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Madrid Agenda

Tuesday 26th May 2026

24th Floor, IE Tower, 259 Paseo de la Castellana, 28046 Madrid, Spain

08:30 – 09:00

Registration, Networking, Meeting and Connections

09:00 – 09:10

Welcome and Setting the Scene

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Mark Rix
CEO, Wellbeing at Work
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Lisa Dawn Bevill
Academic Director of the Center for Health & Wellbeing, IE University
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09:10 – 09:20
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Welcome From Our Host

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Lee Newman
Dean, IE Business School, IE University
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09:20 – 09:50
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Opening Keynote Address: Pillars of Performance

The growing exhaustion within organizations is making the battle for talent futile. Cognitive capital is becoming increasingly important, not so much through the development of cognitive and social skills, but through the care of the brain itself. We will explore these topics from physiology perspective to everyday practical application.
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Marcos Cajina
Adjunct Professor, Leadership Development & Executive Coach, IE University
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09.50 – 10:35

Panel: Wellbeing Culture as a Performance Engine

What are the measurable behaviours that prevent culture atrophy and drive meaningful organizational performance, enhancing engagement, wellbeing and long-term strategic outcomes? What is the value of designing wellbeing programs as integrated experiences that are embedded throughout the employee journey? How can employers implement programs that help support people thrive and grow? Wellbeing as a strategic lever to 'double down' on in times of volatility & change and quicker innovation cycles.
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Belen Viscasillas
Head of Wellbeing, Ferrovial
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Patricia de Blas Caceres
Chief People Officer, Vass
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Monica Zai

Monica Zai
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Monica Zai
People Director, The HEINEKEN Company
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Maria De Ramiro
SHE Manager South Europe & North Africa, Weir
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Santos Videla

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Santos Videla
Chief People Officer, Globant
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10:35 – 11:00

Morning Networking Break

11.00 – 11:45

Panel: Healthy Resilience: A Shift to Energy and Capacity for Leadership and Performance

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Speakers to be announced shortly
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11:45 – 12:45

Leadership Workshop Discussions

Attendees choose their preferred discussion to join from the following list:
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1 - Effective Wellbeing Strategies to Reduce Workplace Absenteeism

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Sandra Dominguez
Founder, Axter HR Consulting
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2 - Additional workshops to be announced shortly

12:45 – 13.45

In-Person Networking, Meetings and Connections

13:45 – 14:00

Post-Lunch Audience Energiser

Speaker to be announced shortly
14:00 – 14:45

Panel: DEI and Wellbeing Outcomes in an Increasingly Complex Workplace

As workplaces become more complex - hybrid environments, increasingly multi-generational/multi-cultural/neurodiverse – how should cultures ensure people and performance thrive together? One size does not fit all – what is the perceived backlash against wellbeing programs in organizations? How are organizations still falling short in delivering equitable wellbeing outcomes? As AI and automation will disproportionately affect different workgroups, how should employers adjust their wellbeing strategies to mitigate the psychological risks and skill gaps for specific employee groups facing major job transformation or increased workload demands?
Teresa Miralles

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Teresa Miralles
Talent & Culture, Syngenta Group
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Founder & Legal Director, S&P Legal
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Xandra Fernandez

Xandra Fernandez
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Xandra Fernandez
Director of People & Culture, Wonest
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Moderated by:

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Araceli Morato
Director of Occupational Health & Wellness, BBVA
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14:45 – 15:10

Building a Culture of Intention – Strategies to, boost wellness and Productivity

What is the significance of making conscious choices in shaping your future? What are the techniques to convert everyday moments into powerful experiences? What is the impact of positive thinking on your mental and physical health? How can employers help staff to cultivate resilience and inner strength?
Speaker to be announced shortly
15:10 – 15:30

Networking Break

15:30 – 15:55

The Pressure We Don’t Talk About: Rethinking Wellbeing in the Legal Profession

The legal profession is shaped by expectations that reward endurance, near constant availability, and performance under pressure. Those norms often go unquestioned, yet they quietly influence how lawyers work, how they lead, and how they experience wellbeing.
Speakers to be announced shortly
15:55 – 16:20

Menopause Awareness and the Importance of Educating Leaders

Why must employers rethink how they support menopausal employees? Why menopause isn’t just a personal issue; it’s a workplace reality. Which symptoms qualify as a disability, requiring reasonable adjustments like flexible hours or ergonomic support? How can menopause be an open topic not only for women but for entire team cultures?
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16:20 – 16:30

Closing Remarks

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Mark Rix
CEO, Wellbeing at Work
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Lisa Dawn Bevill
Academic Director of the Center for Health & Wellbeing, IE University
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16:30 – 17:30

Networking Reception