Distributed Work Conference, Ascent by Oyster HR on August 8, 2022 Online Working with distributed teams.
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An
out-of-office
experience
Welcome to Ascent by Oyster, a free virtual conference where anyone passionate about distributed work—founders and C-level executives, People Ops pros, and knowledge workers around the globe—connect to change the world of work, together.
This year, our focus is on navigating distributed work—and life beyond work too.
Rise up in the new
world of work
Join us for a day full of possibilities as we look beyond borders and into the future of distributed work.
We’re reimagining the workplace through global employment and supporting team wellbeing at the same time. From impact to mental health, discover what’s in the cards—and how to unlock your global team’s fullest potential.
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Gregg Miller
Hear from our keynote speakers—Oyster’s Tony Jamous (CEO) and Gregg Miller (VP of Product Marketing)—as they meditate on the growing role of global employment platforms in this new era of work.
Agenda
One day. Seven sessions. Endless opportunities to transform the workplace.
August 11th US Pacific Time
Keynote
9:00-9:45AM
Distributed Work in 2022 and Beyond: What’s Next for Global Employment Platforms
Speakers: Tony Jamous, Greg Miller
Panel Discussion
10:00-10:45AM
Strategies for Building Thriving Teams Across Cultures, Timezones, and Markets
Moderator: Stacey Slater
Speakers: Ally Fekaiki, Brandon Sammut, Lona Alia, Mark Frein
Speakers: Ally Fekaiki, Brandon Sammut, Lona Alia, Mark Frein
Fireside Chat
11:00-11:30AM
Tackling Imposter Syndrome, Stress, and Burnout in Remote Teams
Moderator: Rhys Black
Speakers: Scott Shute
Speakers: Scott Shute
Panel Discussion
11:30-12:00PM
How to Evaluate Global Talent that Doesn’t “Fit the Mold”
Moderator: Eryn Marshall
Speakers: Cameron Brown, Roy Baladi, Tyler Parson
Speakers: Cameron Brown, Roy Baladi, Tyler Parson
Panel Discussion
12:00-12:45PM
From ESG to Impact: Making a Difference on a Global Scale
Moderator: Jack Mardack
Speakers: Xavier Langlois, Frances Edmonds, Karen Craggs-Milne
Speakers: Xavier Langlois, Frances Edmonds, Karen Craggs-Milne
Panel Discussion
1:00-1:45PM
Creating a Successful Distributed Company Culture from Scratch
Moderator: Lisa Paredes
Speakers: Heather Doshay, Cara Brennan Allamano, Kim Rohrer
Speakers: Heather Doshay, Cara Brennan Allamano, Kim Rohrer
Panel Discussion
2:00-2:30
Does Your DEIB Strategy Support Your Distributed Team?
Moderator: Kim Rohrer
Speakers: Erin L. Thomas, Avantha Arachichi, Aubrey Blanche
Speakers: Erin L. Thomas, Avantha Arachichi, Aubrey Blanche
Speakers
Jack Mardack
Co-Founder
Oyster
Tony Jamous
Co-Founder
Oyster
Ally Fekaiki
Founder and CEO
Juno
Brandon Sammut
Chief People Officer
Zapier
Gregg Miller
VP of Product Marketing
Oyster
Scott Shute
Award-winning author
Former LinkedIn Exec
Eryn Marshall
Global Talent Acquisition
Oyster
Kim Rohrer
Head of Employee Experience
Oyster
Heather Doshay
Managing Director, People + Talent
Signal Fire
Avantha Arachchi
Chief Operating Officer at
A-Frame Brands
Aubrey Blanche
Founder & CEO
The Mathpath
Frances Edmonds
Head of Sustainable Impact
HP Canada
Stacey Slater
Global Talent Operations Manager
Oyster
Jack Mardack
Co-Founder
Oyster
Tony Jamous
Co-Founder
Oyster
Ally Fekaiki
Founder and CEO
Juno
Brandon Sammut
Chief People Officer
Zapier
Gregg Miller
VP of Product Marketing
Oyster
Scott Schute
Award-winning author
Former LinkedIn Exec
Eryn Marshall
Global Talent Acquisition
Oyster
Kim Rohrer
Head of Employee Experience
Oyster
Heather Doshay
Managing Director, People + Talent
Signal Fire
Avantha Arachchi
Chief Operating Officer at
A-Frame Brands
Aubrey Blanche
Founder & CEO
The Mathpath
Francis Edmonds
Head of Sustainable Impact
HP Canada
Stacey Slater
Global Talent Operations Manager
Oyster
Kris Martinez
Manager, Internal Events & Communication
Oyster
Cara Brennan Allamano
Chief People Officer
Lattice
Mark Frein
Chief Workplace Officer
Oyster
Lisa Paredes
Product Marketing Manager
Oyster
Roy Baladi
Founder
Jobs for Humanity
Rhys Black
Head of Workplace Design
Oyster
Erin L. Thomas
VP, Head of Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging
Upwork
Xavier Langlois
Chief Legal and Impact Officer
Beamery
Karen Criggs Milne
Top HR Innovator
Cameron Brown
Co-Founder at
Niya
Tyler Parson
VP of People
Chili Piper
Kris Martinez
Manager, Internal Events & Communication
Oyster
Cara Brennan Allamano
Chief People Officer
Lattice
Mark Frein
Chief Workplace Officer
Oyster
Lisa Paredes
Product Marketing Manager
Oyster
Roy Baladi
Founder
Jobs for Humanity
Rhys Black
Head of Workplace Design
Oyster
Erin Thomas
VP, Head of Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging
Upwork
Xavier Langlois
Chief Legal and Impact Officer
Beamery
Karen Criggs Milne
Top HR Innovator
Cameron Brown
Co-Founder at
Niya
Tyler Parson
VP of People
Chili Piper
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About Oyster
At Oyster, we believe distributed work creates a better world for people, businesses, and economies everywhere.
Our global employment platform makes it possible for companies to easily hire, manage, and care for top talent all over the world. Discover how Oyster can help you build a thriving global workforce.
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