Francis Aquino

Senior Director, Global Workplace Experience ALO

Main Day One - Tuesday, August 11, 2026

9:30 AM From Budget Cuts to Culture Wins: Doing More with Less in Workplace Experience

Tighter budgets are forcing workplace leaders to rethink how they deliver results. This session explores practical strategies for optimizing space, streamlining operations, and enhancing engagement through culture, creativity, and community. Attendees will see how organizations can drive meaningful workplace experience outcomes without a large budget.

Key Takeaways:

• Optimize workplace space and operations to maximize efficiency and impact

• Leverage culture, creativity, and community to enhance employee engagement

• Implement strategies that deliver measurable results despite financial constraints

Francis Aquino, Senior Director, Global Workplace Experience, Aldo

Main Day Two - Wednesday, August 12, 2026

2:00 PM Panel - Leading Through Change: Lessons from Multi-Year Office Transformations

Earlier in 2025, many workplace leaders were testing new approaches, but today those choices carry long-term impact and high stakes. This panel brings together executives to share hard-won insights from multi-year office transformations, including footprint optimization, hybrid work adoption, and navigating complex change management under tight budgets. Attendees will gain practical strategies for driving organizational alignment, maintaining engagement, and ensuring sustainable outcomes from major workplace initiatives.

Key Takeaways:

• Navigate organizational resistance and align stakeholders effectively

• Implement permanent changes while maintaining employee engagement

• Manage the pace of transformation and secure leadership support with limited resources

Noel McNulty, Director, Global Real Estate and Workplace, Twilio

Jenn LaBelle, Director, Workplace Environment | Workplace Strategy Expert, Etsy

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