Why is work is still so “meh”? We’ve come through a global crisis but it changed us and many workplaces seem to have lost their magic. We’re hungry for purpose and meaning. We want our MOJO back!
In her newest keynote offering, Jennifer Moss offers a solution with 5 key takeaways. How to: (re)Imagine the future (re)Connect a diverse workforce, (re)Prioritize autonomy, (re)Build belonging, and most importantly (re)Store purpose and meaning.
Powerful storytelling will have you nodding, “you get me,” and simple to digest actions inspire a confidence that “I can do this!” It’s time to come together – leaders and teams – to (re)Discover Happiness at Work.
Bio:Jennifer Moss is a leading voice in workplace well-being, employee health and happiness. She is an international speaker, award-winning journalist, workplace culture strategist, and cofounder of the Work Better Institute, a global workforce policy think tank. Jennifer strategizes with leadership teams to measure well-being and improve organizational culture and performance. She is a former member of the Global Happiness Council, in partnership with Gallup and the UN, and contributor to their annual Global Happiness Policy Report. Jennifer’s work also appears in the HBR Guide to Beating Burnout and the HBR Emotional Intelligence Series.
Why Are We Here? is Jennifer’s third leadership book focused on workplace culture and wellness. Her last book, The Burnout Epidemic, was named by Thinkers50 as one of the 10 Best New Management Books of 2022. Unlocking Happiness at Work was named a business book of the year in the United Kingdom. She is a nationally syndicated radio columnist and writes for Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Fortune. As a workplace expert, Jennifer is regularly invited by global media outlets to share her research and insights.
Keynote: From Clicks to Impact: Achieving better health and business outcomes
As digital health and wellness platforms gain traction in the benefits landscape, the pressure is on to demonstrate not just engagement—but meaningful impact. How can these platforms move from being communication tools to engines of measurable outcomes? This session will explore how digital solutions can evolve from transactional touchpoints to integrated ecosystems that guide members through personalized, self-serve experiences—driving better health, higher satisfaction, and stronger ROI. We’ll examine how next-best-action technologies and intelligent benefit design can surface the right support at the right time, aligning member needs with organizational goals. We’ll also discuss what’s on the horizon: from predictive analytics to more seamless integrations that not only simplify life for plan sponsors, but also make it easier for members to access care, navigate benefits, and make informed decisions.
Key takeaways:
How to move beyond clicks to measure meaningful health and business outcomes
Ways digital platforms can support self-service and personalization for better engagement
The role of integrated ecosystems in improving decision-making for members and sponsors
A look ahead: emerging trends shaping the future of digital health and benefits strategy
Whether you're evaluating current tools or building your roadmap for the future, this session offers insights into how technology can bring value to the forefront—for both the plan sponsor and the people they support.
Bio:Lucy is the Senior Vice President of Product at GreenShield, where she leads innovation and product development. This includes all member and plan sponsor development within the GreenShield + ecosystem – encompassing claims and benefits, health services, and administration. Prior to joining GreenShield Lucy has held leadership roles in the employee benefits space, including with LifeWorks and TELUS Health. Combining a passion for frictionless member experience and a commitment to measuring outcomes, she brings to this role more than 20 years in the industry, leading large product teams. She holds a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Toronto.
Keynote: Future-Proofing HR: Rethinking Absence as a Strategic Advantage
As the pace of change accelerates, the way we support employees during time away from work is becoming a key differentiator in organizational resilience and culture. Poorly managed absence can quietly lead to long-term disengagement and loss of talent—but it doesn’t have to.
In this energizing and forward-looking keynote, Dallas Mercer—Founder and CEO of Dallas Mercer Consulting—invites HR leaders to adopt a new narrative on absence—one that sees it not as disruption, but as an opportunity to strengthen connection, culture, and recovery. With over 30 years of experience connecting health, work, and workplace well-being, Dallas shares practical strategies, data-backed insights, and real-world examples that show how a more intentional, human-centered approach can elevate both people and performance.
For HR professionals looking to lead through uncertainty and build stronger, more future-ready organizations, this session offers fresh thinking—and a powerful path forward.
Bio:Dallas Mercer is a nationally recognized leader in disability management and occupational health and safety. As the founder and CEO of Dallas Mercer Consulting (DMC), she has spent over 30 years helping employers across Canada navigate the complexities of workplace absence, return-to-work programs, sick leave, and workers’ compensation. Known for her practical approach, Dallas is a sought-after speaker and trusted advisor to C-suite executives, HR professionals, and safety leaders.
Since founding DMC in 2002, she has grown the company into a national firm including disability managers located across the country. DMC is widely respected for delivering measurable results and pioneering solutions that bridge the gap between health, productivity, and employee well-being.
Dallas holds a degree from Memorial University and has further sharpened her expertise through executive education programs at Harvard Business School and Ivey Business School. A highly respected business leader, she has received numerous accolades, including induction into the Atlantic Canada Business Magazine Top 50 CEO Hall of Fame and being named one of Atlantic Business Magazine’s “25 Most Powerful Women in Business” (2023).
Beyond her business success, Dallas is a dedicated mentor for female entrepreneurs, committed to fostering the next generation of leaders. She resides in Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador, with her family.
Keynote: Unleashing Your Greatness
In this inspirational most requested presentation, Buhle helps you to unleash your greatness by focusing on what sets you apart in a crowded marketplace. It will help you to discover how to stand out and reach your full potential as an individual, team or an organization. Greatness is not only the reserve of a few; individuals and teams who focus on these keys can unleash their greatness. This is an entertaining and inspirational talk that will leave you completely motivated while giving you practical tools to be great!
Inspire your leaders and teams to find their distinction and use it for personal and team success.
Key takeaways:
Set a higher standard for success and performance.
Help you turn your values into behaviours that drive your culture.
Equip you to cultivate an attitude that leads to success and growth.
Give you the needed momentum to re-imagine the future.
Bio:Buhle Dlamini is a top global speaker helping multinational organizations navigate the future of people and work. He brings expertise in Cultural Intelligence in the field of diversity and inclusion gained from years of experience working with companies around the globe. He helps teams and leaders to create the right inclusive culture to unleash their full potential for greatness.
He has met and worked with iconic leaders like Nelson Mandela and received an award from Desmond Tutu. He has been faculty for executive leadership programs by Cornel University and Duke Corporate Education, as well as the United Nations Global Executive Leadership Initiative (GELI). He weaves his personal story of success over adversity in all his presentations connecting with audiences at a personal and professional level.
