GPA Payroll Symposium
Date: 5th November 2024
Time: 13.00pm - 5.00pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Shangri-La Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Rd Near Financial Metro Station - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Join us on 5th November in Dubai for the GPA Payroll Leadership Symposium, focusing on the Complexities of Payroll Globally and within the GCC region. This free event will explore how strategic payroll leadership can drive organisational success by aligning payroll strategies with overall business goals.
Key discussions will include the latest HR & Payroll Legislation updates, adapting to transformations, and understanding the impact of AI and Earned Wage Access (daily pay), on payroll operations and the employee experience. We will round up the day with a panel discussion on How advancements in technology will influence the future role of payroll leaders
Gain valuable insights, connect with industry experts, and equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the evolving business landscape. We look forward to seeing you there!
Session One
Från val till avtal – vad väntar lön 2027?
Vad står på agendan för lön inför 2027? Föreläsningen ger en samlad bild av de förändringar som kan påverka arbetsgivare och lönefunktioner under det kommande året. Fokus ligger på valfrågor ur ett löneperspektiv, avtalsrörelsen, väntade utredningar samt nya regler, belopp och myndighetskrav. Föreläsningen tydliggör vad som redan är beslutat, vad som fortfarande utreds och vilka frågor som behöver bevakas och förberedas inför 2027.
Speaker: Zennie Sjölund, Senior rådgivare @ ZA Group AB
REGISTRATION AND REFRESHMENTS
NETWORKING AND REFRESHMENTS
Session Two
What is a Payroll Strategy? Why is it important now, more than ever? What does it really mean and what does it take to develop one?
In this session, Simon will unpick what makes up a Payroll Strategy, some of the challenges often seen and how best to tackle them. He will walk you through a step-by-step approach and bring it to life with real examples, hints, and tips that you can take back with you to your business.
Speaker: Simon Puryer, Executive Director – Head of Payroll, Lace Partners
The Agenda
The Speakers
The Venue
Shangri-La Dubai
Address: Sheikh Zayed Road, P.O. Box 75880 United Arab Emirates
Phone: (971 4) 343 8888
E-mail: sldb@shangri-la.com
Public Transportation
Financial Centre Metro Station - 0.45 kilometers
Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station - 1.00 kilometers
Emirates Towers Metro Station - 1.30 kilometers
World Trade Centre Metro Station - 2.30 kilometers
Business Bay Metro Station - 2.50 kilometers
The Sponsor
TransferMate is an international payments solution that helps companies save thousands on global payroll payments. TransferMate also integrates with the most popular accounting and payroll software, so it’s even easier and faster to pay your international employees.
Melanie Pizzey
CEO
Global Payroll Alliance
Simon Puryer
Executive Director - Head of Payroll
Lace Partners
Ann-Catrine Heidmark
CEO
Heidmark & Partners AB
Zennie Sjolund
Senior rådgivare
ZA Group AB
GPA Payroll Symposium
Date: 29th September 2026
Time: 8.30am - 1.00pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Västra Trädgårdsgatan 15, 111 53 Stockholm, Sweden
Join us where Payroll & HR professionals will come together for a morning of insightful discussions, networking, and collaboration. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or expanding your network with new industry peers, this symposium offers a unique platform to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and stay ahead in the evolving payroll landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and build meaningful connections in a vibrant professional setting!
The Venue
Västra Trädgårdsgatan 15
Address:
111 53 Stockholm, Sweden
Private Office
08-698 87 00
privateoffice@ivarstockholm.se
Session Three
People, Process or Technology: Where Should Payroll Invest Next?
As payroll continues to evolve, organisations face an important question: where will investment have the greatest impact? Should the focus be on developing people, improving processes, or embracing new technologies such as AI and automation? With increasing expectations, tighter budgets and growing complexity, making the right choices has never been more important. Join our expert panel for an interactive discussion as they explore the benefits, challenges and trade-offs of each approach. Through practical insights and real-world experiences, this session will help payroll professionals consider where investment can deliver the greatest value and prepare their organisations for the future.
Panellists: Yvonne De Haan, VP of Sales @ ADP
Ann Catrine Heidmark, CEO Heidmark & Partners AB
Stefan Hjerne, CEO @ S&P HR Solutions
Stefan Hjerne
CEO
S&P HR Solutions