Roger currently works as an People Analyst for the University of Toronto. His main focus is in designing and creating people related reports (both regular frequency and adhoc) using various reporting tools such as Tableau Desktop and Power BI. He also assists in the gathering and submitting of data for the UniForum project, a benchmarking program for reviewing operational/administrative services that support U of T’s teaching and research activities. U of T is participating in this multi-university study along with other universities from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. As well, he is a part time Professor of HR Analytics at Sheridan College in Mississauga, where he has helped to create a new undergraduate course focusing on developing and presenting HR Metrics using Data Visualization software (Tableau Desktop). He has also been an HR Metrics and Workforce Analyst for ArcelorMittal Dofasco in Hamilton, the City of Burlington and Spin Master Toys in Toronto. He has presented/spoken several times at various HR/People Analytics Conferences.

Mike Fitzsimmons is the Co-Founder and CEO of Crosschq, the Hiring Intelligence Platform SaaS platform focused on Quality of Hire. Crosschq is Fitzsimmons’ fourth entrepreneurial venture, following his founding of Advanced TV Advertising Company Connekt, Inc., and Interactive Commerce Company Delivery Agent, which he grew to $175M in revenue. A founding partner of sports technology venture fund Intersect Ventures, which manages venture investments for top NBA players and other celebrities. He is also a founding member of The 941 Project, an initiative with Klay Thompson to help people overcome barriers to employment. Recognized on the Forbes Next 1000 list and as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, Fitzsimmons’ leadership has earned Crosschq a spot on Inc. Magazine’s Fastest Growing Private Company list and recognition as a Best Workplace by Purpose Driven Jobs. As a thought leader, he has been featured in major media outlets such as CNBC, CNN, Bloomberg, and Forbes. In his spare time, Fitzsimmons runs a film production company, MisFitz, and resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with his family.

Gordon is Mercer’s Global Rewards Solution Leader and has over 30 years of consulting experience, advising clients on how to strengthen the relationship between business strategy and people programs. He has extensive experience advising Boards of Directors and senior management on the design of market competitive total rewards programs that attract and retain top talent, align decision-making with organizational objectives and are consistent with sound governance practices. Gordon holds an MBA from Western University, and a Bachelors degree in Commerce with great distinction from McGill University.

Dr Hunt’s work focuses on the intersection of human psychology, work technology, and business performance. An internationally recognized thought leader in the field of Human Resource technology, he has worked with over one thousand companies around the globe spanning almost every industry. His work focuses on helping companies increase workforce agility and performance through improving employee experience, development, engagement, inclusion, and well-being.
A prolific writer and keynote speaker, Dr. Hunt is also author of Commonsense Talent Management: using strategic human resources to improve company performance and Hiring Success: the art and science of staffing assessment and employee selection. Dr. Hunt was awarded the honor of Fellow in the Society for Industrial-Organizational Psychology for advancing psychological science through creation of technology solutions that have positively influenced the quality of work for millions of employees.
Dr. Hunt’s career is devoted to the belief that better work environments create better world environments.

Dr. Buddhi Jayatilleke is the Chief Data Scientist and a founding member at Sapia.ai, one of the most trusted Al recruitment platforms, used by ASX and FTSE-listed companies including the Woolworths Group, Joe & the Juice, Starbucks Australia, Qantas Group, Holland & Barrett and BT Open Reach. Buddhi leads the science and innovations behind the Sapia Smart Interviewer, a text chat-based interview scored by AI. Prior to joining Sapia.ai, he spent over two years at Culture Amp as their first Lead Data Scientist developing machine learning models to extract insights from employee feedback. He is a former Senior Research Fellow with research interests in intelligent software agents, natural language processing, people analytics and AI ethics. Buddhi holds a PhD in Computer Science from the RMIT University and a Master of Software Systems Engineering from the University of Melbourne, Australia.

Tammy is the Director of HR for IBM Canada where she leads all aspects of the people and culture strategy impacting team members across the country. She is a member of the IBM Canada Executive Leadership team and works closely with IBM leaders both in Canada and globally to ensure the company’s people strategy in market is deeply grounded and aligned to business priorities. This includes championing digital transformation within IBM including the organization’s focus on leveraging automation and AI capabilities to improve HR processes, applications and technologies.

A committed advocate for people and driving change for the better, Tammy brings over 20 years of experience to her leadership role across talent and performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, HR technology & transformation, diversity & inclusion, compensation, and complex employee relations. Prior to joining IBM, Tammy held roles in HR Technology consulting with PwC Consulting (acquired by IBM), and with one of Canada’s largest retailers.

Tammy is a Board Member for Women in Communication and Technology (WCT) and member of the Conference Board of Canada and a graduate of York University and Humber College.

Dedicated and growth-oriented professional, Michael Kolcun, has six years of expertise in People Analytics. Blending change management, his technical skillset, and an understanding of data analytics’ best practices he supports his organization by designing automated PowerBI solutions, driving for high value/high impact analytics, and fostering operational excellence through innovation and automation. With a strong focus on leveraging technology to drive efficiencies and facilitate self-service capabilities, Michael excels in translating complex business needs into strategic human capital solutions. His collaborative approach and knack for building lasting relationships have been instrumental in mentoring and developing HR talent and delivering impactful insights across diverse organizational functions.

