Registration & Networking

Organiser’s Welcome Address

Catherine Wong, Managing Director - HRM Asia

Chairperson’s Opening Remarks

Sandrine Provoost, Chief Executive Officer - Vertical Breakthrough

[KEYNOTE] Shaping Workforce Transformation for Global Market Excellence

In the rapidly evolving landscape of the modern workplace, organisations must adapt and transform to remain competitive and resilient. The opening keynote will address strategic approaches for developing adaptive and forward-thinking frameworks that support organisational agility and workforce resilience. By aligning these strategies with global standards, organisations can ensure sustainable growth and a future-ready workforce.

Join us for this insightful keynote session to explore the future of HR and discover how to drive meaningful transformation within your organisation.

Dr. Jaclyn Lee, CHRO – Certis Group

Considerations for HR Leaders in their Digital Transformation Journey

In a world that is digitalising at a fast pace and where change is constant, HR digital transformation is no longer optional. To achieve a breakthrough level of agility and greater business value, HR leaders are evolving their role as change makers, underscoring the emphasis that organisations are placing on new age technologies and transformation efforts to navigate the future of work.

This session will glean insights into the essential stages and factors necessary for a successful digital transformation, including how to modernise and optimise strategies to align with key business needs and enterprise-wide priorities.

Jocelyn Ma, Senior Solution Consultant – Unit4

CHROs in Action: Strengthening Resilience and Retention in Today’s Global Workforce

In today’s dynamic business landscape, CHROs face the dual challenge of adapting to a rapidly evolving workforce while pursuing global expansion.

Join BIPO for an engaging discussion on navigating these complexities. We will explore how technology can help to redefine agile work models, enhance employee engagement and strengthen retention. Discover emerging trends and strategies to stay ahead of the curve while addressing the intricacies of regional HR management. Gain insights to build a resilient and future-ready workforce in a world of constant change.

Albert Liew, Managing Director – Singapore & Indochina – BIPO

Morning Tea Break

Gaining an AI Workforce Edge – Thriving in an Uncertain, AI-Powered Future

How can businesses adapt to the tectonic shifts of talent scarcity, cost volatility and geopolitical disruption that are upending the old world of planning and steady-state work? Companies must rapidly reshape their workforce to meet growth, profits and relevance.

AI offers potential solutions but also new uncertainties. As such, CEOs, CHROs and CIOs must navigate strategic questions on harnessing AI to calibrate the workforce, correlate employee performance with outcomes and consistently outpace an ever-changing workforce.

The path forward lies in achieving a “Workforce AI Edge” – The ability to continuously shape-shift the workforce, elevate performance and thrive in an uncertain, AI-powered economy. Forward-looking companies are pioneering new approaches to gain this critical competitive edge so join the movement of high performers, who are already mastering the challenges of today’s business landscape through a Workforce AI Edge approach.

Lee Boon Huat, Senior Vice President, Strategy & Growth – Asia Pacific – Visier

[PANEL] Navigating the Multigenerational Workforce: The Impact of Gen Z and the Evolution of Today’s Workplace

In today’s diverse work environment, the presence of multiple generations, from Baby Boomers to Generation Z, creates a unique dynamic that shapes workplace culture and practices. It's crucial to explore how the youngest cohort, Generation Z, is influencing workplace dynamics and culture.

This session explores the dynamics of a multigenerational workforce, focusing on the pivotal role of Generation Z in transforming workplace culture and practices. This session will delve into strategies to bridge generational gaps, promote collaboration, and leverage the unique strengths of each generation to create a more inclusive and innovative workplace.

Moderator:

Go Ashokh Menon, Agile Coach & Change Adviser - One Synergy Global

Panelists:

Don Leow, CHRO – SBS Transit

Gareth Poh, Regional Head of HR - C.H. Robinson

Uday Burra, Head of People Experience Care - Nokia

Playbooks for Navigating the Next Workforce

Join Outsized in a transformative session exploring the evolving landscape of work. As organisations face unprecedented changes, understanding and implementing agile talent models, and identifying emerging talent personas are more vital than ever.

This presentation will offer key insights on constructing a future-ready capability model, essential for fostering a resilient and adaptive workforce. Do not miss this opportunity to gain strategic takeaways that will empower you to effectively guide your organisation through future challenges.

Anurag Bhalla, Co-Founder & Managing Director - Asia Pacific - Outsized

Lunch & Networking

HR in the Age of Flexibility: Enabling Organisational Agility to Drive Performance & Innovation

With the new guidelines on flexible work arrangements (FWAs), it is crucial for organisations to rethink productivity and adapt to evolving ways of working. How can HR leaders spearhead the adoption of agility within organisational culture to drive both performance and innovation?

In this session, explore the pivotal role of HR in fostering flexibility, implementing adaptive strategies and creating work environments that respond swiftly to change. By integrating design thinking principles and agile methodologies, HR professionals can cultivate dynamic and inclusive workplaces that address the diverse needs of the workforce.

Christoffer Erichsen, Founding Partner & Chief Executive Officer - Human Inc

Mental Health Matters - It’s Time to Normalise Mental Health Awareness

The evolving workplace continues to challenge organisations and leaders to pivot and innovate, particularly in how they support employee experience and well-being. In today’s operating climate, mental health is no longer an afterthought but instead, at the top of every HR leader’s agenda.

How do we go about navigating and normalising mental health in the changing workplace and what are some tried and tested initiatives that have proven successful? Join Bloomberg in this session to learn how to create, maintain and nurture an engaged and healthy workforce for tomorrow.

Sian Hooper, Co-Head of HR – Asia Pacific - Bloomberg

Kelvin Cen, Head of Southeast Asia - Bloomberg

Leading Inclusively: Harnessing Personality for Organisational Success

Hogan Assessments and Optimal Consulting will share findings on inclusive leadership characteristics, and present strategies for identifying and developing more inclusive leaders. Gain deeper insights into your team’s needs and aspirations by leveraging personality insights and discussing practical approaches for CHROs to elevate the inclusive leadership capabilities of middle management. This session promises to equip you with the necessary tools to foster a more inclusive and effective organisational culture.

Zsolt Feher, Vice President of Business Development – Hogan Assessment Systems

Tan Wee Ping, Managing Director, Consulting & Client Services – Asia | Managing Director – Singapore – Optimal Consulting Group

Afternoon Tea Break

[FIRESIDE CHAT] Leveraging New Age Technologies to Build a Foundation for the Next Evolution of Work

As technologies continue to shape the way we work, integrating AI into flexible work arrangements can significantly enhance the efficiency, productivity and well-being of employees. This interactive panel will highlight the enhancements provided by AI in flexible work, dissecting the challenges and considerations in implementing AI, and introduce winning strategies to help organisations leverage AI to revolutionise work.

Moderator:

Sandhya Karpe, Human Capital Centre Leader – Asia & Program Director of Asia Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council – The Conference Board

Panelists:

Ruth Gellert-Neale, Chief People Officer, Technology – Asia Pacific & EMEA – JLL Technologies

Raunak Bhandari, Regional HR Business Partner Leader - Google

Flexible Working Rights: Cultivating Fair Employment Practices in Singapore

With Singapore looking to create a workplace norm where employees feel that it is acceptable to request for flexible work arrangements, the onus is on organisations to create fair employment practices that eliminate discrimination and support all employees. This session examines employers’ legal obligations and employees’ rights, including fair compensation in a flexible work environment.

Iris Goh, Director, Talent - Forvis Mazars Singapore

Closing Remarks & End of Conference