July 7, 2026

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Shape the Future: Present at Oracle Cloud Summit – Virtual!

Oracle Cloud Summit – Virtual! is happening December 8-10, 2026, and we want you to be a part of it! Call for Presentations opens July 16 — so mark your calendar and get ready to share your expertise, insights, and real-world success stories with the community.

Come One, Come All!

Everyone is welcome to join Women in Technology’s July SIG Meetup, featuring the wonderful Melanie Trudell, Sr. Director of Culture & HR Technology at Wendy’s! Melanie will share how Wendy’s is thoughtfully building the foundation for AI adoption and governance before widespread implementation.

Join us July 8th at 2 PM ET for the inside look. Register now to receive a reminder email with your personalized zoom link 24 hours and 1 hour prior to the meetup.

Upcoming Cloud Community Demo Sessions

Join us for three upcoming live demo sessions focused on practical ways organizations are improving HR service delivery and process consistency in Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM.

Track and Manage Every Case, Your Way with Oracle Fusion Cloud Case Management
📅 Tuesday, July 7, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM ET
This session explores how Oracle Fusion Cloud Case Management helps organizations move beyond emails and spreadsheets to a structured, flexible approach for managing HR, compliance, and security cases. Learn how teams are improving governance, visibility, and auditability while supporting multiple case types in one framework.
🎤 Featuring Nizam Mogal and Abila Pranav

Beyond Ticketing: Unlocking Oracle Help Desk for HR and Payroll
📅 Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM ET
Discover how Oracle Help Desk can be extended beyond traditional ticketing to support end-to-end HR and Payroll processes using Redwood capabilities. The session will highlight real-world use cases such as work arrangement requests, termination reversals, and salary changes.
🎤 Featuring Nizam Mogal and Kirubaa Parthiban

Transforming Finance and Procurement with Oracle Help Desk
📅 Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM ET
Looking to simplify Finance and Procurement support processes? Join this live demo showcasing how Oracle Help Desk, enhanced with Redwood, can streamline supplier and customer inquiries, automate credit memo workflows, and enable supplier self-service. Discover practical ways to reduce manual effort, improve response times, and deliver a better service experience across your Finance organization.
🎤 Featuring Nizam Mogal and Sowmiya Manoharan

These sessions are a great opportunity for HR and Payroll leaders, process owners, and HCM service teams to explore more consistent and scalable approaches to service delivery in Oracle Cloud HCM.

You’re Not Being Ignored Because Your Ideas Are Bad…

You’ve done the work. You have the ideas. So why do some ideas gain traction while others never seem to get off the ground?

After a successful inaugural cohort, we’re excited to open registration for our next Becoming Unignorable program beginning September 9! Start by joining our free July 16 information session to learn what the cohort is all about and decide if it’s right for you. Save your seat now!

When Frustration Is Actually a Sign You’re Growing

We often think frustration is something to avoid, but what if it’s actually a signal that you’re learning? In his latest Emerging Leaders Program blog, Jon Vaughn explores the idea that the discomfort we experience when stepping into new responsibilities isn’t evidence of failure—it’s often evidence of growth.

Drawing on the concept of the “learning space,” the article explains why high-performing professionals frequently struggle when they move from being experts to becoming leaders. As responsibilities shift from execution to strategy, influence, and navigating ambiguity, frustration becomes a natural part of developing new skills. Instead of asking how to eliminate that feeling, Jon challenges readers to ask what it’s trying to teach them.

If you’re looking to grow as a leader—or preparing for your next career opportunity—this thoughtful read offers a valuable perspective on embracing discomfort as part of the journey.

Ready to accelerate your leadership growth? Applications for the next Emerging Leaders Program cohort are open now, but the deadline to apply is July 31. Don’t miss your opportunity to join a community of emerging leaders committed to developing the skills, confidence, and connections needed to lead with impact.

Cast Your Vote: Board of Directors Election Now Open!

Attention Professional and Corporate Members! Your voice matters! As a valued member, you have the opportunity to help shape the future of our organization by voting in the Board of Directors election.

Voting is a key member benefit and a vital part of our governance. By participating, you help ensure strong representation and leadership for our community.

All Professional and Corporate Primary Contacts will notified via email soon with voting instructions. If you have any questions, please contact engagement@questoraclecommunity.org for assistance.

Thank you for being an active part of our organization’s future! View the 2026 Quest Board of Directors Slate.

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Welcome to the newest Quest Corporate Members!

Congratulations and a warm welcome to our newest Quest Corporate Members! We’re excited to have you join our community and look forward to supporting your teams through education, networking, collaboration, and advocacy. Thank you for being part of Quest—we’re thrilled to have you with us!

• • Car-Freshner Corporation
  • Catholic Relief Services
  • Cupertino Electric
  • DeRoyal Industries
  • Interstate Companies
  • Interstate-McBee
  • Long Beach City College
  • Maricopa Community Colleges
  • Quaker Houghton
  • Quality Custom Distribution
  • Strathcona County
  • Tennessee Valley Authority
  • The Guthrie Clinic
  • The North American Coal Corporation
  • The University of Arizona
  • Uniti Group LLC
  • US Army

Curious about how to get more involved with the Quest community?

Whether you’re new to Quest or looking to help your team get more involved, our monthly Membership Overview is the perfect place to start. Join us for an interactive session where we’ll walk through the many ways to connect, learn, and make the most of your membership—from events and educational resources to networking opportunities and special programs.

Our next Membership Overview takes place July 28. Bring your questions, invite your colleagues, and discover how Quest can help you get even more value from your Oracle community. We hope to see you there!

If you have any questions before the session or would like to connect with us directly, email us at engagement@questoraclecommunity.org. We’re always happy to help and look forward to meeting you!

July 15 | 1:00 pm ET
Cloud HCM Community July Meetup

Pro Tip: All Cloud Community meetups are recorded and posted to their respective community pages, so you can watch—or rewatch—sessions at your convenience!

Upcoming Webinars:

HCM

July 8 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -Turn AI On: Attract and Retain Top Talent with Oracle AI

July 9 | 12:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -Product Update: Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM – 26C Release Update

July 14 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud HCM -Oracle Learning and Development – What’s New in Release 26C

EPM

July 15 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud EPM – TURN AI ON: Predictive AI in EPM—From Forecasting to Automated Baselines

SCM

July 6 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – Product Update: Oracle CPQ integration with Oracle Fusion Cloud Order Management and Pricing

July 9 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – Redwood Office Hours: Sourcing, Supplier and Supplier Qualification Management

July 13 | 1:00 pm ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – Product Update: Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM 26C Release Update

July 16 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud SCM – SCM – Redwood Office Hours: Supply Chain Planning

CX

July 15 | 11:00 am ET
Oracle Cloud CX – Marketing – Oracle Eloqua 26C Update

Have questions or want to get involved with Quest?

Have questions or want to learn more about Quest and what membership includes? We’re here to help you explore the full community experience and make sure you’re not missing out on opportunities to connect, learn, and grow with peers across Oracle applications.

Quest membership is designed to support ongoing learning and collaboration through peer-to-peer networking at community meetups, virtual webinars, and shared conversations with professionals facing similar challenges and initiatives. Paid members also gain access to 1:1 connections through the member directory, the ability to explore and post roles in the Career Center, and additional community resources that help extend learning beyond events.

Many members tell us the real value comes from being part of the ongoing dialogue—not just attending events, but staying connected to a broader network of practitioners, leaders, and experts throughout the year.

If you’d like to learn more about what’s included or how to get involved, we’re happy to help. Email us at engagement@questoraclecommunity.org.

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