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PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP DAY
July 25, 2023

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Registration

8:30 AM - 10:15 AM | Workshop on Training Needs Analysis Workshop

Objective:
This is a 2-hour workshop that will focus on how the organization can create a training strategy and plan to follow as they develop their corporate training.

1. Understand the short and long-term organizational goals for the employees.
2. Check and review the current performance and identify the gaps.
3. Identify the training and development needs of the employees in the organization.

Workshop Leader:
Mari Arribe
Vice President - Training and Organizational Development
Advanced Learning Programs

10:15 AM -10:45 AM | NETWORKING BREAK

10:45 AM - 12:30 PM I Workshop on Employee Engagement: Flexible Working Experience

Objective:
Flexible work arrangement has become a major consideration to the employees who are willing to leave their current role for greater flexibility. This 2-hour workshop will help the participants to learn why does flex working have a great impact to employee engagement.

1. Pros and cons of having a flex working arrangement.
2. The feel-good factor to engage employees.
3. Promote Work-Life balance.
4. Learn about employer's resources for employees balanced lifestyle

Invited Workshop Leader:
Ravi Subramanian
Director People Experience (Malaysia,Indonesia and Singapore)
Pfizer Malaysia

Noorazam Abbas
Head Of Human Resources
Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB)

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM | NETWORKING LUNCH

MAIN CONFERENCE
July 26, 2023

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Opening Remarks and Speed Networking Session

8:00 AM - 8:25 AM | PRESENTATION: State of Workplace Wellbeing in the 21st Century

Abstract:
Workplace Wellbeing relates to all aspects of working life, from the quality and safety of the physical environment to how workers feel about it and the organization. In the 21st century, worker and workplace must be innovative, competitive and fair. Considering the rise of Gen Z workers, workplace must also be adaptive in a way that it matches the needs of Gen Z Workers. Having this kind of workplace motivates new generation of workers to be more effective and productive.

Key points:
1. The 21st workplace.
2. How the workplace wellbeing changes in the 21st century?
3. What are the trends and challenges in the workplace wellbeing in the 21st century?
4. How to sustain the workplace wellbeing in the 21st century?
5. Employee performance and experience in the 21st century.

Confirmed Speaker:
Sharmeel Kaur
Head Of Human Resources
DHL, Malaysia

8:25 AM - 8:50 AM | PRESENTATION: Impact of Change Management in Employee Performance

Abstract:
The purpose of change management is to implement strategies for effecting, controlling and helping people to adapt change. Organizations are changing faster than ever. Adapting to the new implemented process and system can help the employees to see their effectiveness, quality, and efficiency to their tasks.

Key points:
1. Effects of change management in employee performance.
2. How does the employees deal with the transition or transformation of an organization's goals, processes or technologies?
3. What are the challenges that an employee encounters during this change?

Confirmed Speaker:
Chee Gay Lim
Group Chief Human Resources Officer | Executive Vice President Human Resources
TDCX

8:50 AM - 9:15 AM | PRESENTATION: Bridging the Gap in Training and Growth Innovation

Abstract:
Training, learning and development allows employers to pinpoint the knowledge and skills they want their employees to have. It can educate employees about new skills or provide updates on existing skills to enhance productivity. Employees who are trained are more likely to have a long-term commitment to their employer, as well as perform better at work.

Key points:
1. Training and development trends in 2023
2. How does the organization support the training needs of their employees?
3. Importance of employee's skill innovation.

Invited Speakers:
Fong Tuan CHEN
Senior Executive Vice President (Group Human Capital)
Maybank, Malaysia

Norfaiezah Arshad
Chief Human Resource Officer
Zurich Insurance Malaysia Berhad

Fairurizam Kasmuri
Group Chief Human Resources Officer
IIUM Holdings Sdn Bhd

Kabil Shamsuri
People Director
Brandt International

Zaid Azlan Klair
Chief Human Resources Officer
Canaan Communication & Technologies Sdn. Bhd

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM | PANEL DISCUSSION: Reskilling and Upskilling to boost Employee Transformation

Abstract:
Improvement on employees' skills are very important in the organization. It enables them to develop the skills needed by the employee to remain competitive.

1. Reskilling vs. Upskilling
2. Reskilling and upskilling as a successful career path
3. Identify employee's skill gaps
4. Benefits of reskilling and upskilling employees to the organization

Moderator:
Nina Arribe
HR Director
Pioneer Square Brands, USA and Philippines
Confirmed Panelists:
Sow Chat Gan
VP, Human Resources
Teleperformance Malaysia

Koljit (Ajit) Singh
Human Resources Director, APAC
Flexsys, Malaysia
Invited Panelists:
Leong Waiyin
HR People Experience & Operations Lead
Unilever - Malaysia

Sri Vidya Nadarajah
Country HR Leader
GE Malaysia

Anita Selvi Selvaraju
Director of Human Resources
Ascott International Management, Malaysia

Gavin Baxter
HR Director (Culture & Transformation)
Astro

Vinnie Raviraj
Senior Director HR & Talent Acquisition
SRG Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd

10:00 AM - 10:40 AM | NETWORKING BREAK

10:40 AM - 11:05 AM I PRESENTATION: Effective HR Communication in the Organization

Abstract:
Communicating with different levels and personalities in the organization is the most critical skill an HR leader can possess. Whether you are communicating new policies or working with a team or individual on a specific issue, effective communication is key to an HR leader's success.

Key points:
1. Determine the importance of effective communication in the workplace.
2. Identify the common issues and challenges that an HR leader encounters in the workplace communication
3. Different ways how to resolve conflicts and improve HR communication in the organization

Confirmed Speaker:
Yeoh Sai Yew
Head, Human Resources
MYAirline Sdn. Bhd.

