Session Overview:
Join us for an impactful panel discussion on payroll innovation and its strategic impact on treasury operations amid market unpredictability. Treasury teams will develop a deep understanding of how modern payroll solutions enhance workforce engagement while optimizing cash flow, risk management, and financial planning.
Panelists:
Rebekah Young – Rebekah is an economist with Scotiabank Economics. In her role as Vice President, Head of Inclusion and Resilience Economics, she provides thought leadership on a broad range of economic trends that will impact long-term growth in Canada including evolving demographics, housing affordability, fiscal sustainability, and the green transition to cite a few. She also actively probes near-term economic and policy developments.
Previously, she held senior roles at the IMF, the Canadian Department of Finance, and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development.
Sean Paulseth – Sean is a revenue and partnerships executive with a track record of building and scaling go-to-market strategies for HR and fintech startups. He began his career in human resources and quickly moved into growth leadership roles, helping four HR tech companies expand across North America and globally.
At ZayZoon, Sean is focused on bringing earned wage access and financial wellness to mid-market and enterprise employers through both direct and partner channels. With a passion for solving workforce challenges like retention, recruitment, and financial stress, Sean works closely with HR, payroll, and finance leaders to deliver meaningful outcomes for frontline employees.
He previously launched a global HR tech media platform and brings a thoughtful, data-driven approach to sales strategy, channel development, and executive engagement.
Val Kugathasan – Val is the Director & Head of Innovation, Digital & BPI at ADP Canada. His focus is on creating new revenue opportunities and improving client experience through technology-enabled solutions within the International Money Movement, Payments & HCM space. Throughout Val’s career he has held leadership roles across a number of different business units within ADP, in strategy consulting (at Deloitte) and at one of Canada’s largest fin-techs (Ethoca).
Notably, Val has been central to the strategy development & execution of: Canada’s largest digital insurance company, Belgium’s first digital insurance company, Canada’s first on-demand pay partnership and the largest financial service consulting practices in Canada
Damian Jones – With nearly 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Damian currently serves as Vice President, Global Transaction Banking, Canadian Commercial Banking at Scotiabank. His extensive experience spans across corporate and commercial lending, cash management, capital markets, and credit and operational risk management..
Free for AFP Toronto Members, $40+HST for Non-Members
Includes beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available), appetizers, and great company!
