HR Renewal and Growth Conference 2024

13-14 November 2024 | Johannesburg 

KR

HR Renewal and Growth

Redefining Roles, Models, and Culture

Two-day Conference

  • 13 – 14 November 2024 | Johannesburg 

Introduction

The landscape of work is in constant flux, driven by evolving employee expectations, flexible and hybrid working, and advancements in AI and automation. Coupled with socio-economic challenges, a focus on well-being, and tough economic conditions, it’s no wonder HR leaders are facing unprecedented levels of stress and burnout.

In response to these rapid changes, this conference HR Renewal and Growth: Redefining Roles, Models, and Culture will explore how HR functions can be optimised to better serve organisations and their people, both now and in the future.

South Africa is embracing a new era with the launch of a Government of National Unity. As The Economist notes, “A remarkable new era begins in South Africa.” HR departments, central to organisational success, can drive growth, skill development, and social well-being.

This meticulously researched conference will empower HR leaders to renew, transform, and prepare their departments for the future, positively impacting their organisations and the nation.

Attendees will gain insights on:

  • New HR operating modes and roles

  • Creating a truly human-centric organisation

  • Rethinking organisational design

  • Reimagining the CHRO role in the AI era

  • Transformational HR leadership

  • Skills-based training and development

  • Overcoming organisational trauma

  • Reinventing leadership for the modern workplace

  • Harmonising AI and humanity

  • Proactive health improvement strategies

  • Advocating for decent work

  • Leveraging data for better people decisions

Who should attend?

  • CHROs, HR Directors, and their Teams
  • HR Leaders and their Teams
  • HR Business Partners
  • Chief Learning Officers and Learning and Development Practitioners
  • Organisational Development Practitioners
  • Change Managers
  • Talent Management Practitioners
  • Personnel Services Executives
  • Chairpersons of HR Board Committees
  • Consultants
  • Academics and Researchers
Featured topics with industry leading speakers

Programme at a Glance

Gain access to sessions of the latest research specifically designed to help HR leaders meet the demands of the future. Each track will have a particular area of focus that will help deliver what matters most to you and your organisation.

HR’s New Role
INTERNATIONAL SPEAKER

RANYA NEHMEH
RANYA NEHMEHSenior HR Expert
Ranya is a senior HR leader with over 20 years of experience in international and diverse environments, specialising in people strategy, leadership, organisational development, and HR policies. She is the former Head of HR Policies and Development at the OPEC Fund for International Development in Vienna. She is the author of “The CHAMELEON Leader: Connecting with Millennials” (2019) and an adjunct professor at the University of Applied Sciences for Management & Communication in Vienna. Recently, she coauthored “HR’s New Role” with Prof Peter Cappelli, published by the Harvard Business Review. by Harvard.

Reimaging the Role of the CHRO in the age of GenAI INTERNATIONAL SPEAKER

KATHERYN BREKKEN
KATHERYN BREKKENSnr Research Analyst, i4CP
Katheryn, based in Boston, USA, is a senior research analyst at the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4CP). She leads global studies on talent and workforce development strategies, impacting market performance and human capital outcomes. With over six years of experience in public policy and leadership research, she specialises in survey development, data analysis, policy design, and communications. Previously, Katheryn was an assistant research professor at UNLV’s School of Public Policy & Leadership, where she managed complex research projects, taught, and produced policy content. She also supports leaders in people analytics and performance management. Katheryn holds a Ph.D. from UNLV and is dedicated to advancing impactful people practices.

Fireside Chat: The Transformational
CHRO / HR Leader

DR THULI TABUDI
DR THULI TABUDINational Sustainability: Socio-Economic and Transformation Executive, The Spar Group
Thuli Tabudi is the Group HR Executive for Spar Group. She has been in the retail industry for more than 26 years and has worked for various large companies like Mnet, Pick n Pay, and Edgars before joining Spar in 1999. Thuli has a PhD from the University of Johannesburg. She is passionate about mentoring and coaching and is privileged to be involved in programmes aimed at investing in local communities through various social initiatives.

