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Workday Elevate is your chance to see how we’re helping EMEA organisations reach new levels of success. See what we’ve got lined up for you below.

Tuesday 13 May 2025 | 08:30 - 19:00 CEST
House of People / Folkets Hus
Barnhusgatan 12–14, SE 111 23 Stockholm

08:30–09:30

Registration and Breakfast

09:30–09:40

Welcome from Workday
- Emilie Solomon
  
  Regional Sales Director, Workday

09:40–10:25

Leading Change like a Diplomatic Rebel – 5 Steps to Building an Intrapreneurial Culture
- David Gram
  
  Experienced innovation leader and Co-Founder of Diplomatic Rebels
In a world defined by rapid change and potential disruption, companies and leaders must take charge to stay ahead. Future success hinges on the ability to continuously experiment with new technologies, new ways of working, and new value propositions - through close collaboration with customers and external partners.

David Gram, Co-Founder of Diplomatic Rebels and former Venture Partner at LEGO Ventures, will share his hard-learned lessons from tackling disruptions, building world class innovation capabilities, and balancing the disruptive forces of change with a clear understanding and care for the past - or as he calls it, being a Diplomatic Rebel. The presentation will include insights on:.

10:25–11:00

Building Resilience in the Age of AI: How Companies Adapt, Innovate, and Grow Through Strategic Partnerships
- Fredrik Mårtensson
  
  Group CFO, Skandia
- Annelie Hjertenstein
  
  Director Group People Tech and HR Operations, Lantmännen
Building Resilience in the Age of AI: How Companies Adapt, Innovate, and Grow Through Strategic Partnerships.

11:00–11:30

Networking Break

11:30–12:00

Workday Innovation Keynote
- Clare Hickie
  
  CTO EMEA, Workday
- Riley Hawkins
  
  Sr Principal, Product Strategist, Workday

12:00–12:15

Workday Forward Thinkers Award

12:15–13:00

Lunch

Breakout 1
Breakout 2
Breakout 3
Breakout 4
Hands-On Labs / Scavenger Hunts

13:00–13:30

- Breakout 1
- Elevating Humans
- HR
Strategy & Vision: Moving the Office of the CHRO Forever Forward
- Rich Bye
  
  VP, Global Product Vision & Experience, Workday
Workday HCM Suite is the AI platform that elevates HR. Transform HR into a strategic powerhouse by unlocking total workforce insights on a dynamic AI-powered platform designed for extensibility, personalised experiences and operational efficiency. Join this session to hear our vision on how HR can embrace new ways of working and navigate the future.

13:30-13:45

Break

13:45–14:15

- Breakout 1
- Elevating Humans
- HR
Become the Destination Workplace
- Richard Doherty
  
  Sr. Director, Product Marketing, Workday
Inspire, empower and be the place your people want to be. Enhance your employer brand and reduce turnover by building an engaging culture where top talent wants to work, where people are valued and thrive. Utilising AI and comprehensive data, Workday offers contextual, tailored experiences that draw in top candidates, expedites employee development and removes barriers to internal mobility..

14:15-14:30

Break

14:30–15:00

- Breakout 1
- Elevating Humans
- HR
The EU Pay Transparency Directive: Driving Equity and Fairness in the Workplace
- Joakim Coker
  
  Sr Value Manager, Workday
- Ulrich Feldfos
  
  Sr Solution Consultant, Workday
Join this session to explore the journey towards the EU Pay Transparency Directive, its role in closing the gender pay gap and its impact on your business and workforce. You'll learn key requirements on how to prepare for transparent pay reporting, as well as actionable steps you can take to ensure fair and equitable pay practices.

15:00-15:15

Break

15:15-15:45

- Breakout 1
- Elevating Humans
- HR
Develop Your Future Workforce
- Liam Smees
  
  Director, Strategic Customer Engagement - AI | HiredScore
- Marika Leinonen
  
  Principal, Solution Consultant, Workday
The future of work is fluid. To thrive, you need a workforce that can adapt at a moment's notice. Workday empowers you to build that resilience. Elevate your talent practices with AI-powered, skills-based talent management, agile workforce planning tools, support for flexible organisation structures and personalised learning – so you can foster a culture of adaptability and growth.

13:00–13:30

- Breakout 2
- Power of Platform
- Finance
Strategy & Vision: Moving the Office of the CFO Forever Forward
- Marion Carr
  
  Financials Product Marketing Director, Workday
- Riley Hawkins
  
  Sr Principal, Product Strategist, Workday
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..