Ilia Maor is the Manager, HR Technology, Analytics, and Shared Services at the Regional Municipality of York. His background combines practitioner experience with enterprise technology and analytics, research & advisory services, and professional services spanning across public and private sectors in Canada and the US.

Evelyn McMullen manages the global ROI strategy team within the recruiting, talent management, workforce management, and employee experience markets. She is an expert in ROI analysis and brings that knowledge to help sellers and buyers of technology to understand and maximize the value of their HCM investments. Evelyn is a frequent speaker at industry events and has been quoted in numerous trade and business publications, including Fast Company, SHRM Online, and Business.com. In her spare time, she is an avid skier.

Maya Medeiros is an intellectual property lawyer, patent agent (Canada, US) and trademark agent (Canada, US) and has a degree in mathematics and computer science. She has extensive experience in artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, cryptography, payments, graph theory, risk management, gaming, face recognition, communications, healthcare and medical devices, virtual and mixed reality, wearables, and other computer-related technologies. She is a key contributor to www.insidetechlaw.com on the ethical and legal implications of artificial intelligence.

She advises on IP strategy and develops tailored IP policies and training programs. Maya prepares domestic and international IP registrations and manages international portfolios, including coordinating foreign associates for foreign application prosecution. She also drafts and negotiates agreements relating to IP assets, such as licences, confidentiality agreements, system access agreements, joint development, and collaboration agreements. Maya assists with due diligence, landscape and freedom-to-operate evaluations.

Zachary Nichol is the Manager of People Analytics with WSIB. Zachary has over 20 years of experience helping clients to develop information solutions in the private and public sectors, from both within IT and HR. Having held roles in digital consulting with Federal government clients, public sector work with municipalities (Ottawa and Hamilton), and private sector (steel maker ArcelorMittal Dofasco) he brings a unique and different perspective to help clients understand, anticipate and accelerate in the areas of Data and Information Management, Service Design and Operation, Digital Strategy & Transformation, Business Analysis, IT Governance & Optimization, Program & Project Leadership, and Organizational Change. He hold a Lean Six Sigma green belt and loves to incorporate design thinking into all levels of solution development.

Tami Nutt is the VP of Research & Insights at Aspect43, researching, writing, and connecting HR technology companies and HR professionals to help make work better. She is a former practitioner with over 17 years of HR experience and holds a Labor & Employment Law degree from Tulane Law School.

Remi is an associate in the Corporate/Commercial Group at our Montréal office. With over thirteen years’ experience as an international lawyer, Rémi practices in the fields of corporate and privacy law and is extremely knowledgeable about the technology, media and automotive sectors as well as all aspects of artificial intelligence.

Passionate about cars, Rémi is a specialist in the field of autonomous and connected vehicles, with a keen understanding of the legal challenges associated with this industry.

Rémi has accumulated work experience in many countries, including Luxembourg, Israel and Canada, with clients in various sectors such as private equity firms, real estate conglomerates, start-ups and financial institutions. He has extensive experience in the protection of personal information, with in-depth knowledge in international law firms, Rémi’s impeccable customer service skills and strategic approach enable him to resolve complex legal transactions. His experience in Tech has also led him to work with experts in smart mobility, health, telecoms, Fintech, Industry 4.0 and much more.

As Director of Advanced Analytics, Carol is fully engaged in the data driven strategy and transformation at Canada Post. She began her career specializing in statistics and research methods and now focusses on the latest powerful tools available through AI. She leads of team of data scientists as they leverage cloud computing, machine learning and simulations to fulfil their mandate to understand and optimize CPC’s business. Carol understands that using the most sophisticated technique is not always better and is more focussed on finding the simplest, most elegant solution to the current business problem.

Naba is a seasoned Senior Consultant within the People Consulting practice at EY Canada, with over 6 years of extensive experience in the field of Human Resources. She has been at the forefront of numerous HR projects, demonstrating a profound expertise in HR System Solutions, System Implementation, HR Analytics, Strategy, and Business Development.

With a passion for innovation, Naba has a proven track record of delivering cutting-edge HR technology solutions that not only enhance the employee experience but also streamline business processes to drive organizational efficiency.

As a thought leader in the intersection of AI and HR, Naba is dedicated to empowering HR professionals with insights to integrate AI into their HR strategies effectively. Her approach is rooted in the belief that technology, when harnessed correctly, can be a powerful enabler of human potential within the workplace.

My name is Polly Zhu, and I am a Senior Data Scientist at Canada Post, where I’ve been leveraging data-driven strategies for the past three years. I hold a Master of Management Analytics (MMA) degree from the University of Toronto, and my areas of expertise include machine learning, statistical analysis, and data visualization. I am passionate about transforming complex data into actionable insights, enabling businesses to make informed decisions.