HR Day | Human Potential and AI: Building the Future of Work Together

Anna Glynn

Anna Glynn is a speaker, trainer and author on thriving workplaces.

Having spent ten years working in the financial services industry including leading national sales teams, Anna translates the latest research from Positive Psychology (and beyond) into relatable and practical strategies that empower people and performance to thrive.

In her practice, Anna has worked with a range of global organisations, including many in the legal industry, teaching them what leads to greater engagement, resilience, wellbeing and performance at work.

Her mission is to create workplaces where people can be at their best each day and are better off having worked there.

Sharon Henderson

Legal Recruitment Specialist at Legal People

Sharon is one of the leading, most respected specialist legal recruiters in Australia having successfully recruited Lawyers, Management & HR staff to the legal industry for over 20 years. She is also the Director & Owner of Legal People.

Soozey Johnstone

Director at Method9

Soozey Johnstone is a researcher, executive dynamics facilitator, author and diversity champion.

Soozey’s work focuses on the gap between what people want for themselves, what their organisation wants from them, and how to bring those two things into alignment – in the process releasing a gale of productivity for the organisation and vastly improved personal satisfaction for the individuals concerned. She is the brains behind dramatic turnarounds in organisation’s performances solely by focusing on their people.

For over 20 years Soozey has been analysing behavioural themes in hundreds of businesses, from global corporates to start-ups across a variety of industries including manufacturing, health, banking, IT, legal, risk, accounting, logistics, education and environment.

Founding Director, Method9

Director, Patienteer

Founder, Director, TechDiversity

Author, I Am The Problem

Professional Doctorate DProf (Transdisciplinary) Middlesex University

Liz Aitken

Partner, National Head of Workplace Relations & Safety at SLF Lawyers

Liz is an award-winning workplace relations lawyer bringing knowledge, experience and passion to her work.

With a track record of delivering strong client-focused results, Liz’s drive and dynamism make her sought-after as an HR business partner and legal advisor. Her talent is turning workforce challenges into opportunities for positive cultural change, increased productivity and advancement of business goals.

Liz was previously a partner at a national mid-tier law firm. She has held a range of executive and board positions for professional associations, including Victorian Women Lawyers and the Law Institute of Victoria’s Workplace Relations Section.

In 2015, Liz was named Young Gun of the Year at the Australian Women in Law Awards.

In 2018, she was recognised by the Australian Financial Review as the youngest partner appointed among participating Australian law firms.

Liz regularly speaks at professional conferences and events – headlining alongside business, political and government leaders like Lord Mayor Sally Capp, Lee Lin Chin and Commissioner Kate Jenkins – as well as featuring in major news publications.

Tenille Saffin

General Manager of People & Capability at Sladen Legal

Tenille Saffin is the General Manager of People & Capability at Sladen Legal, where she collaborates closely with the firm’s leadership team to uphold a positive workplace culture and deliver exceptional client experiences. With a Master’s in Workplace Relations and additional studies in coaching, psychometrics, business, and mediation, Tenille brings a comprehensive approach to human resources management. ​

Before her tenure at Sladen Legal Tenille held senior roles across various sectors, including professional services. She is recognised as a change agent, having achieved significant milestones such as securing accreditation as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and attaining Inclusive Employer status with the Diversity Council of Australia. ​

In 2023, Tenille was honoured with the Recalibrate Gender Equity–Individual Senior Manager Award, acknowledging her dedication to advancing gender equity in the workplace. ​

Most recently, Tenille has been a part of Sladen Legal’s AI Inspiration Program, designed to build awareness and foster curiosity around the opportunities and challenges of emerging technologies.

Alexie O'Brien

AI Transformation Expert

AI Transformation Expert | GAICD | Former Retail Executive

Alexie O’Brien is a GAICD-qualified AI transformation expert and former senior retail executive, helping organisations leverage AI from strategy through to execution. With over 15 years of experience in retail and consumer leadership across global brands including lululemon, Kit and Ace, and Rip Curl, Alexie now works with forward-thinking organisations to integrate AI into the fabric of how teams operate and perform.

She partners with clients such as The Dom, Pillow Talk, St Kilda Football Club, Deploy Sports, and Entain, supporting them to embed AI into core business functions—from operational automation to leadership enablement. Her work focuses on equipping teams with the mindset, skillset and toolset to thrive in an AI-augmented environment, blending technical insight with practical execution.

Alexie is passionate about keeping retail human in the age of intelligent systems—bridging the gap between innovation and impact.

Kath Bowler

General Manager at Holley Nethercote

Kath is the General Manager of Holley Nethercote – a financial services regulatory firm that provides both legal and compliance services.

As a fellow of CPA Australia with extensive experience in financial services, Kath prides herself on working to advance Holley Nethercote’s established reputation for delivering practical support to its clients. Kath’s hands on approach reflects her diverse background as a regulator, financial adviser, accountant, policy adviser, licensee head, consultant and mother of three.