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Hosted by Braintree & Microsoft
MODERN WORK
POWER SESSION
Wed 6 May 2026 13:00 - 18:00 The Oyster Box, Umhlanga
An afternoon for leaders building the next chapter of work. Real conversations on AI, Microsoft 365 Copilot and the cultural shift that turns a productivity tool into a competitive advantage.
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Thank you for the overwhelming response. We have reached venue capacity for this session. Confirmed attendees will receive their final reminders by SMS today and tomorrow morning. We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday.
NV THE KEYNOTE
Nicky Verd
Futurist · Bestselling Author · AI Strategist
Nicky Verd is one of Africa’s most sought-after voices on AI and the future of work. Her keynote unpacks how leaders can navigate exponential change, harness AI as a co-worker, and build organisations ready for what’s next. Expect a session that’s part wake-up call, part playbook, and entirely unforgettable.
THE AGENDA
How the afternoon unfolds.
12:30 Executive Lunch & Arrival 13:00 Welcome Address
Braintree Executive Overview and Context for 2026 Priorities
13:10 Keynote Address , Nicky Verd
AI, Leadership and Competing in a Technology-Driven Economy
13:40 Microsoft Surface as a Service
AI-Ready Devices and the Shift to Subscription Hardware
14:00 AI and Copilot in Action , Microsoft
From AI Assistant to Business Automation Across the Modern Workplace
14:30 Modern Workplace Security Solutions
Microsoft Purview, Defender and Responsible AI Governance
14:50 Microsoft Business Applications & Copilot
Dynamics 365, Customer Engagement, Finance & Operations · Embedding AI into Core Business Processes
15:10 Introduction to Braintree Managed Services
Operational Support, Governance and Ongoing Optimisation
15:25 Securing Your Business and AI with Arctic Wolf
Endpoint Security, Managed Detection and Incident Response
15:50 Closing Remarks 16:00 Networking, Sundowners & Entertainment THE VENUE
The Oyster Box, Umhlanga.
An iconic oceanfront landmark since 1947, The Oyster Box sits beside the Umhlanga lighthouse with sweeping views over the Indian Ocean. Colonial elegance, world-class hospitality and a setting that turns a working afternoon into something memorable.
Lighthouse Road · Umhlanga · KZN
Modern Work Power Session · Wednesday, 6 May 2026 · The Oyster Box, Umhlanga
Hosted by Braintree & Microsoft · braintree.co.za