11:05 AM - 11:30 AM | PRESENTATION: Employee Relations: The Department with the Personal Touch

Abstract:
Employee Relations (ER) is the term that defines the relationship between employers and employees. ER focuses both on individual and collective relationships in the workplace with an increasing emphasis on the relationship between managers and their team members. Share the best practices of ER in workplace.

Key points:
1. ER examples
2. ER Key principle ( keep the promises, be clear and honest in communication)
3. Best practices sharing ( trust, clear vision, honest, recognition, invest in people, no favorite )

Confirmed Speaker:
Chandra Ramachanderam
Asia Regional Lead
AMD

11:30 AM - 11:55 AM | PRESENTATION: Best Practice for Designing a Comprehensive and Effective Talent Management Strategies: The Case of Biomed Global.

Abstract:
After a couple of years of remote and hybrid work, it is clear how the workforce has changed. Everything is paperless and current employees are more tech-savvy. This empowers employees to curate a work environment that suits them best and makes employees feel like they belong.

Key points:
1. Identify the benefits of remote and hybrid work to employees
2. Determine the challenges of remote workers.
3. Effect of remote work in the employee's performance assesment

Speaker:
Dr. Leap Han Loo
Group Head of Talent Management (Malaysia and Singapore)

Biomed Global

11:55 AM - 1:25 PM | NETWORKING LUNCH

1:25 PM - 1:40 PM | Ice Breaker

1:40 PM - 2:25 PM | PANNEL DISCUSSION: Reshaping Employee Performance to prevent ‘Quiet Quitting’

Abstract:
Quiet Quitting has become one of the greatest trends in Human Resources due to toxic workplace culture. Employees are tired of constantly being pushed to do more and give more but got less recognition. Employees want to do something that matters to them.

Key points:
1. Why quiet quitting is still one of the greatest trend from the past years until today?
2. Identify the common factors why the employee is experiencing Quiet-Quitting.
3. How does Quiet Quitting affects employee performance?
4.As an HR Professional how do you manage employees who are suffering Quiet-Quitting and how to improve the employee performance?
5. What will the organization do to end Quiet Quitting and focus on reshaping employee performance?

Invited Speakers:
Nadiah Tan Abdullah
Chief Human Resources Officer
S P Setia Berhad Corporate

Sugunah Verumandy
Head of Human Resources
HSBC Bank Malaysia

Berhad Adela Lim
HR CoE Lead - Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines
AstraZeneca

Pamela Yap
Country HR Head, Singapore and Malaysia
Merck Group

2:25 PM - 2:50 PM | PRESENTATION: Quiet Hiring: New Ways to Attract in-Demand Talents

Abstract:
Organizations today face a competitive hiring landscape. Quiet hiring is a strategy where an organization acquires new skills without actually hiring new full-time employees. It is usually means giving current employees more responsibilities beyond their current job description. In this panel discussion, we will find out the reason behind the emerging quiet hiring and it's role to attract in-demand talents.

1. Why does quiet-hiring become popular in the HR Landscape? When did it start?
2. How does quiet-hiring helps the organization in attracting in-demand talents?
3. What are the strategies of the organization about it?
4. How does quiet hiring become beneficial to the employers? How about the employees?

Confirmed Speaker:
Abdul Khaliq Putra
Assistant Vice President II - Head of Talent Acquisition Unit
Pengurusan Air Selangor

2:50 PM - 3:35 PM | ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION : Redifining Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging have been very popular in the organizations today. DEIB initiatives are a part of addressing bias, discrimination, harassment, unfair wages and other issues in the workplace. In a dynamic work environment, companies can never be prepared enough. The need for DEIB has also increased the evolving work models — from in-person to virtual and hybrid environments.

1. Why did the organization need to embrace the DEIB initiatives?
2. How does it helps the employees?
3. What is the most difficult part of implementing a DEIB program?
4. How can you sustain the DEIB in the workplace?
5. How can you oversee the future of DEIB in the workplace?

Moderator:
Karen Hutcheson
Head of People (Asia)
Exness, Thailand

3:35 PM - 4:00 PM | PRESENTATION: Compensation Management in Terms of Work Structure

Abstract:
Compensation management is very important for employee motivation. Employees who feel well-compensated are more likely to be motivated, loyal and higher performing than those who are not. Having an effective compensation strategy can ensure pay equity, which is equal pay for equal value of work.

1. Define the difference between remote, hybrid and in-office workers in terms of their tasks.
2. In this case, how can an HR professional ensure that employee's task are well performed?
3. Does is it necessary to have different levels of compensation to the different types of workers?
4. Why compensation is important in relation to employee productivity?
5. What is the impact of compensation in employee performance of remote, hybrid, and in-office workers?

Invited Speakers:
Siti Salmiah Mohd Nor
Chief People Officer
Bank Rakyat Malaysia

Rohit Lala
Head of Rewards, APAC
Novartis

Pauline Ng
Head of Human Resources
Samsung Electronics Malaysia

Shalina Gopalan
Group Chief HR Officer
Asahi Holdings SEA

Adam Abdullah
Head Of Human Resources
Hektar Property Services Sdn Bhd

Priscilla Lim
HR Head
Sanofi

4:00 PM - 4:40 PM | NETWORKING BREAK

4:40 PM - 5:05 PM | PRESENTATION : Talent Mobility to Retain Employees

Talent mobility refers to moving an existing workers to another positions to enhance their skills, experiences, and talents. The right people, with the right skills, in the right place, at the right time. This is also a strategy to minimize employee turnover through retention.