The New HR Blue Print to Deliver within the New Socio-Economic political dispensation and realities

TSWELO KODISANG
TSWELO KODISANGGroup Chief People Officer, First Rand Group
Tswelo is an international HR leader with over 25 years of experience building dynamic people functions. He has operated for large companies like Unilever, Tiger Brands, and Discovery as a business partner and trusted advisor across various regions, including Africa, the Middle East, Turkey, Israel, and the UK. Tswelo joined FirstRand in 2021, where he applies his extensive knowledge in creating business-critical capabilities, using FirstRand’s core purpose and values as a foundation. He is focused on creating the ultimate employee experience, preparing for the future world of work, and harnessing the value of people analytics.

The New HR Blue Print to Deliver within the New Socio-Economic political dispensation and realities

JEANETT MODISE
JEANETT MODISEChief People Officer, ABSA Group
Jeanett Modise became the Group Chief People Officer of BSA Group in 2023. Previously, she served as the Group Human Resources Director at Sanlam Limited since July 2019. With experience at blue-chip companies like SAP, AngloGold Ashanti, IDC, Mutual & Federal, and Hewlett Packard, she has held senior HR roles. Starting as a nurse and midwife, Jeanett transitioned to HR, holding an MBL, a Senior Executive Programme from Harvard, an Advanced Management Programme, and a B.Com in Business Management.

Applying Hospitality Principles to Create
a Truly Human Centred Philosophy and
Culture

PAUL NORMAN
PAUL NORMANGroup CHRO, MTN
Experienced Group Head Human Resources with a demonstrated history of working in the telecommunications industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Business Planning, HR Consulting, Coaching, and Executive Coaching. Strong business development professional with a EMBA focused in Business Administration and Management, General from IMD Business School.

The Disruption Era – Skills-Based Hiring + Development for a Future Proof
Workforce

TESANTHA NAIDOO
TESANTHA NAIDOOPrincipal Consultant: Business Career, Mercer
Tesantha Naidoo is currently in HR Transformation, DEI, OD, and Career Consulting at Mercer, bringing experience from previous roles at WesBank and Accenture. She holds a Master of Science (MS) in Business Psychology from the University of South Wales. With a robust skill set that includes management consulting, operating models, business transformation, business process improvement, and stakeholder management, Tesantha contributes valuable insights to the industry.

Mental Health be Proactive – Identify and Eliminate Causes of Stress, Depression, Burnout etc. in Your Organisation

NAVLIKA RATANGEE
NAVLIKA RATANGEEManaging Director, Lyra Southern Africa
Navlika blends her expertise as a clinical psychologist with her GIBS MBA-accredited insight into human capital management, change management, and leadership. She is dedicated to advancing training excellence and fostering workplace resilience. Navlika’s academic accomplishments are noteworthy, having completed her PDBA and MBA with distinction. She has also expanded her knowledge through programmes at IODSA and Harvard Business School. As a conference speaker and author on mental health, her leadership led ICAS to garner accolades in gender empowerment and diversity. Navlika has been acknowledged as a top leader to watch in 2024.

Reset the Organisation Chart – Building a New Blueprint for Organisation Design

LEVERN RAMSHUBBY
LEVERN RAMSHUBBY Associate Director, PwC
Levern is an Associate Director in PwC South Africa’s Advisory services, holding a BA and Honours in Organisational Psychology. Her cross-industry experience focuses on Financial Services, utilising data-led and analytical approaches for workforce planning, organisational design, change management, upskilling, and business transformation. Recognised as a future leader, Levern attended One Young World in 2017 and later became the OYW Southern Africa Coordinating Ambassador for two years. She now co-leads the societal impact pillar at PwC South Africa Advisory, aligned with the UN global goals, focusing on education, community support, and skills development.

Panel Discussion: Navigating Organisational Culture Shift
in the Modern Workplace

NEO SELWE
NEO SELWEGroup HR Director, TBWA South Africa
Neo is a seasoned Human Resources leader and a finalist for HR Director of the Year at the 2019 Future of HR Summit & Awards. He was named in the top 25 of the 2019 NYDA 100 Rising Stars. With expertise across Telecommunications, FMCG, Logistics, Media Advertising, and Tech industries, Neo excels in HR strategy, talent management, BEE, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and organisational development. He holds a postgraduate degree in Human Resource Management.

