Join Milena Cerdas for an inside look at how Philip Morris International is driving innovation within its global contingent workforce program, from strategy to execution. Moderated by Mickey Pelletier, this candid conversation will highlight real challenges, measurable outcomes, and practical lessons that enterprise leaders can apply immediately to accelerate progress in their own programs. 

Experience “Meet Then Greet”, an electrifying format built for discovery, inspiration, and genuine connection. In just 15 action-packed minutes before each General Session break, three forward-thinking companies take the spotlight for rapid-fire five-minute pitches that promise to impress and ignite curiosity. As soon as the applause fades, the excitement continues in the dedicated Meet & Greet lounge, where attendees can engage one-on-one, get hands-on with cutting-edge demos, and dive deeper with the presenters. It’s your front-row seat to the newest ideas and a backstage pass to the people shaping the future, all before coffee’s even cold. 

With contingent labor representing up to 50% of the modern workforce, the need for a unified, enterprise-wide workforce strategy has never been greater. This interactive workshop explores how leading organizations are laying the groundwork for a Chief Workforce Officer (CWO) or Contingent Workforce Management Office (CWMO). Through collaborative discussion and real-world scenarios, participants will explore what this evolution could look like in their own organization and what risks they face if they wait.

• Map out what a CWO or CWMO function could look like in your organization.
• Identify key stakeholders, reporting structures, and success metrics.
• Develop a starting framework to bridge HR, procurement, and business strategy under one workforce vision. 

Candidate fraud has surged, evolving rapidly with advances in remote work, AI generated credentials, and new avenues for impersonation. This thought-provoking panel brings together industry leaders and technology experts to reveal how the most resilient organizations guard their contingent workforce programs against sophisticated fraud schemes. Explore the latest risks from deepfake interviews to identity theft and learn how to embed best practices, tech solutions, and recruiter vigilance into your hiring engine. Leave with a practical playbook to protect your brand, ensure compliance, and maintain trust in every hire.

• Deploy layered screening including AI powered checks, background verification, and live video identity validation to spot fake candidates before they enter your pipeline
• Integrate consistency checks across resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and digital footprints to quickly flag suspicious details and impersonators
• Establish ongoing training for recruiters and hiring managers, share emerging fraud trends, and enable swift cross team communication to stay ahead of new threats