Operational Excellence in HR, Rewards, Benefits and Payroll
2026 RAEI Workshop & 19th Annual General Meeting
Presenters Details
Workshop Schedule
Day 2
9 October 2026
Conference Announcements and Lucky Draw
08:45 - 08:55
Strategic Partner Presentation
08:55 - 09:15
Innovation Showcase: Technology Shaping the Future of HR, Payroll and Employee Experience
Presentation by a strategic partner demonstrating innovative technologies supporting operational excellence.
Presenter: To be confirmed
Session 5: Strategic Presentation
09:15 - 10:00
Reimagining Employee Benefits: Designing a Reward Experience for the Workforce of Tomorrow
This session explores how employee benefits are evolving to meet the expectations of a diverse, multigenerational workforce while improving employee wellbeing, engagement and organizational performance.
Topics include:
• Total Rewards strategy
• Flexible benefits
• Financial wellbeing
• Retirement readiness
• Mental health support
Presenter: Ms Thiru Govender, Divisional Head: Corporate Consulting Division, Remchannel, Old Mutual.
Session 6: Legislative Update
10:00 - 10:55
Labour Law 2026: Navigating Legal Change with Confidence
A practical overview of recent labour law developments affecting Higher Education Institutions.
Topics include:
• Recent Labour Court judgments
• Legislative developments
• Managing employment risk
• Practical compliance strategies
Presenter: Ms Karlien Lourens, Human Resource Business Partner & Litigator, Grok HR Business Solutions
Refreshments & Networking 10:55 – 11:15
Session 7: Future-Focused Presentation
11:15 - 12:15
Beyond Reports: Transforming HR Data into Workforce Intelligence
How institutions can leverage data, technology and predictive analytics to improve workforce planning, strategic decision-making and institutional performance through deploying of Artificial Intelligence tools to increase efficiencies.
Topics include:
- Workforce analytics
- HR dashboards
- Predictive modelling
- Executive decision support
- Artificial Intelligence in HR, Rewards, Benefits and Payroll: From Automation to Intelligent Decision-Making
- Responsible AI and governance
Presenter: Ms Rene Richter, Chief Marketing Officer, Total Rewards Knowledge Hub.
Session 8: 19th Annual General Meeting of RAEI
12:15 - 13:00
Chairperson: Ms Kaylin Hollenbach
Important Note: Members of RAEI are hereby notified to submit points for the AGM agenda to the Administrator, Mr Peet du Plessis at info@raei.co.za The agenda closes on Monday, 28 September 2026.
Conference Evaluation and Lucky Draw
13:00 - 13:10
Delegates are requested to complete the conference evaluation before departure.
Lunch and Farewell
13:10 - 14:15
Closing networking opportunity and departure of delegates.