1. Why is talent mobility important on the 21st century workplace?
2. How to boost talent mobility in the organization?
3. What are the ways to encourage talent mobility of the employees?
4. What is the relationship of talent mobility and retention?
5. How does talent mobility retain employees?

Invited Speakers:
Leong Yu
Vice President - Human Resources
Resorts World Genting

Noor Syafizan Abas
Head Of Human Resources
Dunham-Bush Malaysia

Dr. Mak Met
Senior Vice President Human Resources
Sarawak Energy Berhad

Izham Ab Wahab
Chief Human Capital Officer
Bank Simpanan Nasional

Tan Kim Lian
Vice President, Human Resources
Genting Malaysia Berhad

5:05 PM - 7:00 PM | HR Happy Hour at the Exhibition Area

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | REGISTRATION

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Opening Remarks and Speed Networking Session

8:30 AM - 8:50 AM | PRESENTATION: Delivering Mindful HR in Today's Evolving Employee Experience

Abstract:
The Future of Work is now. The role of HR in today's workplace has and must evolve with the changing landscape of the employee experience journey. Our role continues to enable organizations and employees to thrive by reflecting and reinventing, and changing the way we deliver our value. The pandemic has highlighted the urgency for a more dynamic talent, work model, and employee experience. As HR leaders, we are able to support in achieving this by focusing on identity, agility, scalability and overall well being.

Speaker:

Karen Hutcheson
Director of People
Delivery Hero / foodpanda Thailand

8:50 AM - 9:10 AM | PRESENTATION: Building an Effective Workforce in a More Digital World

 Abstract:

As the world evolves, disruptive forces reshape the way we live, work, and learn at an unprecedented pace. Automation has reduced our reliance on human labour and created new jobs which require essential human skills. Technology has penetrated almost every industry and has forced employees to learn digital skills. Data has become an asset to many organisations and to realize its true value, data literacy has risen in importance.

How then can HR and learning teams support their workforce in order to keep pace with peers and competition? In this session, hear from Eklavya Bhave, Senior Regional Director, Asia from Coursera how organizations can effectively reskill and upskill their workforces for the jobs of tomorrow.

Key points:
-Forces reshaping the way we work and learn
-The need for upskilled talent
-Top trending skills in the digital economy
-Measurable, role-based skill development
-Building talent pipelines

Speaker:

Eklavya Bhave
Senior Regional Director, Asia
Coursera

9:10 AM - 9:30 AM | PRESENTATION: Global Talent Wars – Acquire, On Board, and Retain the Talent via Digital Engagement

Abstract:

Attracting talent is challenging. Companies are always competing for talents – and especially thru Covid – digitized recruitment processes and candidate engagement is how people are forming their view of their future workplace. Candidates these days are expecting you to have seamless digital engagement and lacking this capability could lead up to losing good candidates which creates huge opportunity costs for companies.

In this session, Whispir seeks to address how to enhance the candidate engagement process by adopting simple, off-the-shelf candidate communication tools in a matter of days.

Key points

-The power of digital communications for HR & recruiting in an increasingly digital world
-Make the right first impression that appeals to your talents’ interest
-Continuing momentum throughout the hiring and onboarding process
-Boosting employee retention through effective communication

Speaker:
Wayne Lee
Chief Revenue Officer
Whispir

9:30 AM - 10:10 AM | NETWORKING BREAK

10:10 AM - 10:55 AM I PANEL DISCUSSION: Great Management: The First Step to a Mentally Healthy Workforce

Objective:

The main focus of this panel discussion is to talk about the strategies an organization must do to promote mental health in the workplace. At the end of the discussion, the audience will learn the different ways how to strengthen the policy environment, stakeholder engagement, enhanced mental health literacy, and behavior change.

-Why does mental health very important to talk about in the workplace?

-Based on your experience as a mental health advocate in your workplace, what are the situations you encountered that make mental health considered as number one trend?

-How can you make the organizational support in mental health will work for the employees?

-In the current state of Human Resources, how can you bring awareness to the mental health of the employees?

-How does the generation gap affect the mental health of the employees?

Moderator:

Anne Ordona
General Manager
Infinit Care

Panelists:

Marvin Rodriguez
Country Director
MiraMed

Sapna Chauhan
HR Manager
Parul University, India

Donnabelle Michelle Reyes
HR Director
Colourette Cosmetics

Jakeson Quiatchon
Country HR/People Manager
Intrepid Philippines

Shyne Mangulabnan
Head of Clinical Care / Licensed Counselor
Infinit Care

10:55 AM - 11:15 AM | PRESENTATION: Powering a Future-Ready Workforce with Flexible Benefits

Abstract:

AboitizPower recognizes that people are the most valuable resource in driving its transformation and fulfilling its commitment to advancing business and communities. The company remains a people-centric organization that fosters a purposeful work environment, which aims to provide meaningful experiences and opportunities for each team member’s growth and welfare. Hence, AP’s HR leadership team continuously implements strategies that nurture the human aspect of management, such as crafting programs to directly address employee needs. Among these initiatives is the iFlex program, a cafeteria-style benefits plan that enables employees to select from various offerings to build a benefit package that would best meet their needs. With AP’s culture-focused approach, providing its people with flexible benefits is one of the many ways the organization shows its investment not only in their overall well-being but, more importantly, in powering a better future for them.

 

Speaker:

Malu Inofre
FVP and Chief HR Officer
Aboitiz Power Corporation

11:15 PM - 11:35 AM | PRESENTATION: HR Safety Compliance & Handling Appropriate Escalation Report

Abstract:

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) focuses primarily on protecting employees in the workplace from accidents, injuries, and exposure to harmful substances. It deals with all aspects of health and safety in the workplace and has a strong focus on primary prevention of hazards. Its goal is to prevent accidents and harm to people from work-related activities and keep them safe and secure in the workplace.

