Blockchain and the Distributed Workforce

Workforce Advisor - passionate about making work better. I work at the intersection of org change, HR & tech.Tweets @AndySpence| Faculty @BlockchainRI | Fellow @theRSAorgAdvisor @Dock_io | Blogsquad & Moderator #UNLEASH18

Andy Spence

You have heard about blockchain, but ever wondered how the crypto hype could change the way we work?
Blockchain technology has some inherent features that could help us build the <A HREF="https://www.thersa.org/discover/publications-and-articles/rsa-comment/2018/02/blockchain-platforms-can-enable-good-work" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">next generation of work platforms</A> that are fairer and more effective.
Where is this new technology being applied in people management and HR?
-     Identity verification mechanisms, also including qualifications, work history and references
-     Decentralised career networks so people can monitise their own data rather than give it away for free and reduce the need for intermediaries and associated fees
-     Paying a variety of workers using digital smart contracts, making payment speedier and with less remittance fees
Don't worry, we will assume zero knowledge of blockchain!
We will give you a basic overview that will give you enough knowledge of the basic concepts.
We will showcase some leading start-ups in this fast-moving space, including :-
<A HREF="https://www.etch.work/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Etch</A> - real-time wages and payroll for hourly and salaried workers
<A HREF="https://rblock.co/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">R_Block</A> - decentralised hiring network & work identity proof
<A HREF="https://tiiqu.com/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">TiiQu</A> - decentralised professional passport using the trust quotient
<A HREF="http://www.vaultplatform.com/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Vault</A> - the world first blockchain powered counter-harassment platform
<A HREF="http://gigacha.in/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Gigachain</A> - a technology platform to protect workers worldwide from exploitation and labour abuse
<A HREF="https://www.pathfoundation.io/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Path</A> - digital credentialing and career path management framework on the blockchain
The event will start at 6pm, with an introduction to Blockchain, and the opportunities in HR, followed by the start-ups,
A panel discussion on “Will Blockchain Revolutionise The Way we Work?” will include :-
Hema Bakhshi  @Hema1982 -> “HR and recruiting guru” ex Santander, HP – now helping orgs navigate the future of work
Gareth Jones  @garelaos -> “People technology nut” COO Headstart AI start up coach and commercial leader.
Liz Rennie @erennie_  -> “Recruitment Industry analyst” Global Workforce Solutions Research Director at SIA and HR Solution Architect
Euros Evans @Euros -> “on a mission to rid the world of payday” Founder of Etch, blockchain pioneer and architect
Panel will finish around 8.30pm with networking and drinks.
Your Host - <A HREF="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewspencehrtransformation/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Andy Spence</A> - I have worked on over 20 transformation programmes in different sectors and geographies.  My passion is making work better and fascinated by the intersection of people, technology and organisational change.  My recent research paper, "Blockchain and the CHRO" was published by the Tapscotts <A HREF="https://www.blockchainresearchinstitute.org/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Blockchain Research Institute</A>.
This event is sponsored by <A HREF="https://www.rocketspace.com/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Rocketspace</A> and co-hosted by <A HREF="https://www.etch.work/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Etch</A> and <A HREF="https://www.meetup.com/N-O-M-A-N-London/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">N.O.M.A.N</A> - London's premier meetup for blockchain start-ups and investors.
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How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Email Andy@GlassBeadConsulting.com

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