"Building a Culture of Belonging in Hybrid Environments"

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As hybrid work becomes the new normal, many organizations are finding that connection doesn't always carry over through a screen. Without hallway chats or shared office moments, creating a genuine sense of belonging takes greater intentionality.

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This panel brings together culture leaders who are rethinking how to build strong, connected teams across distance. They'll share real strategies for maintaining cohesion, recognizing contributions in meaningful ways and anchoring culture in shared purpose so that all employees feel safe, seen and supported, wherever they are.

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Whether you're managing a distributed team or shaping your organization’s people strategy, this session will offer practical guidance to help you create a more connected and inclusive hybrid culture.

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Through this session, you'll:​​

1. Learn techniques for maintaining team cohesion and connection across distributed work environments

2. Explore recognition strategies that help all employees feel valued, whether remote or in-person

3. Understand how purpose-driven cultures foster psychological safety no matter where people work

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Speaker Bio:

Kayla Giordano is a strategic marketing leader who has shaped the evolution of engagement and loyalty programs across diverse business landscapes for over a decade. As Vice President of Marketing within Augeo Workplace, she designs forward-thinking solutions that bridge technological innovation with authentic human connection.

A Wisconsin native, Kayla's journey spans from launching loyalty strategies for hundreds of financial institutions to reimagining workplace engagement for global enterprises. Her versatile expertise enables her to design tailored experiences for organizations ranging from emerging brands to industry leaders, including Mazda, USAA, The Wonderful Company, Fifth Third Bank, Procter & Gamble, Progressive and many more.

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Having navigated seismic shifts in workplace dynamics throughout her career, Kayla brings invaluable perspective on sustainable engagement in rapidly evolving environments. She consistently champions the integration of advanced technology and the power of AI, while maintaining a clear focus on what drives true engagement.

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Kayla's approach to authentic engagement is informed by her own commitment to community—from cheering at local sports events and school functions to supporting small, local businesses. Whether she's exploring nature on grand adventures or embracing simple, slow days at home, these experiences ground her understanding that genuine connection happens in both extraordinary moments and everyday interactions.