Organisational Development Conference 2024 | In-Person and Virtual
Ensuring the sustainability of an organisation to meet the dynamic demands of work.
EARN 9 CPD POINTS
KR proudly presents the 2024 Annual Organisational Development Conference, embodying this year’s theme: “Ensuring the Sustainability of an Organisation to Meet the Dynamic Demands of Work.” The conference boasts a not-to-be-missed line-up of speakers who are pioneers in the field of Organisational Development, and ready to impart valuable insights on prevailing trends and best practices.
Our engaging, interactive sessions will cover pivotal topics such as change management, employee engagement, leadership development, and many more. Each session is carefully crafted to foster a robust learning environment, allowing you to gather actionable strategies and insights.
Networking is a cornerstone of this conference!
Seize the opportunity to connect with a community of like-minded professionals, cultivating relationships that bolster your career trajectory. Walk away equipped with invaluable insights and practical strategies, essential for enhancing organisational effectiveness and success.
This conference is designed for both seasoned OD practitioners and those embarking on their career journey, providing a vibrant platform to stay abreast of industry innovations while forging meaningful professional connections.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Register today to secure your place at the one-of-a-kind 2024 Annual Organisational Development Conference.
Benefits of Attending:
- Networking Opportunities: Engage with a network of professionals, sharing insights and forging valuable connections within the field.
- Access to Cutting-Edge Research: Stay abreast of pioneering research and emergent industry trends that are shaping the future of organisational development.
- Learning from Industry Leaders: Benefit from the knowledge and expertise of industry leaders through comprehensive, insightful, and informative sessions.
- Exposure to Innovative Tools and Methodologies: Discover new strategies, tools, and methodologies to enhance organisational development practices effectively.
- Knowledge and Skill Enhancement: Seize the opportunity to augment your professional knowledge and skills, applying enhanced strategies and insights to your organisational role.
- Motivation and Inspiration: Leave the conference feeling invigorated, motivated, and inspired to pursue excellence in your professional endeavours.
Investment in Professional Development: Attendance represents a significant investment in your professional journey, promising a multitude of benefits for both your career and organisation.
Who Should Attend?
- Heads and Managers of Organisational Development, Organisational Design, Organisational Effectiveness, Transformation and Change Management, Organisation Development Advisors and Consultants
- HR Directors, Heads of HR, HR Managers and Business Partners, Heads and Managers of Learning and Development, Learning and Development Advisors, Consultants, Leadership Development Managers and Business Partners
- Heads and Managers of Talent Management, Talent Development Specialists and Consultants
Confirmed Speakers:
- Anton Shufutinsky, Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees, OD Network, USA
- Rhiannon (Crowhurst) Hamman, Organisational Development Consultant & Industrial Organisational Psychologist, IQbusiness South Africa
- Jenny Lorenzo, Professional Associate, GIBS
- Carmine Nieman, Lecturer, Organisational Development and Employee Well-Being Specialist, University of Free State
- Linda Holbeche, Co-Director, The Holbeche Partnership, England
- Thando Mahlo, Culture and Transformation PMO Lead – Africa, The Coca-Cola Company
- Jackie Kennedy, Founder, LeadMe Academy
- Noha El-Banna, HR Organization Development Certified Consultant, Institute of Organisational Development, Canada
- Tebogo Mdhluli, Business Transformation
- Dayalan Govender, Partner/Director, People and Organisation: Africa Lead, PWC
- Angelique Herbst, Senior Manager: People and Organisation, PwC
- Vanessa Kodisang, Executive Head of People: Hollard Centre, Hollard Insurance
- Vela Hlatshwayo, Senior Manager: Change Management, South African Reserve Bank
- Byron Heylen, Senior Manager: Organisational Development, BDO South Africa
- Neville Lindsey, Head of People, Talent, Organisational Development, Discovery
- Sazi Lekola, Head: Leadership Development, FNB & Wesbank South Africa
- Sally Pike, Change Manager
- Opila Moodley, HR Director, Estee Lauder Companies
- Portia Mogale, Managing Executive: Human Capital, Sanlam Corporate
- Bahle Goba-Matsho, Organisational Effectiveness and Talent Management Manager at Sanlam Corporate
- Clayton Lendrum, Managing Director, Knowledge X-Change
- Dr Sharon Munyaka, UN SDG Leadership Lab Facilitator, Presencing Institute; Facilitator and Executive Coach, Henley Business School – Africa; Past President of SIOPSA
- Nomfundo Vilakazi, Group OD & TA Manager, Dis-Chem Pharmacies
- Rob Cross, Senior Vice President of Research at I4CP, Edward A. Madden Professor of Global Leadership at Babson College, Co-founder and Research Director of the Connected Commons, and Author, (USA)
- Reitumetse Machaba, Head of Learning, Talent & OE, Guardrisk
- Dr Ruwayne Kock, President, SIOPSA; Founder and CEO Authentic Organisations
Registration Fees:
Registration fees exclude VAT.
