Recorded on October 21st '25 / 3:00 PM to 3:25 PM CEST

Winning the Future Battle for Employee Satisfaction: Recognition, Retention & Engagement in a Competitive World

Panel

Stage 6 - Experience | Room W5 View on map →

Beyond pay and perks – putting culture, fulfilment and peer recognition at the heart of work

In today’s market, the balance of power has shifted. Employees and applicants hold the cards, and organisations that still rely on pay or transactional rewards risk losing out. This panel explores how peer-to-peer recognition, role fulfilment and a culture of belonging can unlock engagement, reduce burnout and help employers stand out in a crowded talent landscape.

Speakers

Francesca Dellacroce

Global Head of Group Organization

Barilla Group

Johanna Hummer

Vice President, Global People & Culture

Opella

Heather Rogers

Global Strategy Director

O.C. Tanner

The new workforce reality is clear: culture is currency. As competition for talent intensifies, employees are demanding more than salary packages – they want purpose, recognition, wellbeing and authentic connection. This panel discussion will reveal practical tactics to inspire your workforce, strengthen engagement and sustain loyalty. From embedding peer-to-peer recognition to blending AI with the human touch, discover how to deepen your relationship with employees and create a workplace culture that wins hearts and minds as well as business results.

Explore new approaches to engagement in an environment where the employee is king
Move beyond transactional rewards to role fulfilment and cultural recognition
Harness peer-to-peer recognition as a driver of motivation and belonging
Strengthen employee relationships to reduce burnout and sustain wellbeing
Blend tech, AI and the human touch to shape inspiring workplace culture
Gain practical tactics to stand out in a fiercely competitive talent market

Company Culture

Talent Management

See the 2025 Agenda