WORKTECH18 San Francisco

WORKTECH18 San Francisco is the forum for all those involved in the future of work and the workplace as well as real estate, technology and innovation. Discuss the latest thinking on the growing importance of workplace/real estate as a strategic tool for an organization’s business return. WORKTECH brings new ideas and inspiration to the workplace community through interdisciplinary speakers and learning experience to enhance creativity and move thinking forward.

Work Design Magazine readers will receive a special 20% discount on tickets!

Sessions and Speakers Include

The Art and Science of Murmuration: Burning Man’s Culture of Cooperative Leadership
Over the past 30 years, Burning Man has grown from a beach party to a global culture with tens of thousands of passionate volunteers. A new leadership paradigm has emerged to fuel this largely non-hierarchical “do-ocracy.”  Stuart Mangrum, Education Director, Burning Man Project

How We Work: Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity, and Embrace the Daily Grind
Dr. Leah Weiss discusses how to find purpose in the work you do based on her recently launched book: “How We Work: Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity, and Embrace the Daily Grind.” This event will be followed by a question and answer session and book signing.  Dr. Leah Weiss, Stanford Graduate School of Business Lecturer, corporate consultant, and author, Leah Weiss, Ph.D.

The Neuroscience of Emotional Resilience
In a world of relentless change, resilience is paramount for the success of your team, organization, bottom line. In this game-changing program, you’ll learn a proven set of neuroscience-based tools to help your team.  Christine Comaford, Leadership & Culture Coach, SmartTribes Institute

How eBay Transformed Its Campus From a Workplace Into an Immersive Experience
Using data visualizations and interactive media, Main Street brings the vibrant community of eBay buyers and sellers to life. For this behind-the-scenes session, our speakers will explore how they crafted a space that embodies company culture, brings the brand to life, draws innovative talent, and inspires employees.  Lars Kongshem, Director, Corporate Digital Experience, eBay; Emily Webster, Senior Experience Designer and Technologist, ESI Design

The Self Learning Workplace
Arjun will show how Zaha Hadid Architects use data analytics, sensor technology and smart algorithms to help create transformational opportunities for user-centred workplace design. He will explore how technology is helping create design processes that allow workplaces to become self-learning – adapting and transforming throughout their lifecycle as user needs evolve.  Arjun Kaicker, Co-Head of Workplace Analytics and Insights, Zaha Hadid

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Work Design Magazine readers receive a special 20% discount on tickets!