Agenda
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Elevate Auckland
Tuesday 10 June 2025
09:00am–05:00pm NZST
Viaduct Events Centre Auckland
Here's your personal timetable for the day.
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Registration opens
Get ready to join us at ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Elevate Auckland. Check in at our registration kiosk, grab your lanyard and a coffee as we begin the day.Ìý
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Welcome
Join us as we kick off ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Elevate Auckland.
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The Agentic AI opportunity: lifting productivity for better economic, business and employee outcomes
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Jo-Anne Ruhl
Managing Director and Vice President, Australia and New Zealand, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
In a business environment where productivity is constraining economic and business growth, we have an unprecedented opportunity to augment employee productivity with digital labor, in the form of AI & Agentic AI. By adopting an AI-mindset, we stand to reap the gains on offer from AI, and avoid the fear-based narratives. Now is the time to prepare your organisation for this seismic workforce shift, examine the reskilling and workforce planning required, and explore how you will take your organisation on the journey.
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Forward thinker fireside chat with Bunnings
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Jonathan Brabant
New Zealand Director, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
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Jeff Rodway
Head of Remuneration and People Services, Bunnings
Discover how forward thinkers are turning change into a catalyst for growth. Hear a firsthand account of a successful transformation at Bunnings and gain valuable insights into building a culture of adaptability in this fireside chat.
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More than just a coffee break: Morning tea in the discovery zone
Join us in the discovery zone for a morning tea experience that's as interactive as it is invigorating. Network with peers, engage with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ 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.
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- Finance
- Technology
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Future proof your workforce
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Allyson Skene
Vice President, Global Product Vision and Experience, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
The future of work is here, and it's being driven by the rise of AI and the need for agile, skills-based organisations.Ìý
This session provides Kiwi HR leaders with a roadmap for understanding the key challenges and opportunities for HR leaders, driving strategic workforce planning to ensure you have the right talent, in the right place, at the right time, embracing AI to automate, augment, and enhance HR functions, and are building a culture of continuous growth and development.
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Driving next level productivity
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Allyson Skene
Vice President, Global Product Vision and Experience, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
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Warren Young
Senior Solution Consultant, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Rapid business change requires agile workforces. Learn to leverage AI tools for streamlined workflows, personalised development and talent discovery. We'll cover best practices for fostering continuous learning and collaboration, enabling you to navigate disruption and build a resilient, future-ready workforce through ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ’s AI Illuminate.
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Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and exploration in the discovery zone
Join us for lunch in the discovery zone. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders, and connect with fellow attendees. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
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Evolving with Confidence: Southern Cross’s ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Journey with Datacom
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Jess Hayes
People Operations Lead, Southern Cross Health Society
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Chanelle Christiansen
Senior Systems Specialist, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ, Southern Cross Health Society
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Henriette Seeck
Senior Partner Sales Executive, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
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Karl Merewether
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ General Manager, Core Platforms, Datacom
In this fireside chat, Jess Hayes shares how Southern Cross Health Society is evolving its ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ instance to meet the demands of a regulated, people-first environment. From simplifying compliance workflows to transforming learning delivery, this session highlights how strategic enhancements—delivered in partnership with Datacom—are driving measurable impact.
Key Topics:How Southern Cross replaced complex condition rules with Job Classification Groups to manage Nominated Representatives
Automating mandatory training and recertification using ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Learning and Campaigns
The role of Datacom in enabling scalable, compliant, and user-friendly solutions
Lessons learned and advice for other organisations on a similar journey
Takeaways:Whether you're navigating regulatory change, scaling learning programs, or looking to get more from your ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ investment, this session offers practical insights and proven strategies from a team that’s done it—with the right partner by their side.
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Customer conversations
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Andrew Phipps
Director, Human Resources, University of Auckland
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Brett Wood
Head of People Experience, New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
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Kent Cabrera
Principal Managing Partner, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Learn how leading organisations are embracing HR transformation to drive success. Hear their stories and gain valuable insights in this informative session.
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CFO ADAPT Insights: 3 things top performers do for the most success in AI
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Dr. Michael Kollo
Director of AI, ADAPT
Drawing on ADAPT's recent research on Agentic and GenAI across 800 Australian business leaders, Dr Michael will explore the key factors that contribute to AI success for CFOs.
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AI is now a strategic priority with 70% of respondents planning to increase their investment, however, only 25% of organisations have automated workflows, highlighting a gap between AI readiness and actual implementation.Ìý
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Learn the 3 things top performers do for AI success, how to track long-term value and ROI, and which internal measures set the leaders apart.
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Moving the office of the CFO forever forward
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Andrew Kershaw
Group General Manager, Office of the CFO ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
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Luke Bebbington
Strategic Industry Advisor, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
The potential for accounting and procurement teams to make strategic business impact has never been greater. Together, we’re charting a course to unlock this potential and harness the power of data, people and processes. Join this session to learn about the latest enhancements in AI, analytics and user experience, and see where we’re heading next.
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Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and exploration in the discovery zone
Join us for lunch in the discovery zone. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders, and connect with fellow attendees. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
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Beyond the balance sheet: How the University of Canterbury is reimagining with Accenture
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Clive Keylard
Product Manager, University of Canterbury
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Rajat Sethi
Finance Architect, Senior Manager, Accenture
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Ben Patricks
APAC ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Financials and Adaptive Insights Lead, Accenture
What if finance didn’t just report the numbers — but shaped the story?