Key points :

1.Business Rule Registration compliance rule 1020

2.Safety Housekeeping

3.OSH Programs

4.Strengthening Safety Officers with Training and Development

5. Feedbacking analysis report in Operations accidents, platforms and incentive programs.

 

Speaker:

Erico V. Fidel
HR Director
Crave Technology Enterprise Solutions

11:35 AM - 1:05 PM | NETWORKING LUNCH

1:05 PM - 1:15 PM | Ice Breaker

1:15 PM - 2:05 PM | PANEL DISCUSSION: Talent Attraction and Retention of Best Employees

Objective:

To attract top talent, your organization needs to be a place where people advance their career. It needs to be a place where people are given opportunities to learn new skills and take on new challenges. Employee retention allows a company to continually develop its staff, without losing the investments they have made in skills and training. Creating a unique or positive image of a company will help attract the right people from the start.

1. How can we advance the retention and attracting best talents in the organization?

2. What is the biggest challenge in the retaining and attracting best talent at the moment?

3. What do you think the best outcome for the employees would be?

4. What are common misconceptions people have regarding this topic? How can we battle on these misconceptions and communicate more effectively?

5.What has helped you get to where you are and what advice would you have for others who want to set off in a similar direction?

Moderator:

Darwin B. Rivers
VP-HR Operations
inspiro

Panelists:

Chetan Indap
Founder & CEO
Callify

Marvin Rodriguez
Country Director
MiraMed

Khim Tan
Group Chief HR Officer
Alliance Bank of Malaysia, Berhad

Janette Lagazo
HR Manager
ConnectWise Philippines Inc

2:05 PM - 2:25 PM | PRESENTATION: Communication in the Corporate World

Abstract:

Corporate communication is one of the most important variables that determine whether businesses succeed or fail in today's digitally connected world.

Key points:

-Communication in terms of brand awareness, innovation, and employee productivity.

-Communication includes the company’s messaging to its audience and the world at large.

-In an era of empowered employees, we need to identify why communication is very important for each generation (Gen Z, Millennials, and Baby Boomers).

 

Speaker:
Tessa Mercado
Director of HR and Operations
MC Credit Solutions LLC

2:25 PM - 3:15 PM | ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION: Popularity of Remote Work Technology

The modern workforce is increasingly mobile, collaborative, and dynamic. Because of these advances in technology and internet access, remote working has become an accepted practice in many companies. The top of the mind of every employee is to maintain a work-life balance. The ability to balance these two worlds has become the key promote to employee-wellbeing.

-Why does working remotely/hybrid work very important in today's generation?

-Does working remotely applicable to all employees? As an HR practitioner, how can you ensure that the employees are productive in their tasks and responsibilities?

-What are the challenges that most remote employees encountered? Do these challenges make them proactive or inactive?

-What are the considerations before embracing remote work technology?

-What do you think is the future of remote work technology?

Facilitator:

Gagandeep Singh
Account Director - APAC
Coursera

3:15 PM - 3:35 PM | PRESENTATION: Gen Z and Redefining the Workplace

Abstract:

The new wave of employees are impacting HR Strategies and pushing organizations to come up with a more out of the box approach for talent attraction and retention. In this current landscape where “quiet quitting” has become the trend, what HR priorities should be top of mind to ensure that what the organization stands for remains attractive to these new breed of workers and how can HR engage its current roster of baby boomer, Gen X and millennial leaders to understand and adapt their mindset to become leaders that connects and empathizes with their Gen Y and Z employees.

Key Points:

-Who is Gen Z?
1.Behavior
2.Mindset
3.Preference

-Gen Z and their ways of working 1.Digital Tools and technology skills
2.Comfort with analytics and data
3. Design and Creative centric
4. Not afraid to challenge and ask questions

-What is attractive to them and what does this mean for HR?
1.Work Life Balance
2.Transparency and Flexibility
3. Empathetic Leadership
4. Mental Health and Psychological Safety
5. Diversity and Inclusion
6.Team Dynamics
7. Social Justice and work that creates a positive impact

-Effective Leadership Strategies 1.Evolving Role of Leaders to Gen Z and Gen Y
2.Timely Coaching
3.Communication Styles
4. L&D

 

Speaker:

Donnabelle Michelle Reyes
HR Director
Colourette Cosmetics

3:35 PM - 4:15 PM | NETWORKING BREAK

4:15 PM - 4:35 PM | PRESENTATION: Building Critical Skills and Competencies

Speaker:

Smith Dacasin
Country HR Leader
Kyndryl, Philippines

4:35 PM - 5:25 PM | PANEL DISCUSSION: Company Values and Work Culture

PANEL DISCUSSION: Company Values and Work Culture

Objective:

A work environment that possesses organizational culture is driven by purpose and clear expectations. Workers are more likely to enjoy work when their needs and values are consistent with their employers. By establishing culture and set of values, businesses can help communicate the goals for their organization and help employees and leadership understand the motivators behind company decisions.

- How would you describe the work environment?

- How do you, re-motivate employees, when objectives have not been achieved?

- What kind of opportunities can you give to the employees to have their progress in the company?

- How can you promote good company values and Work culture in the workplace?

- How do company values and work culture affect each other, especially in the current state of Human Resources?