13:30-13:45

Break

13:45-14:15

- Breakout 2
- Power of Platform
- Finance
Transforming FSI Operations: Harnessing Workday's Potential for Finance and HR Excellence
- Johan Jerresand
  
  Partner & Finance Transformation Digital Lead, PwC
Join us for an insightful 30-minute session where PwC Sweden delves into the transformative potential of the Workday platform for organizations within the Financial Services Industry. As the FSI sector grapples with inherently complex system architectures, the need for streamlined, agile, and integrated solutions has never been more critical. In this session, we will explore how leveraging Workday's capabilities empowers FSI organizations to simplify their operational frameworks, and drive substantial value creation. We'll discuss:
- Reducing Complexity: Discover how Workday's unified platform minimizes the intricacies of traditional system architectures, providing a seamless experience across Finance and HR functions.
- Finance and HR Transformation: Learn how Workday facilitates transformative change, enabling these critical functions to adapt to new ways of working, enhance collaboration, and improve decision-making processes.
- Value Creation: Understand how utilizing Workday can lead to measurable improvements in operational efficiency, compliance, and risk management, ultimately fostering a culture of innovation and growth. Our panelists will share real-world examples and strategic insights on how PwC can support you in effectively implementing Workday within your organization, ensuring a smoother transition and maximizing the platform's benefits."

14:15–14:30

Break

14:30-15:00

- Breakout 2
- Power of Platform
- Finance
Strategy & Vision: Shape the Future With Workday Adaptive Planning
- Linda Hannu Sturk
  
  Group Controller, LKAB Minerals
- Yvonne Dirken
  
  Business Systems Manager, LKAB Minerals
- Marcus Sohlman
  
  Financial Planning Specialist Executive, Workday
In an unpredictable business environment, agility in planning is more critical than ever. Join us for an exclusive look at Workday Adaptive Planning and discover how it empowers organisations with smarter, more flexible, AI-driven financial planning. We’ll explore key differentiators, showcase success stories and provide a sneak peek into upcoming innovations.

15:00–15:15

Break

15:15-15:45

- Breakout 2
- Power of Platform
- Finance
Transforming Finance with AI and Automation
- Payton Russell
  
  Director, Consulting Services, Cognizant
Join us to explore how Workday Financials helps organisations modernise finance by embedding AI and automation directly into core business processes. We’ll show how Workday’s unified platform enables real-time reporting, streamlined operations and intelligent decision-making. You'll also discover how automation reduces manual effort and frees finance teams to focus on more strategic, value-added work, all while improving accuracy and efficiency.

13:00–13:30

- Breakout 3
- Illuminate Your Workday
- IT
Automating Workday Operations: How Boliden Scales with Kainos
- Johanna Bergvall
  
  HR Tech Manager, Boliden
- DJ
  
  Deepti Jain
  
  Solutions Consultant, Kainos
Discover how Boliden has automated the management of key operational areas of Workday with Kainos. Learn how the Swedish mining giant has driven efficiencies, enhanced risk coverage, and achieved greater Workday ROI. Hear from Kainos on how your HR team can cut manual effort and speed up delivery of Workday and organisational change.

13:30-13:45

Break

13:45–14:15

- Breakout 3
- Illuminate Your Workday
- IT
Human Capital trends through a Workday lens
- Rasmus Krzesinski
  
  Nordic Workday Lead, Deloitte
How can you access, develop and motivate the workforce that is needed for your organization to thrive. With an outset in Deloitte’s 2025 Human Capital Trends report and Workday’s latest insights on the Global State of Skills, this session delves into strategies for navigating workforce tensions, addressing skills gaps, and leveraging technology to build agile, future-ready organizations.

14:15-14:30

Break

14:30–15:00

- Breakout 3
- Illuminate Your Workday
- IT
Start with Data: Building the Foundation for AI-Ready Organizations
- Ingvild De Iacovo
  
  Manager - HR optimization, Kongsberg Maritime
- Cornelia Polmar
  
  Sr Customer Success Manager, Workday
Before you can unlock the potential of AI, you need the right data - clean, connected, and trusted. In this session, hear how Kongsberg is focusing on mastering its data to prepare for the future. Whether AI is part of today’s plan or tomorrow’s vision, getting your data right now is the most important step. Learn how Workday can support your AI journey with intuitive, data-driven experiences.

15:00-15:15

Break

15:15-15:45

- Breakout 3
- Illuminate Your Workday
- IT
The Power to Build on the Workday Platform: How Spotify Built 6 Apps with Workday Extend
- Ramesh Muthusamy
  
  HRIS Manager, Spotify
- Lucas Mattsson
  
  Account Executive, Digital Sales Workday
Workday Extend unlocks new possibilities by enabling businesses to build custom apps, integrate with ease, and future-proof their tech. Spotify has leveraged Extend to create six successful apps, striking the right balance between building and integrating for maximum ROI. Hear their key learnings, best practices, and how they ensured satisfaction across users, stakeholders, and the organization.

