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Schedule Day 1

Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

Times are listed in Central Standard Time

*Denotes Live Stream presentations

Schedule Key:

Included w/ ticket

Separate ticket

Aug 5th

Workshop

Dr. Darin Eich, InnovationTraining.org

Capitol Ballroom B | REQUIRES SEPARATE TICKET PURCHASE

Aug 5th

4:30PM

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Registration & Networking

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

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Aug 5th

Social

Innovation Showcase and Culture Impact Awards

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Hear three dynamic, 10-minute presentations from innovative companies shaping the future of work. Afterward, enjoy the Culture Impact Awards, honoring individuals who embody their organization’s values and foster meaningful, positive work environments. This is your chance to connect with fellow attendees and celebrate the impact one person can make—all while enjoying great food and conversation before the conference officially begins!

Schedule Day 2

Wednesday, August 6th, 2025

Times are listed in Central Standard Time

*Denotes Live Stream presentations

Aug 6th

9:00AM

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Registration & Networking

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Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 6th

10:00AM

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Welcome Message*

Zach Blumenfeld and Nick Lombardino

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 6th

Keynote

Abigail Epane-Osuala, GE HealthCare & GE HealthCare Foundation

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 6th

11:30AM

Activity

Lunch (Sponsored by ADVISA)

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Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 6th

Breakout

Eliza Jackson, Butcherbox

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 6th

Breakout

Gregg Ward, The Center for Respectful Leadership

Capitol Ballroom A

Aug 6th

Breakout

Jason Bowes, Human Synergistics, Inc.

Capitol Ballroom B

Aug 6th

1:30PM

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Session Break

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Exhibitor Hall

Aug 6th

2:00PM

Panel

Beyond Burnout - Creating Cultures Where Mental Health Matters*

Emma Leeds (People Function), Natasha Nikolaeva (STRETCHIT) and Alan Huynh (Meeko Health)

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 6th

Breakout

Hattie Roche, Fauna

Capitol Ballroom A

Aug 6th

3:00PM

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Session Break

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Exhibitor Hall

Aug 6th

Breakout

Amanda Diamondstein, Premier Nutrition

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 6th

Breakout

Maria Selvaggio Klagos, Phil, Inc.

Capitol Ballroom B

Aug 6th

4:30PM

Activity

Networking Activity + Happy Hour

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Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom + University Room

Aug 6th

5:30PM

Activity

Mystery Trip

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More details forthcoming...maybe.

Schedule Day 3

Thursday, August 7th, 2025

Times are listed in Central Standard Time

*Denotes Live Stream presentations

Aug 7th

8:15AM

Activity

Breakfast

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Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 7th

9:00AM

Activity

Day 2 Kick-off + STRETCHIT

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Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 7th

10:00AM

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Session Break

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Exhibitor Hall

Aug 7th

10:30AM

Panel

Building a Culture of Belonging in Hybrid Environments*

Heather Haas (ADVISA), Kayla Giordano (Augeo), Mihae Ahn (LineZero) and Dr. Julia Wiener (JW Strategies)

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 7th

Breakout

Mel Starkweather and Joe Plasterer, Cirrus Change Readiness

Capitol Ballroom B

Aug 7th

11:30AM

Activity

Food Cart Lunch (Sponsored by VLTED)

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On-premises, Capitol Square and Library Mall 

Aug 7th

Mini Breakout

Marciel Perez-Lovisolo, Telus Digital Experience

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 7th

Mini Breakout

Alan Huynh, Meeko Health

Capitol Ballroom A

Aug 7th

1:00PM

Breakout

The Joyful Connection Masterclass: Practice 3 Live Activities to Build Belonging at Work

Hansen Hunt and the Connection Crew

Capitol Ballroom B

Aug 7th

1:30PM

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Session Break (15min)

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Exhibitor Hall

Aug 7th

Mini Breakout

Pete Savage, CultureShape

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 7th

Mini Breakout

David Irwin, gThankYou

Capitol Ballroom A

Aug 7th

2:15PM

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Session Break (15min)

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Exhibitor Hall

Aug 7th

Breakout

Mark Cruth, Atlassian

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 7th

Breakout

Megan Berki, Rocket Lawyer

Capitol Ballroom A

Aug 7th

3:30PM

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Session Break

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Exhibitor Hall

Aug 7th

3:45PM

Activity

Closing Reflection and Final Remarks*

Zach Blumenfeld and Nick Lombardino

Madison/Wisconsin Ballroom

Aug 7th

4:15PM

Activity

Closing Celebration

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The University Room

Aug 7th

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REQUIRES SEPARATE TICKET PURCHASE

The Coopers Tavern

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