk


5:00 pm - 5:45 pm The Experience Equation: Designing for People, Technology, and Place in a Connected World

In todayโ€™s evolving workplace, experience is no longer a byproduct. Itโ€™s the outcome we design for. But delivering a meaningful, consistent experience across a distributed and diverse portfolio requires more than great design or smart tech alone. It demands intentional alignment between physical space, digital tools, AI-enabled insights, and the people who use them.


Join experts from corporate, healthcare, and higher education settings 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 and sectors.


Weโ€™ll discuss:

  • How to measure and evolve experience across different space types, from offices and campuses to clinical and learning environments
  • The role of space planning, technology integration, and AI in creating intuitive, user-centered places
  • Strategies for supporting accessibility, flexibility, and equity in experience design
  • The impact of amenities and support services on engagement, wellbeing, and a sense of belonging
  • Real-world examples of organizations aligning physical and digital environments to drive outcomes across industries


Whether you're designing a flagship HQ, a regional clinic, or a campus learning hub, this conversation will offer practical insights to help you create environments that work for everyone.

5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Drinks Reception in the Expo Hall


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