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PeopleSoft Industry Days: Public Sector Day
Monday, March 16th
Explore how PeopleSoft is helping public sector organizations drive efficiency, improve services, and meet the demands of modern governance. Public Sector Day is dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by government agencies and municipalities, offering expert advice, success stories, and innovative strategies.
From managing budgets and workforce planning to navigating complex regulations, this day is packed with actionable insights to help your organization maximize the value of its PeopleSoft investment.
Join us on March 16th for a day of industry-specific education and networking tailored to public sector professionals!
Public Sector Day Agenda
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Public Sector Day Kickoff with Oracle
Abstract:
Please join Oracle’s Tammy Boyles and Joe Willever to kick off the event with a high level discussion on recent enhancements impacting public sector in PeopleSoft.
Presented by:
Tammy Boyles, Oracle
Joe Willever, Oracle
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM

Streamlining PUM Update Projects
Abstract:
Tips and strategies to keep the project short and focused so you can do them more frequently to remain more current, how we choose what new functionality to include in a PUM and what comes after, what we do with customizations, pain points, etc.
Presented by:
Andrea Hamm, City of Calgary
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM

Crafting Your Leadership Personal Brand: Stand Out and Lead with Impact
Abstract:
Today, a leader’s personal brand is the cornerstone of influence and impact. This session will empower leaders to define, enhance, and communicate their Leadership Personal Brand to stand out and inspire. Attendees will learn key elements of an authentic leadership brand, practical steps to build and sustain it, and how to align it with personal and organizational goals. As an added focus, SMART goals will be introduced as a tool to make branding strategies actionable and measurable.
Presented by:
Jennifer Abraham, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions
3:45 PM – 4:45 PM

PeopleSoft HCM Panel Session by Oracle Public Sector (OPS)
Abstract:
Human Capital Management (HCM) in the public sector presents unique challenges, including complex labor regulations, union agreements, workforce planning, and compliance requirements. During this panel session we will explore how PeopleSoft HCM supports public sector organizations in optimizing HR processes, payroll, benefits administration, and talent management. Members from public sector organizations will address questions and share input on best practices, recent enhancements, and strategies for leveraging PeopleSoft HCM to improve customer experience, employee engagement, and compliance across various areas of HCM. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask their own questions to understand statewide system implementations and learn about trends shaping public sector workforce management.
Presented by:
Nancy Ruoff, State of Kansas
Corey Powell, State of Montana
Rahul Nori, State of Minnesota
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

PeopleSoft FSCM Panel Session by Oracle Public Sector (OPS)
Abstract:
As public sector organizations, we face unique challenges in financial management, from regulatory compliance to budget constraints and complex reporting requirements. This panel session will explore how PeopleSoft Financials is used to address these challenges by providing solutions for budgeting, procurement, asset management, accounts payable, financial reporting, and other areas of PeopleSoft FSCM. Oracle Public Sector (OPS) SIG members from various state, city, and local government agencies will discuss best practices, recent innovations, and strategies for optimizing PeopleSoft Financials to improve productivity, customer experience, and compliance. Attendees will gain insights into ongoing projects at their organizations, understand use cases, lessons learned from implementations, and future trends in public sector financial management. Please bring your questions and be ready to share.
Presented by:
Angie Bingemer, State of Tennessee
Stephen Valentine, Milton Hershey School
Mary Perez, City and County of San Francisco
Joel Gibbons, State of Indiana
Thank you to our Public Sector Day sponsor:

