DEX 2026 is the only conference in this field in Australia that puts the practitioner at the front and centre.
Whether you’re managing an intranet redesign, driving the build and adoption of AI agents, or launching a change communications initiative, DEX 2026 will give you access to practitioners who’ve had a positive impact on their organisation’s digital employee experience.
From leading-edge trailblazers who are implementing AI, making a positive difference to your frontline workforce, to user-led approaches to digital literacy. Our speakers have been through the journey, shed the blood sweat and tears, and can share their successes (and failures!).
Learn from your colleagues. Grow your network. Be inspired.
Aerial UTS Function Centre, Sydney
22 October 2026 in person!
With pre-conference workshops on October 21
KEY DETAILS
10 outstanding sessions
Inspirational sessions sharing actionable insights, with a unique mix of experts and practitioners
International speakers
We’ll be bringing several international speakers to Australia, giving you the best insights the world has to offer
Sydney
22 October 2026
One day, one stream so you don’t miss anything
8:45AM-5:00PM
Informal drinks afterwards!
Deep-dive workshops
Two half-day workshops, on the afternoon of October 21
As always, there are no sponsors,
just great presentations and discussions!
Workshop A: Leading change through communication in the age of AI
When organisations go through change, communicators play a vital role in helping people make sense of what’s happening. Join Ann-Marie for an interactive workshop where she’ll share tips and practical tools to help you design, deliver and measure people-centred change communication that cuts through noise, builds trust and supports lasting change. [Learn more]
Facilitated by: Ann-Marie Blake, True (UK)
When: 1:30pm-4:30pm October 21
Location:Â University of Technology, Sydney (UTS)
Workshop B: Plan, build & test sustainable AI agents
Microsoft, alongside other vendors, are rapidly improving their AI capabilities. This workshop will provide a pragmatic, considered approach to AI agents/bots, from initial planning through to testing and ongoing management. Hands-on building of AI agents will also ensure that everyone comes away with greater confidence and knowledge. [Learn more]
Facilitated by: Natalie Ryan, Step Two
When: 1:30pm-4:30pm October 21
Location:Â University of Technology, Sydney (UTS)
One-day conference
(member price)
AU$752+gst
Price for Step Two Forum members
(Members: contact Rebecca Rodgers
for your sign-up link)
Half-day pre-conference workshops
AU$495+gst
Extra activity for conference participants
Highlights from DEX 2025
What attendees have said
Step Two always manage to get the authentic stories and case studies which other conferences lack. It’s not just big picture ideas but lots of actionable takeaways for practitioners that we can’t get elsewhere.
