Hanako Idesawa

Hanako Idesawa

Director, COO to Head of OR TPS, Contingent Workforce Management Lead Mizuho Americas

April 15, 2026

11:10 AM Panel: Inside The Engine Room: Real World Tactics To Drive Contingent Program Optimization

Top organizations don’t just manage contingent workforce programs they relentlessly optimize them for agility, value, and impact. This candid panel brings together industry experts who have transformed underperforming programs into high functioning, scalable talent engines. Panelists will share actionable stories about leveraging data analytics, refining governance, harnessing tech and VMS, and building collaborative partnerships for performance breakthroughs. Get fresh perspectives on benchmarking success, overcoming compliance and integration headaches, and turning day to day challenges into strategic wins.

    • Identify the most impactful KPIs and benchmarks to measure, diagnose, and elevate your program’s performance
    • Apply methods to unite HR, procurement, and operations for holistic oversight and quicker, smarter decisions
    • Implement feedback loops, regular audits, and tech enabled strategies for consistent, measurable program enhancement

    Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Hanako.

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