13:00–13:30

- Breakout 4
- Industry
Moving Financial Services and Insurance Forward
- Adam Hansson Tönning
  
  Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, Multitude
- Viren Patel
  
  Sr. Industry Advisor, Financial Services, Workday

13:30-13:45

Break

13:45–14:15

- Breakout 4
- Industry
Moving Retail & Hospitality Forward: Lessons from Stark Group’s 5-Year Digital Evolution
- Laurent Homeyer
  
  Senior Industry Advisor - Retail, Hospitality, & Transportation, Workday
- Heidi Ethelberg
  
  Senior Director Group HR Operations, Stark Group
Retail, hospitality, and consumer goods businesses must adapt to rapid change. Stark Group has done just that—growing to 19,000 employees in five years while implementing Workday across multiple regions. In this session, we’ll discuss IDC’s latest findings on industry trends, AI’s role in transformation, and how Stark Group leveraged technology to scale efficiently while addressing unique market challenges.

14:15-14:30

Break

14:30–15:00

- Breakout 4
- Industry
Get in Shape, Stay in Shape, Make HR Excellent: Höganäs' Strategic Plan
- Fredrik Heidenholm
  
  VP Group HR Sweden, Höganäs
- Hannele Koskenmäki
  
  Sales Executive, Nordics, Strada
Join Höganäs as they unveil their strategic plan to transform HR excellence over the next five years. The presentation will guide you through Höganäs' comprehensive approach to getting in shape, staying in shape, and achieving HR excellence.

15:00-15:15

Break

15:15-15:45

- Breakout 4
- Industry
Moving Professional Business Services Forward
- Marcus Scheibe
  
  Industry Advisor, Professional and Business Services, EMEA, Workday
- Heidi Kalhagen
  
  Product Manager BDO
AI, client expectations, and talent shortages – the pressure is on for Professional and Business Services firms. But what if these challenges were actually opportunities in disguise? Backed by new IDC research, we'll explore the real-world strategies Services firms are implementing to conquer margin pressures, attract top talent, and leverage AI for transformative growth. Learn how to turn disruption into a competitive advantage and achieve results.

13:00–13:30

- Hands-On Labs / Scavenger Hunts
Hands on Lab: Workday Peakon
- Ulrich Feldfos
  
  Sr Solution Consultant, Workday
- Hampus Lennstrand
  
  Sr Solution Consultant, Workday
Hands-On Labs give Workday customer the opportunity to learn by doing. Led by the Solution Consultants team, customers get to try out the product or expand existing knowledge with curated activities.

NOTE: Pre-registration is needed for this session.

13:30-13:45

Break

13:45–14:15

- Hands-On Labs / Scavenger Hunts
Workday Scavenger Hunt
- Malin Gustafsson
  
  Principal, Solution Consulting, Workday
- Hampus Lennstrand
  
  Sr Solution Consultant, Workday
Workday Scanvenger Hunt gives you the opportunity to learn by doing. Led by the Solution Consultants team, you get to try out the product or expand existing knowledge with curated activities. NOTE: Pre. registration is needed for this session.

14:15-14:30

Break

14:30–15:00

- Hands-On Labs / Scavenger Hunts
Workday Scavenger Hunt
- Hampus Lennstrand
  
  Sr Solution Consultant, Workday
- Malin Gustafsson
  
  Principal, Solution Consulting, Workday
Workday Scanvenger Hunt gives you the opportunity to learn by doing. Led by the Solution Consultants team, you get to try out the product or expand existing knowledge with curated activities. NOTE: Pre. registration is needed for this session.

15:00-15:15

Break

15:15-15:45

- Hands-On Labs / Scavenger Hunts
Hands on Lab: Workday Financial Planning
- Linda Heiskanen
  
  Sr Solution Consultant - Specialized CFO
Hands-On Labs give Workday customer the opportunity to learn by doing. Led by the Solution Consultants team, customers get to try out the product or expand existing knowledge with curated activities.

NOTE: Pre-registration is needed for this session.

15:45–16:00

Break

16:00–16:45

Understanding Our Changing World from A Nordic Perspective
- Anna Rosling Rönnlund
  
  TED-speaker, Author and Co-Founder of Gapminder
Join the for an eye-opening and inspiring keynote by Anna Rosling Rönnlund, co-founder of Gapminder and co-author of the international bestseller Factfulness. With her unique mix of photography, social science, and global data, Anna will take us on a journey through the major trends shaping our world — and what they mean for the future of the Nordic region.
In this session, Anna will challenge common misconceptions, reveal surprising global patterns, and offer practical tools to help us think more clearly in a time of rapid change. From population shifts and economic development to technology and AI, her talk brings the big picture into focus — in a fun, fact-based, and hopeful way.

16:45–17:00

Wrap Up from Workday

17:00–19:00

Workday Networking Mingle

Drinks and Canapes will be served.

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