Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Arrival Breakfast, Networking and Worklife Reinvention Hub

An opportunity to connect with peers before the day begins while exploring interactive experiences focused on AI, workforce transformation and employee experience.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Welcome to Connect 2026: Worklife Reinvention

Sets the scene for the day and introduces the challenges and opportunities redefining the future of work.

10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 10:10 AM - 10:40 AM
Workforce Adaptability in the AI Era: Worklife Reinvention

Explores why traditional operating models are being challenged by AI, changing workforce expectations and organisational complexity – and what leaders need to rethink to create organisations built for what comes next.

10:10 AM - 10:40 AM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 10:40 AM - 10:55 AM
Your HCM and Pay Partner for Worklife Reinvention

Introduces Zellis’ vision for Worklife Reinvention and explores how the relationship between people, AI and technology is changing the way work gets done.

10:40 AM - 10:55 AM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 10:55 AM - 11:25 AM
Payroll Reinvented

Brings the future of payroll to life, showing how AI, real-time experiences and intelligent assistance can transform Pay from a transactional process into a more connected, responsive employee experience.

10:55 AM - 11:25 AM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 11:25 AM - 11:45 AM
Reinventing Work That Adapts by Design

Looks ahead to a world where technology, AI and people work together more dynamically, exploring how organisations can design experiences and systems that continuously adapt to changing workforce needs.

11:25 AM - 11:45 AM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Networking and Worklife Reinvention Hub

Continue conversations while experiencing AI, workforce intelligence and product innovation first-hand.

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Headline Keynote: Where Reinvention Meets Reality: Shaping the Next Era of Work

Challenges traditional thinking about jobs, skills and organisational design, giving leaders a new perspective on how to redesign work and build the workforce capabilities needed for the AI era.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Networking Lunch and Solution Showcase

Time to network, explore practical demonstrations and continue conversations started during the morning.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Breakout 1: Track A – More Than a Payslip: Elevating the Pay Experience

Explores how organisations can elevate Pay beyond the transaction, using technology, AI and better experiences to strengthen employee engagement, communication and trust.

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Breakout 1: Track B – AI-Ready Organisations: Building the Foundations for Reinvention

AI success isn't determined by technology alone. This session explores the organisational foundations required to move from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption, including leadership, governance, data readiness, change management and workforce engagement. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of what needs to be in place before AI can deliver measurable business value.

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Breakout 1: Track C – Scale Without Strain: Enabling Change Across Complex Public Sector Workforces

Discover how North Yorkshire Council delivered one of local government’s most significant transformations—uniting multiple organisations while maintaining services and supporting employees through change. 

2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Breakout 2: Track A – Beyond the Buzz: Turning AI Interest into Worklife Impact

Moves beyond AI experimentation to explore how organisations can translate interest into responsible adoption, workforce engagement and measurable impact – with practical lessons from those already on the journey.

3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Breakout 2: Track B – Workforce Intelligence: From Workforce Data to Business Performance

Explores how organisations can turn workforce data into actionable intelligence that improves planning, productivity and performance – helping leaders make better, faster decisions about their workforce.

3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Breakout 2: Track C – HR, Rewired: Designing the Workforce of the Future

Explore how HR can evolve from process owner to architect of work by connecting people, work and technology. The session will show how ZellisONE HR and Workforce Management can help organisations create simpler employee and manager experiences, improve productivity and agility, and build a practical path to Worklife Reinvention.

3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Afternoon Networking and Executive Connections

An opportunity to continue discussions, build relationships and prepare for the closing leadership session.

4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 4:20 PM - 5:00 PM
Beyond the Vision: Making Worklife Reinvention Happen

Senior leaders share their perspectives on the realities of transformation, lessons learned and redesigning work within their organisation.

4:20 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 5:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Closing Reflections: Leading the Next Chapter of Worklife Reinvention

Reinforces the day's key themes and leaves attendees with practical actions and a clear vision for what's next.

5:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 5:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Executive Drinks Reception & Networking

Continue conversations and build relationships in a relaxed setting.

5:15 PM - 7:30 PM