For the University of Canterbury, modernising core finance systems is just one part of a broader transformation journey. In partnership with Accenture, the university is using ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ to go beyond modernising core processes by tackling complex challenges that unlock tangible value. Discover how the University of Canterbury is using ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ across its operations while elevating finance from a back-office function to a strategic enabler, driving clarity, control, and confidence.
Plus, get a glimpse into how agentic AI is set to revolutionise finance even more.
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Customer conversations
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Debbie Starnes
Head of Finance Transformation, Heartland Bank
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Sally Marchant
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Program Manager, Heartland Bank
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Luke Bebbington
Strategic Industry Advisor, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Learn how leading organisations are embracing Finance transformation to drive success. Hear their stories and gain valuable insights in this informative session.
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Riding the next wave: Agentic AI and the future of business with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Illuminate
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Shan Moorthy
Chief Technology Officer, Asia Pacific, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Businesses stand at the edge of a powerful new transformation—one driven by Agentic AI and defined by unprecedented speed, scale, and adaptability.Ìý
In this session, we’ll explore how to make the critical decisions today that will set your organisation up for success tomorrow. Cut through the hype to understand the real potential of Agentic AI, and discover how ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Illuminate is a strategic catalyst in navigating this next era of intelligent enterprise. -
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Let’s get practical: turning ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ’s AI innovations into action
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Adam Krebet
Business Architect, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
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Aurelie Elliott
Senior Manager, Solution Consulting Business & Enterprise Architecture, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Hear from our forward-thinking enterprise architects on how to turn these strategies into action. Learn through real examples how ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ’s latest innovationsÌý including Illuminate features, our Agentic System of Record, and the AI-powered Extend Marketplace are helping CIOs master their strategic balancing act: driving AI innovation, simplifying their system landscape, and governing risks around data integrity, auditability, and responsible AI management.
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Fuel Your Curiosity: Lunch and exploration in the discovery zone
Join us for lunch in the discovery zone. Explore interactive demos, engage with industry leaders, and connect with fellow attendees. This is your chance to fuel your body and mind in the centre of innovation.
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Leading in the age of AI: enabling people, powering performance
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Dr Amanda Williamson
Director Deloitte New Zealand AI Institute, Deloitte
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Lauren Foster
Human Capital Partner, Deloitte
Generative AI is transforming the future of work, offering CIOs a unique opportunity to unlock productivity and reshape organisational dynamics. Expected to free up 275 hours annually per worker, generative AI could add NZ $76 billion to New Zealand’s GDP by 2038. Beyond boosting efficiency, AI enables hyper-personalisation at scale, revolutionising customer engagement and operational models.
However, AI adoption requires more than technology—it calls for strategic leadership that fosters a future-fit workforce. Organisations must embrace AI to augment human capabilities, with 60% likely to use AI to assist workers rather than replace them.
Leadership in this new era demands agility and data-driven decision-making to navigate disruption and align workforce skills with evolving roles. Yet only 11% of organisations currently exhibit strong leadership skills, highlighting the urgent need for development.
Join us to explore how generative AI can redefine strategy, enhance workforce capabilities, and position your organisation for sustainable growth in the digital age.
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Customer conversations
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Shan Moorthy
Chief Technology Officer, Asia Pacific, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
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John Baddiley
Director of Digital Solutions / Chief Technology Officer, Reserve Bank of New Zealand
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Fred Laury
Executive General Manager, Enterprise Technology, Xero
Learn how leading organisations are embracing IT transformation to drive success. Hear their stories and gain valuable insights in this informative session.
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Reflection and recharge: Afternoon tea in the discovery zone
Take a pause and reflect on the day's insights with afternoon tea in the discovery zone. Connect with fellow attendees, share key takeaways and recharge before the closing keynote.Ìý
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Disruptopia: from rust belt America to the cutting edge of AI
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Stephen Scheeler
Chief Executive Officer, Omniscient A.I.
Our closing session features Stephen Scheeler, founder of the Digital CEO, a global advisory for digital leaders, and CEO of the revolutionary brain A.I. start-up Omniscient. As a leading global voice on digital disruption, transformation, culture, and leadership, and the former CEO of Facebook for ANZ, Scheeler brings unparalleled insights from the forefront of technological innovation.
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This closing keynote offers New Zealand business leaders a crucial opportunity to gain Stephen Scheeler’s perspective on the transformative power of technology and AI, the future of business, and the emerging paradigm of 21st-century leadership. This is a significant opportunity to hear from a leading global expert shaping our understanding of the future.
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Customer award winner and closing remarks
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Jo-Anne Ruhl
Managing Director and Vice President, Australia and New Zealand ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Get ready, it's time to announce our customer award winner onstage who will travel to ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ's flagship event Rising and represent New Zealand. Finally Jo-Anne will close the event for the day, then it's time to enjoy the after-party!
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Discovery zone
Step into a world of innovation and exploration at the heart of ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Elevate. The discovery zone is your gateway to immersive experiences, interactive demos, and connections with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ experts, customers and partners. Discover how ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ solutions are transforming businesses, explore real-world success stories and engage with the technologies shaping the future of work. Don't just hear about innovation, experience it firsthand.
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Discovery theatre
Step into the discovery theatre for focused sessions that illuminate the power of ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ solutions. This is your opportunity to deepen your understanding and unlock the full potential of our innovative platform.
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Unwind and connect: The ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Elevate Auckland after-party
Don't miss the ultimate networking event! Join us in the discovery zone for an evening of drinks, delicious bites and entertainment. Relax, unwind, and connect with peers, partners and ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ leadersÌýas we close the day.