​An interactive evening of HR Stand-Up, Bold Debates & Inspiring Talks

​Come grab food & beverages on us — connect with great people and ecosystem partners at HR Arena! ✨

​🙋 What is this?
At HR Arena, we’re cutting through the fluff to explore what works, what fails, and what needs to change in corporate culture and workplace well-being in 2025. Get ready for thought-provoking talks from industry leaders who challenge the status quo.

​​​​​​🤝 Who's coming?
HR leaders, business executives, culture champions, and anyone passionate about rethinking corporate well-being.

​Speakers:
🔥Peter Phelan, The Culture Doctor, ValuesCulture
⚡Yasmeen Duncan, Chief People Officer, Magnolia Bakery
🎤Valeriy Yasakov, Founder, Mark Wealth

​Moderator:
Kristina Karcic, Global People Executive and Advisor

​What’s on the Agenda?

​🔥 HR Stand-Up – because sometimes, workplace wellness deserves a good laugh.
⚡ Debates – a battle of opinions on leadership in well-being — where you can weigh in and challenge ideas.
🎤 Talks & Insights – actionable strategies, bold case studies, and real solutions to empower teams and drive business growth.

​What You’ll Gain:
✔ A lively, unfiltered discussion with experts who don’t hold back
✔ Lessons you won’t find on Google or ChatGPT — real stories, challenges, solutions
✔ Fresh, no-nonsense insights into the future of workplace well-being in 2025
✔ Networking with top HR & business leaders — connect, share, and learn from peers

​Agenda

​6:00 PM – 6:15 PM | Welcome & Opening Remarks

​Speaker:
Valeriy Yasakov, Founder, Mark Wealth

​6:15 PM – 6:45 PM | Panel Discussion: “The Workplace Well-Being Smackdown”

​Panelists:
Peter Phelan, The Culture Doctor, ValuesCulture
Yasmeen Duncan, Chief People Officer, Magnolia Bakery

​Moderator:
Kristina Karcic, Global People Executive and Advisor

​ℹ️Format: Each panelist will take a stance on hot workplace well-being topics and debate their perspectives — no sugarcoating, just real talk.

​6:45 PM – 7:15 PM | Comedy Break: “The Lighter Side of Burnout”

​Speaker:
Peter Phelan, The Culture Doctor, ValuesCulture

​Overview: A 30-minute stand-up routine on the quirks, ironies, and struggles of workplace wellness + Open microphone.

​7:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Audience Q&A & Closing Remarks

​Let’s move beyond theory and start shaping a healthier, more successful workplace — one honest conversation at a time.

Event Admission Policy

​Pre-registration is required for entry. Due to limited venue capacity and our commitment to a great attendee experience, we cannot accommodate walk-ins. Thanks for your understanding!