Moderator:

Nina Arribe
HR Leader
Pioneer Square Brands, USA and Philippines

Panelists:

Donnabelle Michelle Reyes
HR Director
Colourette Cosmetics

Jakeson Quiatchon
Country HR/People Manager
Intrepid Philippines

Jun Roy
HROD Consulting Sector Head
Nomura Research Institute

5:25 PM - 7:00 PM | HR Happy Hour at the Exhibition Area

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | REGISTRATION

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Opening Remarks and Speed Networking Session

8:30 AM - 8:50 AM | PRESENTATION: Delivering Mindful HR in Today's Evolving Employee Experience

Abstract:
The Future of Work is now. The role of HR in today's workplace has and must evolve with the changing landscape of the employee experience journey. Our role continues to enable organizations and employees to thrive by reflecting and reinventing, and changing the way we deliver our value. The pandemic has highlighted the urgency for a more dynamic talent, work model, and employee experience. As HR leaders, we are able to support in achieving this by focusing on identity, agility, scalability and overall well being.

Speaker:

Karen Hutcheson
Director of People
Delivery Hero / foodpanda Thailand

8:50 AM - 9:10 AM | PRESENTATION: Building an Effective Workforce in a More Digital World

 Abstract:

As the world evolves, disruptive forces reshape the way we live, work, and learn at an unprecedented pace. Automation has reduced our reliance on human labour and created new jobs which require essential human skills. Technology has penetrated almost every industry and has forced employees to learn digital skills. Data has become an asset to many organisations and to realize its true value, data literacy has risen in importance.

How then can HR and learning teams support their workforce in order to keep pace with peers and competition? In this session, hear from Eklavya Bhave, Senior Regional Director, Asia from Coursera how organizations can effectively reskill and upskill their workforces for the jobs of tomorrow.

Key points:
-Forces reshaping the way we work and learn
-The need for upskilled talent
-Top trending skills in the digital economy
-Measurable, role-based skill development
-Building talent pipelines

Speaker:

Eklavya Bhave
Senior Regional Director, Asia
Coursera

9:10 AM - 9:30 AM | PRESENTATION: Global Talent Wars – Acquire, On Board, and Retain the Talent via Digital Engagement

Abstract:

Attracting talent is challenging. Companies are always competing for talents – and especially thru Covid – digitized recruitment processes and candidate engagement is how people are forming their view of their future workplace. Candidates these days are expecting you to have seamless digital engagement and lacking this capability could lead up to losing good candidates which creates huge opportunity costs for companies.

In this session, Whispir seeks to address how to enhance the candidate engagement process by adopting simple, off-the-shelf candidate communication tools in a matter of days.

Key points

-The power of digital communications for HR & recruiting in an increasingly digital world
-Make the right first impression that appeals to your talents’ interest
-Continuing momentum throughout the hiring and onboarding process
-Boosting employee retention through effective communication

Speaker:
Wayne Lee
Chief Revenue Officer
Whispir

9:30 AM - 10:10 AM | NETWORKING BREAK

10:10 AM - 10:55 AM I PANEL DISCUSSION: Great Management: The First Step to a Mentally Healthy Workforce

Objective:

The main focus of this panel discussion is to talk about the strategies an organization must do to promote mental health in the workplace. At the end of the discussion, the audience will learn the different ways how to strengthen the policy environment, stakeholder engagement, enhanced mental health literacy, and behavior change.

-Why does mental health very important to talk about in the workplace?

-Based on your experience as a mental health advocate in your workplace, what are the situations you encountered that make mental health considered as number one trend?

-How can you make the organizational support in mental health will work for the employees?

-In the current state of Human Resources, how can you bring awareness to the mental health of the employees?

-How does the generation gap affect the mental health of the employees?

Moderator:

Anne Ordona
General Manager
Infinit Care

Panelists:

Marvin Rodriguez
Country Director
MiraMed

Sapna Chauhan
HR Manager
Parul University, India

Donnabelle Michelle Reyes
HR Director
Colourette Cosmetics

Jakeson Quiatchon
Country HR/People Manager
Intrepid Philippines

Shyne Mangulabnan
Head of Clinical Care / Licensed Counselor
Infinit Care

10:55 AM - 11:15 AM | PRESENTATION: Powering a Future-Ready Workforce with Flexible Benefits

Abstract:

AboitizPower recognizes that people are the most valuable resource in driving its transformation and fulfilling its commitment to advancing business and communities. The company remains a people-centric organization that fosters a purposeful work environment, which aims to provide meaningful experiences and opportunities for each team member’s growth and welfare. Hence, AP’s HR leadership team continuously implements strategies that nurture the human aspect of management, such as crafting programs to directly address employee needs. Among these initiatives is the iFlex program, a cafeteria-style benefits plan that enables employees to select from various offerings to build a benefit package that would best meet their needs. With AP’s culture-focused approach, providing its people with flexible benefits is one of the many ways the organization shows its investment not only in their overall well-being but, more importantly, in powering a better future for them.

 

Speaker:

Malu Inofre
FVP and Chief HR Officer
Aboitiz Power Corporation

11:15 PM - 11:35 AM | PRESENTATION: HR Safety Compliance & Handling Appropriate Escalation Report

Abstract:

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) focuses primarily on protecting employees in the workplace from accidents, injuries, and exposure to harmful substances. It deals with all aspects of health and safety in the workplace and has a strong focus on primary prevention of hazards. Its goal is to prevent accidents and harm to people from work-related activities and keep them safe and secure in the workplace.

