The world of work is changing at a pace we’ve never experienced before. Economic pressure, evolving employee expectations, and rapid advances in AI are reshaping how organizations operate.
But as the demand for speed, clarity, and business impact intensifies – how can EX teams stay ahead and exceed the pace of change?
Catch up in this on-demand recording for a practical look at what’s coming next in employee experience. Unily’s latest whitepaper sets the stage, and our expert panel of global leaders will share how they’re preparing for the future, with real-world insights you can apply now.
What you’ll learn
- What the next phase of enterprise AI means for digital workplace strategies
- How friction-free work will become the ultimate performance advantage
- Which metrics Internal Comms leaders will be judged on
- And lots more – all to help guide your employee experience planning for 2026.
Who is this recording for
- HR leaders
- Internal Communications leaders
- IT & Digital Workplace leaders
- Transformation and Culture teams
- Anyone driving employee experience strategy
Why you should watch
- Stay ahead of the game and discover the EX trends to stay on top of
- Get practical insights on how leading enterprises are enabling greater speed and productivity
- Learn about the technical and cultural shifts needed to unlock the true benefits of AI in the digital workplace
Meet the speakers:
Kaz Hassan — Senior Community & Partner Marketing Manager
Having spent 10 years immersed in the employee experience space, Kaz has a reputation for being a thought leader with a cutting-edge stance on the latest industry trends and predictions. His experience rolling out more than 20 intranets to over a million employees means he has on-the-ground knowledge and data to back up his innovative perspectives - and he is not afraid to challenge the status quo. Kaz joined Unily in 2018 and is now a regular speaker at industry events including Unily's Unite - the #1 employee experience conference.
Laura Kennedy — Director, Team Member Communications at Life Time Inc.
Laura Kennedy is a seasoned communications leader with more than a decade of experience helping employees feel connected, informed and inspired. As Director of Team Member Communications at Life Time Inc., she leads efforts to align teams around company goals, support leaders in communicating more effectively and deliver clear, engaging messages that drive action. A former journalist with a people-first approach, Laura brings a thoughtful perspective on how great communication shapes the employee experience and business success
Pinaki Kathiari — CEO at Local Wisdom
With over 25 years working with global companies, conglomerate agencies, and startups, Pinaki works with clients to enhance reputation, sales, productivity, and quality through human experience and work communication.
Pinaki sits on the board of the IABC New York Tristate Chapter as VP of Professional Development and co-hosts the podcast “Why Does It Feel So Wrong to Be Human at Work?”. Additionally, Pinaki volunteers as a Business Mentor for WOMEN Unlimited.
Jenny Shiers — Chief People Officer at Unily
Jenny is Unily's first Chief People Officer, having joined in 2023 from Salesforce where she was VP of Employee Success UKI & North EMEA. She has significant experience working to develop and execute innovative people strategies, with a focus on equality and attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent in the market. She is passionate about maintaining and scaling Unily's strong and unique culture to support its phenomenal growth and believes that enhancing employee experience and engagement is the secret sauce for any business. Previously, she worked as an employment lawyer in City law firms