Registration fees include refreshments, lunch and a copy of the speaker slides.
DATES | FEES | ||
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28-29 February 2024 | Organisational Development Conference | In-Person | R10 000 |
28-29 February 2024 | Organisational Development Conference | Virtual | R8 500 |
Hourly Schedule
Day 1 - 28 February 2024
- 08:40 - 09:00
- A Warm Welcome and Introduction by Chairperson
- Dr Ruwayne Kock, President, SIOPSA; Founder and CEO Authentic Organisations
- 09:00 - 09:45
- Panel Discussion: Trends Influencing the Growth and Progress of Organisational Development and Strategies for Future Challenges
- Rhiannon (Crowhurst) Hamman, Organisational Development Consultant & Industrial Organisational Psychologist, IQbusiness South Africa AND Jenny Lorenzo, Professional Associate, GIBS AND Vela Hlatshwayo, Senior Manager: Change Management, South African Reserve Bank AND Neville Lindsey, Head of People, Talent, Organisational Development, Discovery
- 09:45 - 10:30
- Planning for Organisational Resilience with a Focus on Adaptability and Leadership Enhancement
- Sazi Lekola, Head: Leadership Development, FNB & Wesbank South Africa
- 10:30 - 11:15
- Case Study: Optimising Organisational Adaptation to New Technologies and Work Practices
- Sally Pike, Change Manager
- 11:15 - 11:45
- Mid-Morning Refreshments
- 11:45 - 12:45
- Panel Discussion: Fostering Multifaceted Stakeholder Collaboration in OD and OB Interventions
- Byron Heylen, Senior Manager: Organisational Development, BDO South Africa day AND Portia Mogale, Managing Executive: Human Capital, Sanlam Corporate AND Reitumetse Machaba, Head of Learning, Talent & OE, Guardrisk
- 12:45 - 13:45
- Lunch Break and Networking Session
- 13:45 - 14:30
- Utilise Data Analytics as a Transformative Tool for OD Practitioners
- Thando Mahlo, Culture and Transformation PMO Lead - Africa, The Coca-Cola Company
- 14:30 - 15:00
- Mid-Afternoon Tea Break
- 15:00 - 16:00
- In Conversation with the OD Gurus: Gaining International Perspectives in Organisational Development
- Anton Shufutinsky, Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees, OD Network, USA AND Linda Holbeche, Co-Director, The Holbeche Partnership, England
- 16:00 - 16:15
- Closing of Day One
Day 2 - 28 February 2024
- 08:50 - 09:00
- A Warm Welcome and Introduction by the Chairperson
- Clayton Lendrum, Managing Director, Knowledge X-Change
- 09:00 - 10:00
- Panel discussion: South Africa and the world at large is faced with uncertain times how can your organisation thrive in this fluid environment?
- Tebogo Mdhluli, seasoned Business Transformation specialist AND Vanessa Kodisang, Executive Head of People: Hollard Centre, Hollard Insurance AND Dr Sharon Munyaka, UN SDG Leadership Lab Facilitator, Presencing Institute; Facilitator and Executive Coach, Henley Business School – Africa; Past President of SIOPSA
- 10:00 - 10:45
- Case Study: Designing interventions for leadership to enhance employee wellness, manage stress, and prevent burnout for the OD practitioner
- Jackie Kennedy, Founder, LeadMe Academy
- 10:45 - 11:15
- Mid-Morning Refreshments
- 11:15 - 12:15
- Panel discussion: Establishing a culture that is both purpose-driven and human-centric within your organization
- Opila Moodley, HR Director, Estee Lauder Companies AND Bahle Goba-Matsho, Organisational Effectiveness and Talent Management Manager at Sanlam Corporate AND Nomfundo Vilakazi, Group OD & TA Manager, Dis-Chem Pharmacies
- 12:15 - 13:00
- Organisation agility - what does this mean for Business and OD practitioners?
- Dayalan Govender, Partner/Director, People and Organisation: Africa Lead, PWC AND Angelique Herbst, Senior Manager: People and Organisation, PwC
- 13:00 - 14:00
- Lunch Break and Connection Session
- 14:00 - 14:45
- Bridging Theory and Action in Change Management: A Case Study for OD Practitioners
- Carmine Nieman, Lecturer, Organisational Development and Employee Well-Being Specialist, University of Free State
- 14:45 - 15:30
- Integrating the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People with Trust-Centric Leadership for Organisational Design
- Noha El-Banna, HR Organization Development Certified Consultant, Institute of Organisational Development, Canada
- 15:30 - 16:15
- Feedback on the I4CP Research Study: Enhancing Team Effectiveness
- Rob Cross, Senior Vice President of Research at I4CP, Edward A. Madden Professor of Global Leadership at Babson College, Co-founder and Research Director of the Connected Commons, and Author, (USA)
- 16:15 - 16:30
- Wrap-up and Closure of Conference