Key points :

1.Business Rule Registration compliance rule 1020

2.Safety Housekeeping

3.OSH Programs

4.Strengthening Safety Officers with Training and Development

5. Feedbacking analysis report in Operations accidents, platforms and incentive programs.

 

Speaker:

Erico V. Fidel
HR Director
Crave Technology Enterprise Solutions

11:35 AM - 1:05 PM | NETWORKING LUNCH

1:05 PM - 1:15 PM | Ice Breaker

1:15 PM - 2:05 PM | PANEL DISCUSSION: Talent Attraction and Retention of Best Employees

Objective:

To attract top talent, your organization needs to be a place where people advance their career. It needs to be a place where people are given opportunities to learn new skills and take on new challenges. Employee retention allows a company to continually develop its staff, without losing the investments they have made in skills and training. Creating a unique or positive image of a company will help attract the right people from the start.

1. How can we advance the retention and attracting best talents in the organization?

2. What is the biggest challenge in the retaining and attracting best talent at the moment?

3. What do you think the best outcome for the employees would be?

4. What are common misconceptions people have regarding this topic? How can we battle on these misconceptions and communicate more effectively?

5.What has helped you get to where you are and what advice would you have for others who want to set off in a similar direction?

Moderator:

Darwin B. Rivers
VP-HR Operations
inspiro

Panelists:

Chetan Indap
Founder & CEO
Callify

Marvin Rodriguez
Country Director
MiraMed

Khim Tan
Group Chief HR Officer
Alliance Bank of Malaysia, Berhad

Janette Lagazo
HR Manager
ConnectWise Philippines Inc

2:05 PM - 2:25 PM | PRESENTATION: Communication in the Corporate World

Abstract:

Corporate communication is one of the most important variables that determine whether businesses succeed or fail in today's digitally connected world.

Key points:

-Communication in terms of brand awareness, innovation, and employee productivity.

-Communication includes the company’s messaging to its audience and the world at large.

-In an era of empowered employees, we need to identify why communication is very important for each generation (Gen Z, Millennials, and Baby Boomers).

 

Speaker:
Tessa Mercado
Director of HR and Operations
MC Credit Solutions LLC

2:25 PM - 3:15 PM | ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION: Popularity of Remote Work Technology

The modern workforce is increasingly mobile, collaborative, and dynamic. Because of these advances in technology and internet access, remote working has become an accepted practice in many companies. The top of the mind of every employee is to maintain a work-life balance. The ability to balance these two worlds has become the key promote to employee-wellbeing.

-Why does working remotely/hybrid work very important in today's generation?

-Does working remotely applicable to all employees? As an HR practitioner, how can you ensure that the employees are productive in their tasks and responsibilities?

-What are the challenges that most remote employees encountered? Do these challenges make them proactive or inactive?

-What are the considerations before embracing remote work technology?

-What do you think is the future of remote work technology?

Facilitator:

Gagandeep Singh
Account Director - APAC
Coursera

3:15 PM - 3:35 PM | PRESENTATION: Gen Z and Redefining the Workplace

Abstract:

The new wave of employees are impacting HR Strategies and pushing organizations to come up with a more out of the box approach for talent attraction and retention. In this current landscape where “quiet quitting” has become the trend, what HR priorities should be top of mind to ensure that what the organization stands for remains attractive to these new breed of workers and how can HR engage its current roster of baby boomer, Gen X and millennial leaders to understand and adapt their mindset to become leaders that connects and empathizes with their Gen Y and Z employees.

Key Points:

-Who is Gen Z?
1.Behavior
2.Mindset
3.Preference

-Gen Z and their ways of working 1.Digital Tools and technology skills
2.Comfort with analytics and data
3. Design and Creative centric
4. Not afraid to challenge and ask questions

-What is attractive to them and what does this mean for HR?
1.Work Life Balance
2.Transparency and Flexibility
3. Empathetic Leadership
4. Mental Health and Psychological Safety
5. Diversity and Inclusion
6.Team Dynamics
7. Social Justice and work that creates a positive impact

-Effective Leadership Strategies 1.Evolving Role of Leaders to Gen Z and Gen Y
2.Timely Coaching
3.Communication Styles
4. L&D

 

Speaker:

Donnabelle Michelle Reyes
HR Director
Colourette Cosmetics

3:35 PM - 4:15 PM | NETWORKING BREAK

4:15 PM - 4:35 PM | PRESENTATION: Building Critical Skills and Competencies

Speaker:

Smith Dacasin
Country HR Leader
Kyndryl, Philippines

4:35 PM - 5:25 PM | PANEL DISCUSSION: Company Values and Work Culture

PANEL DISCUSSION: Company Values and Work Culture

Objective:

A work environment that possesses organizational culture is driven by purpose and clear expectations. Workers are more likely to enjoy work when their needs and values are consistent with their employers. By establishing culture and set of values, businesses can help communicate the goals for their organization and help employees and leadership understand the motivators behind company decisions.

- How would you describe the work environment?

- How do you, re-motivate employees, when objectives have not been achieved?

- What kind of opportunities can you give to the employees to have their progress in the company?

- How can you promote good company values and Work culture in the workplace?

- How do company values and work culture affect each other, especially in the current state of Human Resources?

Moderator:

Nina Arribe
HR Leader
Pioneer Square Brands, USA and Philippines

Panelists:

Donnabelle Michelle Reyes
HR Director
Colourette Cosmetics

Jakeson Quiatchon
Country HR/People Manager
Intrepid Philippines

Jun Roy
HROD Consulting Sector Head
Nomura Research Institute

5:25 PM - 7:00 PM | HR Happy Hour at the Exhibition Area

MAIN CONFERENCE
July 27, 2023

MAIN CONFERENCE

MAIN CONFERENCE

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Opening Remarks and Speed Networking Session

8:00 AM - 8:25 AM | PRESENTATION: HR in the 21st Century: Tech-enabled Workplace Culture

 Abstract:
HR technology today encompasses the use of hardware and software to maintain and direct a wide range of tasks and responsibilities. This tools help HR leaders to manage new and ongoing responsibilities more efficiently. It also implements practical steps to improve diversity and inclusion because employees nowadays are eager to work in a hybrid environment.

