6th Annual Conference & Exhibition
REAL ESTATE DECISIONS & HYBRID WORKPLACE
October 3rd, 2023
Brdo Congress Center, Slovenia
Atypical Business Conference
for Thought Leaders
and Curious Minds
WDC23 shines the spotlight on the very first phase of the workplace change project: research and planning. Gain insight from experts and explore best practice case studies to understand the vital role data is playing in the successful planning of any corporate real estate and workplace transformation project. If you are planning a project like this or thinking about it, make sure you don’t miss this year’s conference.
WDC23 shines the spotlight on the very first phase of the workplace change project: research and planning. Gain insight from experts and explore best practice case studies to understand the vital role data is playing in the successful planning of any corporate real estate and workplace transformation project.
Workplace Design Conference is an experience-based, results-oriented, super practical event bringing together business leaders and professionals. They attend WDC to create more efficient workspaces for their companies. And more successful businesses.
A day full of questions and answers, challenges and solutions. And best practice case studies from local and international workplace strategy projects.
Alenka Kragelj Eržen
FOUNDER & CEO
Kragelj Architects, Slovenia
Workplace Design Conference is an experience-based, results-oriented, super practical event bringing together business leaders and professionals. They attend WDC to create more efficient workspaces for their companies. And more successful businesses.
A day full of questions and answers, challenges and solutions. And best practice case studies from local and international workplace strategy projects.
Alenka Kragelj Eržen
FOUNDER & CEO
Kragelj Architects, Slovenia
Kragelj Architects, Slovenia
6 years of tradition
19+ speakers
255+ attendees
200+ minutes of networking
you'll meet...
Workplace Design Conference is, first and foremost, designed for Business Leaders, Company Executives and Entrepreneurs. You will meet many of your colleagues there, heads of SMB, SME and large enterprises.
WDC is also a must attend event for Workplace Strategists, HR Professionals, Facility Managers, Real Estate Professionals, Interior Architects, Designers and other key people who want to help improve performance, collaboration and talent retention in their organizations by matching workplace design and technology with strategic vision and sound management.
The WDC conference provided excellent opportunities for networking and all sessions were very informative. More importantly, we heard proven strategies of aligning the work environment with the needs of the people, with the new technologies and the overall vision of the organization.
Tomaž Šalamon
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Banka Sparkasse d.d., Slovenia
WHO’S SPEAKING
WDC23 speakers
This year’s conference will center around the initial phases of workplace projects, unleashing the power of research and planning.
LEARN SOMETHING NEW
AGENDA WDC23
8:30–9:00
Reception Opens / Morning Coffee
9:00–9:05
Main Stage
Welcome
Alenka Kragelj Eržen
Introduction to WDC23 Day
Nigel Oseland
9:05–9:50
Main Stage
Working forward – Hard facts, soft skills
Peter Ippolito, Ippolito Fleitz Group
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Today, working does not necessarily mean the office … and the office is not just a place of work, which, as we have learned, can be performed in many different places. Designing work environments today means engaging with processes to create changeable tools with strong identities that bring a company’s values and purpose to life and put their users at the center.
9:50–10:25
Main Stage
Breaking the Mold: How Changing Leadership Mindsets at an Early Stage Can Drive Change
Gerda Stelpstra, Cushman & Wakefield
Are you struggling to get your office environment transformation initiatives off the ground? Are you experiencing resistance or a lack of engagement from employees during the process? You’re not alone. Despite the proven success of executive sponsorship as the number one factor in successful change, change management is often overlooked in office change projects.
In this presentation, we will delve into the impact of bad or no change management and explain why it’s a critical piece of the puzzle for successful transformation. We’ll share practical examples of what business leaders can do to drive change, and the role they play in ensuring success.
We showcase a client case study that highlights the dos and don’ts of change management. Learn from their experience as we explore what worked and what didn’t. Gain insights on how to better approach change management in your own office environment transformation initiatives.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical advice on how to make your office environment transformation a success. Join us for a thought-provoking and engaging presentation that will leave you inspired and equipped to tackle change management head-on.
In this presentation, we will delve into the impact of bad or no change management and explain why it’s a critical piece of the puzzle for successful transformation. We’ll share practical examples of what business leaders can do to drive change, and the role they play in ensuring success.
We showcase a client case study that highlights the dos and don’ts of change management. Learn from their experience as we explore what worked and what didn’t. Gain insights on how to better approach change management in your own office environment transformation initiatives.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical advice on how to make your office environment transformation a success. Join us for a thought-provoking and engaging presentation that will leave you inspired and equipped to tackle change management head-on.
10:25-11:00
Break
11:00–11:40
Main Stage
Framing the possible
Kay Sargant, HOK
Senior Principal and Director of WorkPlace
Attracting and retaining talent now hinges on an employer’s ability to meet the diverse needs of their employees while enabling their teams to do their best work, regardless of location. To be successful going forward, organizations must reposition the workplace as a destination that enhances how people work. We need to ensure organizations view the workspace as an asset, not a liability, and embrace the potential that can be created by providing high-performance workspace. To do so, we need to have a clear vision of what is possible and develop a workplace strategy based on each organizations specific DNA, not just based on copying what other companies are doing. And we need to engage employees in the process to have an inclusive and holistic approach.
In this new ecosystem of hybrid spaces, the purpose of place becomes increasingly important, and knowing how to get there. Now is the time to rethink what can be.
In this new ecosystem of hybrid spaces, the purpose of place becomes increasingly important, and knowing how to get there. Now is the time to rethink what can be.
