2024 HUTAC Conference: Transitions

2 November, 11:00-18:00 | IJ-Lounge, Eye Amsterdam
Join us for the final HUTAC Conference, a pivotal event where we’ll delve into the theme of Transitions and their impact at a macro, career, and personal level. After 15 years of HUTAC, this event also marks a moment of reflection on our journey and a look ahead to the future. Rather than an ending, we see this as a transition into a new chapter—one where our members and community will continue to connect and inspire each other. Will you be there to co-create this new chapter?

Keynote | Reimagining Societal Transitions: A Regenerative Outlook

Lynn Zebeda | 11:30 - 12:00

In this keynote, Lynn Zebeda, a visionary social entrepreneur, will guide us in imagining what the transition to a regeneration-focused society could look like. Together, we’ll explore a future where our systems are not only sustainable but truly restorative, offering a new paradigm for the way we live and work.

Lynn will take us on a journey from the macro vision of global transformation to the actionable steps we can each take in our daily lives—whether through our individual choices, the systems we help shape, or the movements we align with. This talk is a powerful call to rethink our roles as citizens, consumers, and changemakers in an ever-evolving world.

Lynn has worked with partners on five continents ​on reimagining society. She is the co-founder of Catalytic and previously Dr. Monk as well as an international public ​speaker, community curator, and board member of a range of organisations ​in the impact space.

Mastering Career Transitions: A Roadmap for Growth

Alvaro de Salvo | 12:15 - 13:15

Navigating career transitions can often feel like charting unknown territories. This workshop is designed as a collaborative exploration for individuals who are contemplating their best next career move.

Through the lens of the Career Calibrator Canvas, you will engage in reflective exercises to understand your current position and ponder future possibilities. The session will introduce practical approaches and tips for managing career shifts, emphasising adaptability and resilience.

You will gain insights into leveraging your existing skills in new roles, expanding your professional networks, and embracing change. The workshop serves as a starting point for those looking to thoughtfully assess their career paths and explore potential directions. It’s a space for shared learning and discovery, offering tools and perspectives to help guide your professional journey.

Alvaro de Salvo is a seasoned career development professional, specialising in guiding individuals through the complexities of career transitions, career growth and job search. With a background in Business Administration, Brand and Product Marketing and a passion for understanding workforce trends and people’s potential, Alvaro takes an exploratory approach to coaching. His empathetic style has made him a trusted mentor for those seeking new professional paths.

Lunch Break

13:15 - 14:15

Personal Transitions: Navigating Life's Expected and Unexpected Changes

Manuela Damant | 14:15 - 15:15

Gain practical tips on how to surf the waters of change with more ease and explore the three common personal and professional transitions as described by William Bridges:

Endings: Every transition begins with one. Yet how we recognize them is key to how we can begin anew.

The Neutral Zone: A seemingly unproductive time-out when we feel disconnected from the past and unconnected to the present. How can we make the most of it?

The New Beginning: To make a successful new beginning requires more than simply persevering. It requires an understanding of external and internal signs and inner signals that point the way to the future.

Having turned her career upside down in her late 20s, navigating four international moves, switching between being a full-time employee, a full-time mom, a part-time entrepreneur and a contractor, Manuela Damant has at times more and at others less successfully managed her own transitions in the past. She’ll share some of her own pitfalls so you don’t need to make the same mistakes. And she’ll also share the wonderful opportunities in new beginnings.

HUTAC General Assembly

15:30 - 16:30

Are you an HSP member? If so, make sure you don’t miss the final HUTAC General Assembly! This is a special opportunity to come together one last time, celebrate HUTAC’s legacy, reflect on the journey we’ve shared over the past years, and actively contribute to closing this important chapter for our association. Stay tuned for the agenda!

Not an HSP member? You’re welcome to already join the Networking & Drinks event, where you can start connecting with the community and exchange insights about the event. We’ll see you right after the assembly. 

Networking & Drinks

15:30 - 18:00

Conference tickets

Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

HSP member ticket

The conference is free for HSP members. Please send us an email to receive the promo code.

Regular ticket

The regular conference ticket is €25 and includes access to the event, lunch, snacks and networking drinks.

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