1. Transformation of Human Resources.
2. HR Technologies in the 21st century.
3. Understand how to maintain employee experience to a Tech-enabled workplace culture.

Confirmed Speaker:
Monir Azzouzi
CPXO & Board Director
GoToko

8:25 AM - 8:50 AM | PRESENTATION: HR Innovation: The Shift of Humanity to Technology

Abstract:
The workplace is in the midst of a transition. Technology has increasingly become a major enabler of day-to-day human resources activity. People in the organization needs to understand that these are the new trends. This trend has created new models on how we work and live. In this session, let's discover together the new impactful humanity shift and evolution in Human Resources.

1. How HR Technology helps to maintain humanity in Human Resources?
2. How does HR Innovation affects the employees' productivity and engagement to achieve better results with the use of Technology?
3. Effectivity of HR technology to HR Professionals and practitioners

Invited Speakers:
Iskandar Shah Zulkarnain
Chief Human Resources Officer Bank
Islam Malaysia Berhad

Vinnie Quek
Country HR Manager
CGS-CIMB Securities

Shankar Nagalingam
Vice President Human Resources
Lumileds

Vanessa Lee
Head of Human Resources
Lazada eLogistics Malaysia

8:50 AM - 9:15 AM | PRESENTATION: "Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) in HR: Opportunities, Challenges, and Best Practices"

Abstract:
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way organizations operate, and HR is no exception. From recruitment and employee engagement to performance management and talent development, AI is being used to automate HR processes and make data-driven decisions. However, with great power comes great responsibility, and as with any new technology, there are challenges to overcome. This session will explore the opportunities, challenges, and best practices for leveraging AI in HR.

Confirmed Speaker:
Koljit (Ajit) Singh
Human Resources Director, APAC
Flexsys, Malaysia

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM | PANNEL DISCUSSION: HR Role to cater Employee's Work-Life Balance

Abstract:
HR's first priority should be to promote employee work-life balance, and to secure a commitment from leadership that they will set in the organization. Providing flexibility for employees to create their own schedules gives them the freedom they need to take care of themselves, as well as those around them who need it.

1. How does the organization promotes the work-life balance of the employees?
2. Why work-life balance is important for the employees?
3. What are the challenges that the organization is facing in terms of maintaning employee's work-life balance?
4. As an HR Professional, how can you help the employees deal with work-life issues?

Confirmed Panelist:
Abdul Khaliq Putra
Assistant Vice President II - Head of Talent Acquisition Unit
Pengurusan Air Selangor

Invited Moderator:
Anjali V. Menon
Human Resources Director, Malaysia
FrieslandCampina

Rohani Mustaffa
Group Chief Human Resources Officer
AmBank Group

Invited Panelists:
Uzzal K Mudoi
Managing Director-HR Head
Accenture Philippines, Malaysia, Thanland and Indonesia

Siew Yi Ngah
HR Lead
Microsoft

Sanaz Imani Fooladi
Managing Director, HR Global Business Services, Eastern Hemisphere
Schlumberger

Azman A. Khalid
Director, Human Resources
Bursa Malaysia

Angelyn Ser
Head of Human Resources
Royal Selangor International Sdn Bhd

10:00 AM - 10:40 AM | NETWORKING BREAK

10:40 AM - 11:05 AM | PRESENTATION: The Impact of Digitally Transformed HR Systems on Human Capital

Abstract:
Digitally Transformed HR Systems has fueled the organization in today's generation. Technology supported diversity in hiring, retention, employee engagement and more. It is increasingly embedded in HR platforms and software, and is used to automate some of the time-consuming parts of HR processes. This year more and more HR teams will be using HR Technology. The question is how these technologies affect to the Human Capital? Let us discover the answer throughout the discussion.

Invited Speakers:
Razman Ismail
Chief People Officer
UEM Edgenta Berhad

Khoo Terry
Vice President Human Resources
Infineon Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Jo Wen Lee
First Vice President - Human Resources
UOB Centre of Excellence (M) Sdn Bhd

Michelle Rohini Gomez
Head Of Human Resources
Hilti Malaysia

Deanna Yap
Senior Vice President, Leadership Development & Talent Management
Lazada Malaysia

11:05 AM - 11:30 AM | PRESENTATION: The Emergence of Data Skilled HR Practitioners

Abstract:
Data can be used by HR teams to improve HR decisions, assess the impact of business to people and enhance HR leadership. It also increase the efficiency and effectiveness of HR processes and operations, and enhance the general wellbeing and effectiveness of the company's workforce. HR teams are upskilling themselves to become more proficient in data analytics. It was predicted that this trend will dominate learning for HR practitioners in 2023. Not all HR teams will become data experts immediately, but over the course of the year, it will become increasingly normalised as a HR skill.

Invited Speakers:
Feldatun Sharif
Head (HR Planning)
Tenaga Nasional Berhad

Muzni Mohamad
Chief Human Resources Officer
Prudential BSN Takaful Berhad

Kavitha Supramaniam
HR Director
Fujitsu

Roza Ngah
Country HR Lead (Malaysia and Indonesia)
Emerson Automation Solutions

11:30 AM - 11:55 AM | PRESENTATION: Human Resource Introduction to Metaverse

Abstract:
In a basic term, metaverse is where you can explore virtual 3D spaces where you can socialize, learn and collaborate with other people. As the technology become digitalize, the metaverse workplace is on a quick path to reality.

1. Why is metaverse important to Human Resources?
2. How will the metaverse unfold and transform the organization?
3. What is the impact of metaverse in employees performance?

