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Make Space: The Evidence Behind Experiences That Bring People Back
Learn how intentional activities and purposeful events can enrich workplace culture in a hybrid world.
About TenantTalks.
Founded by Aura in 2018, TenantTalks™ is a nonprofit, community-led panel series designed to spark engaging conversations about the evolution of the workplace. Uniting professionals from across industries, the series explores the insights that shape how people and organizations thrive. Aura's mission is to connect and positively impact communities, and TenantTalks is our way to bring forward-thinking leaders together to reimagine the future of work.
EVENT RECAP NOW AVAILABLE
Make Space: The Evidence Behind Experiences That Bring People Back
How intentional activities and purposeful events can enrich workplace culture in a hybrid world.
As organizations rethink how to bring people together, workplace programming has emerged as a strategic tool to build culture, foster collaboration, and improve the overall employee experience.
This edition of TenantTalks explores how curated programming, from team-building initiatives and social events to educational workshops and collaboration sessions, can transform a workplace into a dynamic environment that supports engagement, morale, and organizational values.
Speaker Lineup
Fireside Chat
Elizabeth Christie
Senior Manager of Workplace Experience, AbCellera
Elizabeth Christie is the Senior Manager of Workplace Experience at AbCellera, a leading Vancouver biotech company. With over 16 years in workplace experience, including at lululemon, she creates spaces that inspire great work, foster connection, and evolve with people and the organization.
Topic: Buzz, belonging and buy-in: From Proximity to Purpose
Panelist
Brittany Reardon
Director of Employee Experience, Clio
Brittany Reardon, Director of Employee Experience at Clio, a global legal tech company. She’s helped scale Clio from a 350-person startup to an international organization of over 1,600, leading high-impact initiatives across culture, real estate, and employee engagement.
Topic: The Evidence Behind Experiences That Bring People Back
Panelist
Krista Lauridsen
Vice President, Head of Real Estate, Facilities, Design, and Construction, ATB Financial
Krista Lauridsen is a Registered Architect and Vice President, Head of Real Estate, Facilities, Design, and Construction at ATB Financial. She oversees 1.5 million square feet across 260+ locations, bringing together real estate strategy, design, and workplace transformation.
Topic: The Evidence Behind Experiences That Bring People Back
Panelist
Adel Gamar
CEO & Cofounder, GLG Ltd. Adjunct Professor, UBC Sauder School of Business
Adel Gamar is an Adjunct Professor at the UBC Sauder School of Business in Vancouver, where he teaches adaptive leadership and organizational management. He is the cofounder and CEO of GLG Ltd., a boutique leadership and management consultancy based in Vancouver and Boston.
Topic: The Evidence Behind Experiences That Bring People Back
Moderator
Robin Rosebrugh
Director of Workplace Strategy & Research, Aura
Combining expertise in science, design, and organizational psychology, she applies evidence-based insights to create workplaces that boost wellbeing, productivity, and satisfaction.
Topic: The Evidence Behind Experiences That Bring People Back
Networking for better connections
TenantTalks brings together insights and expertise from diverse industries to inspire collaboration and innovation in the workplace. From HR leaders and strategists to brokers, designers, and real estate professionals, TenantTalks creates welcoming spaces where ideas flow and relationships develop. Every event is an opportunity to connect with others who share a passion for improving how we work and engage with one another.
Educating for better workplaces
Aura was founded on the belief that the spaces where people work can genuinely impact wellbeing and quality of life. TenantTalks grew from this vision as a platform to explore this idea with the broader community. More than a panel series, it’s a movement where conversations lay the plans for tangible change. By creating a platform for shared perspectives and expert insights, we empower professionals to hone workplace strategy, enhance tenant wellbeing, and elevate the future of workplaces and people.
Giving back for better communities
At TenantTalks, making a difference goes beyond the workplace. By donating ticket sales to charitable causes, each event connects to a greater purpose, inviting our community to be part of something more. This spirit of giving amplifies the impact of every conversation, inspiring speakers, partners, and attendees to contribute to positive change. It’s one more way TenantTalks brings people together to grow professionally, connect with purpose, and give back.
What People Are Saying
"The seminar was well organized and executed. The speakers and panelists were engaging and the topics were relatable. Would recommend attending."
700+ Attendees
engaged across past TenantTalks events
60+ Engaging Speakers
featured across past TenantTalks events
$20,000+ Raised for Charities
through event proceeds, including 100% of ticket sales
