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    PSTD CONNEX26

    About HOST

    CONNEX is hosted by the PSTD in collaboration with PSHRM.

    PSTD is a premier, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing workplace excellence and leadership capacity globally. Established in 1966, PSTD has a rich legacy of driving impactful learning and development (L&D) solutions for individuals and organizations across industries. As a trusted partner in professional growth, PSTD focuses on enhancing skills, fostering innovation, and creating future-ready leaders through a wide range of corporate training programs, learning interventions, digital solutions and conferences.

    PSHRM is a non-profit, and non-governmental institution. Managed by an honorary Executive Committee, PSHRM partners with thought leaders at international levels to raise the intellectual and professional standards of HR practices and endeavors to improve the work capabilities of people, as well as of the managers and policy practitioners

    About CONNEX

    CONNEX is where the conversations shaping work come together. It brings leaders and practitioners across business, HR, technology and organisational development into one space to examine what is changing, what is driving that change and what it means for organisations and the people within them. Rather than following a single discipline or perspective CONNEX looks at the intersections where technology meets people, strategy meets capability and business priorities meet the realities of work. Each edition responds to the shifts of its time, bringing fresh thinking, challenging questions and diverse perspectives to the table.

    CONNEX exists to move the conversation from what is changing to what we do about it.

    Learning Tracks 2026

    WORK REWIRED

    How work itself is changing from new models and structures to technology, people and evolving expectations.

    THE CAPABILITY PARADOX

    How organisations build future-ready capabilities through continuous learning, new skills and workforce intelligence.

    COGNITIVE AUGMENTATION

    How human and artificial intelligence combine to enhance decision-making, creativity and productivity.

    PERFORMANCE RESET

    How organisations sustain performance by balancing productivity, wellbeing, resilience and organisational health.

    THE TALENT PLAYOFF

    How organisations compete for talent and commitment by creating environments where people choose to join, grow and stay.

    LEADERSHIP BEYOND THE PLAYBOOK

    How leaders evolve in a world of disruption, with greater adaptability, judgement and influence.

    Theme Of The Year

    The world of work is changing faster than organisations can keep up. Technology is advancing, skills are evolving, expectations are shifting and the way we work is being continuously redefined. Yet change in one area does not always move with change in another. People may be ready while systems lag behind. Technology may advance while capabilities remain unchanged. Strategy may shift while organisations struggle to bring people with it.

    This creates a new challenge: realignment.

    • People
    • Technology
    • Strategy

    This years’s theme the Great Realignment explores what it takes to bring these forces into sync. Inspired by the concept of murmuration, where thousands of birds respond to one another and move as a collective without a visible leader, a true reflection on a simple idea: meaningful progress does not come from everyone moving the same way but from knowing how to move together.

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      ARE YOU READY FOR THE
      GREAT REALIGNMENT AT #CONNEX?

      Speakers

      Loic Sadoluet

      Affiliate Professor of Economics, INSEAD

      Sandy Monteiro

      Ex-President Asia Universal Music Group

      Mostafa Zaghloul

      Commercial Strategist & Transformational Leader

      Joseph Koh

      CMO OA Organik, Ex Shell

      Gokce Kulak

      Senior HR consultant, ex Haleon ex BAT

      Bahaa Hussein

      CPTD® | Master Trainer & Talent Development Consultant, Association for Talent Development (ATD)

      Micheal Schulz

      Group Chief People & Organization Officer, PureHealth

      Umran Beba

      Partner August Leadership - Former SVP

      Rowan Tonkin

      GM - Business Process Management

      Dr. Ghenwa Habbal

      Business Psychologist & A Human Intelligence Architect | Author of “The Talent Matrix” | Creator of F.A.S.T & Culture GPT Frameworks

      Theodoros Evgeniou

      Professor of Technology and Business, INSEAD

      Dr. Oleg Konovalov

      Global thought leader, Author and C-suite coach

      Registration

      Registration Member Non-Member
      Per Individual Rs. 37,000+ST Rs. 39,000+ST
      Per Corporate Table (08) Rs, 280,000+ST Rs. 295,000+ST

      Our Journey

      12 years, 11 conferences, and a myriad of success stories retoldthis has been CONNEX journey over the years.

      07+
      Conferences Across Khi, Lhe And Isb
      20000+
      No. Of Attendees Engaged
      600+
      Organizations Represented
      90+
      Industries Attended

      What is CONNEX and what does it stand for?

      CONNEX is a combination of two words, ‘Conference and Exhibition.’
      CONNEX is a consolidated effort by Pakistan Society for Training and Development (PSTD) and Pakistan Society of Human Resource Management (PSHRM) to prosper and enable one of the central determinants of any association. It is one of the largest HR conferences being held in Pakistan.

      Who can attend CONNEX?

      CONNEX has evolved into a dynamic platform that brings together HR professionals, business leaders, and learning enthusiasts from across industries. It’s where the future of people, work, and technology converge offering insights into emerging trends, evolving workplace dynamics, and transformative HR solutions.

      Attendees gain exposure to cutting-edge practices, innovative tools, and digital advancements that redefine the employee experience and optimize the HR lifecycle. Beyond learning, CONNEX fosters meaningful connections and collaborations that drive organizational growth and shape the future of work.

      How can we register?

      Registration can be done by following the below-mentioned link;

      https://pstd.com.pk/pstd-connex26/

      What are the benefits of attending CONNEX?

      • Exposure to individuals and organizations for exploring the latest HR trends in the market.
      • Interaction with new work technology that supports and optimizes the HR lifecycle of an organization.
      • Boost organizational effectiveness and behavior by learning your organization’s physical and digital capabilities.
      • Build a connected and engaged workplace with a thriving culture that fosters great employee experience and helps achieve individual and organizational goals.
      • Learn to attract and retain talent which leads to valuable benefits like reduced turnover, increased productivity, and achieve great worker satisfaction.

      Who is the target audience?

      CONNEX brings together professionals and decision-makers who shape how organisations work, grow, and adapt. Its audience spans HR and people leaders, business leaders, CEOs and CXOs, learning and development professionals, organisational development specialists, technology and digital transformation leaders, entrepreneurs, and people managers.

      Can registration be done at the venue?

      Yes, registration can be done at the venue. Below are the details mentioned;

      Registration Member Non-Member
      Per Individual Rs. 37,000+ST Rs. 39,000+ST
      Per Corporate Table (08) Rs, 280,000+ST Rs, 295,000+ST

      How can I volunteer at the conference?

      Individuals willing to volunteer at the conference can send an application with the subject “CONNEX 2026 – Volunteer – (mention city)” to the following email marketing@pstd.com.pk

      At the end of the conference, volunteers are awarded certificates of appreciation.

      How many participants are expected to attend the conference?

      1200+ participants from different organizations are expected to attend the conference.

      How can I sponsor the conference?

      For sponsorship please email marketing@pstd.com.pk

      Where is CONNEX happening?

      • CONNEX’26 Lahore – 4th November – PC Hotel
      • CONNEX’26 Islamabad – 3rd December
      • CONNEX’26  Karachi – 16th December – PC Hotel

      Our Sponsors

      ARE YOU READY FOR THE
      GREAT REALIGNMENT AT #CONNEX?