About the speakers

Mona Akiki | Interim VP of People at Perkbox

Since 2019, Mona has acted as Perkbox’ Interim VP of People. Mona has more than 21 years of experience, 16 of which in HR advising leaders and organisations succeed in transformational and ever changing environments. Most recently, Mona founded Path Forward Ltd which helps leaders achieve their and their teams’ full potential through coaching and advisory services. Since joining Perkbox, Mona’s focus has been on Perkbox’ own culture, leadership team and internal employee experience.

Ben Whitter | Keynote Speaker | CEO of the HEX Organization and Founder of the World Employee Experience Institute (WEEI)

Ben Whitter, CEO of the HEX Organization and Founder of the World Employee Experience Institute (WEEI), is recognised as one of the world’s leading authorities on the experience of work. He’s pioneered and popularised the concept of the employee experience, has been named as a top global expert in employee engagement and has even written the book on Employee Experience. Ben is also a frequent advisor and strategic coach to the World's top companies, helping them to develop strategies that deliver exceptional business and human outcomes. His latest book, Human Experience at Work, will be published in May 2021 by Kogan Page. You can find out more about Ben, his work and explore partnership services at www.hexorganization.com.