Panel Discussion: Navigating Organisational Culture Shift
in the Modern Workplace

SUSAN TURTON
SUSAN TURTONHead of Group Strategic Change and Wellbeing, Old Mutual
Susan Turton is a registered organisational psychologist with the HPCSA and holds a master’s degree from UCT. With over 25 years in the financial services sector, she is currently the Head of Strategic Change and Wellbeing at Old Mutual Group. Susan has extensive experience in organisational development and has also lectured and worked at Nedbank. She is an accredited assessor, moderator, certified Enneagram facilitator, and holds a diploma from Henley Business School. She is passionate about business, people, and team effectiveness.

Panel Discussion: Navigating Organisational Culture Shift
in the Modern Workplace

GCOBISA NTSHONA
GCOBISA NTSHONAGroup Chief People Officer, African Bank
Gcobisa Ntshona is a seasoned Human Resources professional with experience in the Petrochemical and Banking sectors. She has a strong track record of aligning HR strategy with business goals, leading teams in matrixed organisations, and driving value creation. Gcobisa is a customer-centric, visionary leader skilled at inspiring diverse teams and managing stakeholders effectively. Known for balancing long-term strategy with short-term people management, she ensures that Human Capital initiatives contribute directly to business performance and profitability.

#Infuse – The Integration of Technology and People & Culture

MALISHA AWUNOR
MALISHA AWUNORHuman Resources Director, EOH
Malisha is a seasoned People and Culture professional with over 25 years of experience in various industries. She holds a master’s in Change Management and Transformation and has operated on a global basis. Passionate about diversity, inclusion, and creating performance-driven cultures, Malisha is dedicated to mentoring young people and fostering environments where everyone can thrive. She believes in leveraging technology to drive meaningful organisational change, combining a heart for people with the power of technology for impactful transformations.

Leverage Data to Make Better People-based Decisions

MARTIN SUTHERLAND
MARTIN SUTHERLANDGlobal Director, Peopletree Group
Martin Sutherland is the Global Director of Peopletree Talent Analytics International, a software and consulting firm specialising in talent analytics. As a founder member since 1998, he has overseen its global expansion to 47 countries. Martin combines his passion for people and technology to develop robust talent processes driven by powerful analytics, helping companies optimise their talent development efforts.

Designing and Creating a Just and Regenerative Business which Advocate for Purpose and Planet

DR MORNE MOSTERT
DR MORNE MOSTERTInternational Advisor, Strategic Foresight
Dr Morne Mostert is an international advisor on strategic foresight and executive decision-making,with assignments in Geneva, Paris, London, Rome, Barcelona, Madrid, Melbourne, Baku, Tokyo and several other economic hubs across Africa and the Middle East. Appointed by President Cyril Ramaphosa as a Commissioner on the National Planning Commission, he advises on economic futures, internationalisation, and climate change. He is a member of the renowned international think tank, the Club of Rome. His multi-award-winning thought leadership has been published internationally and he is a regular contributor to the business media on longer-term policy and strategy. Mostert was a member of the ILO international panel of experts on the Future of Work, was Director of the Institute for Futures Research and served on the board of the Bureau for Economic Research. With a PhD in Technology and Innovation, Mostert is also the inventor of the Mindset Index, a world-first in the scientific assessment of strategic mindsets.

Employee Experience: Bridging the Gap Between Concept and Measurement. Which Metrics to Use and How to Apply it.

LAURA PYCRAFT
LAURA PYCRAFTHead of People Solutions, Humanity The Employee Experience Company
Laura Pycraft is a passionate leader & expert in the fields of Employee Experience, Talent Management, and DEIB. Over the last decade she has worked alongside various multinational JSE, LSE & NYSE listed organizations in designing & running global talent interventions – enabling them to build better leaders, healthier environments, effective employee value propositions and aspirational employer brands. Laura is a firm believer that the future of Human Capital is tied to three core elements: Ethics, Systemic Data & Technology Literacy, and Total Employee Experience. Laura currently heads the Humanity People Solutions business – an advisory services firm operating throughout EMEA, specializing in Total Employee Experience management.
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