11:40–12:15
Main Stage
To be announced
Session
11:40–12:20
Main Stage
The (fantastic) future of workplace strategy
Neil Usher
Neil Usher will focus on the importance of taking a comprehensive approach to workplace strategy. Usher argues that the success of a workplace project is determined long before the construction phase begins, as it involves understanding the organization’s culture, objectives, and how its employees work. He emphasizes the need to involve employees in the initial stages of a workplace change project to understand their needs and preferences. Additionally, Usher will highlight the importance of continually adapting workplace strategies to meet the evolving needs of the organization and its employees. He suggests that workplace design should be flexible and adaptable to support different work styles and enable innovation. Understanding change is crucial as it begins before the project starts and continues long after it is deemed complete. Usher will conclude by encouraging organizations to embrace experimentation and continually adapt their workplace strategies to keep up with the changing needs of work environment.
12:20-13:30
Lunch and networking
13:00–13:30
Parallel Stage
Mastermind Session with Speakers (Premium)
13:30–13:50
Main Stage
Best practice Case studies
Kragelj Architects Team
13:50-14:25
Main Stage
To be announced
Session
14:25-15:00
Main Stage
Panel with WDC23 Speakers
Moderated by Nigel Oseland
15:00-15:05
Main Stage
Closing Words
Alenka Kragelj Eržen
15:05-17:00
Main Hall
After event networking
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- Lunch & Refreshments during breaks
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- Premium seat
- Exclusive meet and chat with speakers
- Access to sessions recordings after the conference
Virtual Pass
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Access to main conference program, interactive expo area, Lunch & Refreshments
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- Lunch & Refreshments during breaks
- Goodie bag and exclusive offers
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Everything included in the Conference Pass + exclusive benefits: Premium seat, Exclusive meet and chat with speakers, Access to sessions recordings
- Access to main conference program
- Lunch & Refreshments during breaks
- Goodie bag and exclusive offers
- Premium seat
- Exclusive meet and chat with speakers
- Access to session recordings after the conference
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Access to main conference program via live streaming, access to session recordings
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FEEDBACK FROM PAST ATTENDEES
You could tell that people were eager to learn
“ Simply put, this was a GREAT conference! You could easily tell that people were eager to learn; a few hands were always up, taking photos of slides. Myself included. 🙂 There is nothing sweeter than “stealing” a little piece of inspiration. As far as I know, this was one of the first regional Workplace Design conferences, which is surprising when you think of the amount of time we spend in offices. Keep up the great work, and see you next year! “
“ Simply put, this was a GREAT conference! You could easily tell that people were eager to learn; a few hands were always up, taking photos of slides. Myself included. 🙂 There is nothing sweeter than “stealing” a little piece of inspiration. As far as I know, this was one of the first regional Workplace Design conferences, which is surprising when you think of the amount of time we spend in offices. Keep up the great work, and see you next year! “
Excellent topics and speakers
“ I was very pleased with the conference topics and how the speakers presented them in a simple and practical way. I was also positively surprised that so many agile, high-performance workplaces have already been designed in Slovenia. Congratulations! Gantner works on similar projects internationally and I learned many new concepts that I will be able to apply in my work. “
“ I was very pleased with the conference topics and how the speakers presented them in a simple and practical way. I was also positively surprised that so many agile, high-performance workplaces have already been designed in Slovenia. Congratulations! Gantner works on similar projects internationally and I learned many new concepts that I will be able to apply in my work. “
A perfect blend of practice and theory
“ The Workplace Design Conference was a perfect blend of practical examples and theoretical insights into workplace strategies and design. Through presentations, networking, and a lively panel discussion we learned about the importance of creating a work environment that fosters employee engagement and innovation. Which is really essential for any company’s success. “
“ The Workplace Design Conference was a perfect blend of practical examples and theoretical insights into workplace strategies and design. Through presentations, networking, and a lively panel discussion we learned about the importance of creating a work environment that fosters employee engagement and innovation. Which is really essential for any company’s success. “
I got a lot of great ideas
“ The link between psychology and physical spaces as explained to us by dr. Oseland was unknown to me, yet is completely logical. His presentations gave me a number of ideas on how to make our people at A1 feel better and more productive. A simple fact is that satisfaction with the work environment leads to more creativity and innovation. “
“ The link between psychology and physical spaces as explained to us by dr. Oseland was unknown to me, yet is completely logical. His presentations gave me a number of ideas on how to make our people at A1 feel better and more productive. A simple fact is that satisfaction with the work environment leads to more creativity and innovation. “
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WHO inspired us in PREVIOUS years
Previous WDC Speakers
Kirk Vallis
Global Head of Creativity Development Google, USA
Alex Pinter
Strategic Innovation & Growth Lead
Accenture, Austria
Ruben Van Eijk
Head of Creative Shop CEE Meta, USA
Asif Sadiq, MBE
Senior Vice President, Head of Equity and Inclusion,
Warner Media, UK
Michal Matlon
Place & Architecture Psychologist
theLivingCore, Austria
Dr. Ken Dooley
Chief Strategy Officer for Empathic Building
Haltian, Finland
Peter Baumann
Global Head of Real Estate & Facilities Projects
SAP, Switzerland
Randy Gage
Author & Speaker RandyGage.com, USA
Dr. Nigel Oseland
WP Strategist & Change Manager
Workplace Unlimited, UK
Thomas Fundneider
Founder & CEO
theLivingCore, Austria
Alenka Kragelj Eržen
Lead Architect and CEO
Kragelj Architects, Slovenia
Monika Ivanović
Head of Employer Branding
Infobip, Croatia
Tatjana Milnović
Global Brand Strategist
Infobip, Croatia
Roko Malkoč
Product Director
Better, Slovenia
Božidarka Radović
Product Lead
Better, Slovenia
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