Invited speakers:
Penelope Gan
CHRO
AIA Malaysia

Haikal M Z Akmar
Chief Human Resources Officer
UOA Group

Shazli Ghani
Human Resources Director
L'Oréal Malaysia & Singapore

Nur Hayati Yob Ramli
Director - Human Resources
Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia

11:55 AM - 1:25 PM | NETWORKING LUNCH

1:25 PM - 1:40 PM | Ice Breaker

1:40 PM - 2:25 PM | PANEL DISCUSSION: Re-imagining Employee Experience through Technology

-What can organizations do to re-engage disconnected employees?
-Facilitating a culture of open communication to address employee problems
-Understanding individual goals and expectations
-Making sure employees feel valued and celebrated
-Prioritizing mental and physical well-being and avoiding burnout

Confirmed Panelist:
Sow Chat Gan
VP, Human Resources
Teleperformance Malaysia

Invited Moderator:
Ida Kamaria Ghazali
Global HR Transformation Lead
IBM Malaysia

Joanne Kiu
Country Head of People Operations
Grab Malaysia

Invited Panelists:
Mohd Najib Bin Mohammad
Head of Culture and Change Management
Tenaga Nasional Berhad

Carolin E Lye Neo
Country Human Resources Manager
IKEA Malaysia

Karen Ow
Chief Human Resources Officer
Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad

Amanda Oh
Group Chief Human Resources Officer
PPB Group Berhad

2:25 PM - 2:50 PM | PRESENTATION: Technology Advancement: Payroll Solutions and HR Software that Matters

Abstract:
Human Resources software helps in managing people, information and processes. It is designed to help both managers and employees work more efficiently while reducing errors, ensuring compliance and increasing productivity. Through this process, the HR team is able to identify the key areas that needs further training to enhance overall performance. In this discussion, we will also discover the effectivity, issues and concerns that the HR encounters throughout the software.

Invited Speakers:
Pauline Ng
Head of Human Resources
Samsung Electronics Malaysia

Norlida (Oli) Azmi
Group Chief People Officer
Axiata Group Berhad

Jamal Bakri
Group CHRO
RHB Banking Group

Azahar Ab Rahim
General Manager, Human Capital Business Partner
Malaysia Airports

Joyce Ong
Human Resources Director
Boston Scientific Medical Device (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd

Jeffrey Quah
Group HR Director
Paramount Corporation Berhad

2:50 PM - 3:30 PM | NETWORKING BREAK

3:30 PM - 4:15 PM | ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION: The Future of Human Resources

-Automation and innovation will be the driving forces in HR , with less human involvement for routine tasks
-Adaptation to diverse work situation due to increase of remote working
-Emergence of People Analytics and new HR Softwares in the following years
-How prepared are the organization for the future HR?

Invited Moderator:
Param Moorthi
HR Head
Air Asia

Shikin Sharif
People Director
Bank Negara Malaysia

Ivy Leng Boon Chen
Head of People & Culture (Country HR Lead)
Roche

Kathleen Kee
Head of HR
Santen Pharmaceutical Asia

Karen Loh
Head of Human Resources
Abbott Manufacturing Singapore Pte. Ltd

4:15 PM - 4:40 PM | PRESENTATION: HR Trend: The Hybrid Work Environment

Abstract:
Organizations' investment in new HR platforms that support remote work can leverage hybrid capabilities to build flexibility for employees. Training and on-boarding are HR functions that can now take place in hybrid environments, with some employees on-site and others joining remotely.
HR professionals can also use the technology to communicate with remote efficiently. By using technology to embrace the hybrid work model, HR professionals can stay more competitive in today's current landscape.

Invited Speakers:
Aiza Aryati Kasim
Chief Human Resources Officer
Manulife Malaysia

Moorthy Murugaiah
Senior Director Global Human Resources Operations
Micron Technology

Roselaini Faiz
Group Chief HR Officer
Sime Darby Berhad

Cass Lai
Head, HR Business Partner
Hong Leong Bank Berhad

Mabel Lee
HR Director
Uniqlo Malaysia

Razman Radzi
Group Chief Human Capital Officer
FGV Holdings Berhad

Anne Heng
Country People & Organisation Head
Novartis Malaysia

4:40PM - 5:00 PM | EXHIBITION AREA

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | REGISTRATION

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Opening Remarks and Speed Networking Session

8:30 AM - 8:55 AM | PRESENTATION: Road to Post-Pandemic World: The Revolution of HR Services through HR Technology

Abstract:

The Pandemic revolutionized the conduct of Human Resources. Companies embraced technology wholeheartedly and leaned into it to deliver HR services overnight.

How did we do it? If we were to sustain the use of technology, how can HR do so better to get value for money?

Speaker:

Ivy de Borja
Vice President - People and Culture
Acquire Asia Pacific, Inc.

8:55 AM - 9:20 AM| PRESENTATION: Communicate and Celebrate Culture: Building the organization’s culture starts when it is communicated. Celebrating it together gets it sustained.

Speaker:

Aimee Martinez
HR Senior Director
National University

9:20 AM - 9:45 AM | PRESENTATION: MenWhy EAPs Fail? And what we should do about it?

Abstract:

Conventional EAPs often only scratch the surface when it comes to offering helpful, timely, and personalised support. Companies need to shift their understanding and mindset about employee wellbeing to seize the opportunity to provide employees with support that adds real value and improves productivity.

Anne Ordona
General Manager
Infinit Care

9:45 AM - 10:30 AM | NETWORKING BREAK

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | PANEL DISCUSSION: Innovations in Training and People Development

Abstract:

Learning through Training and Development is very essential to our employees nowadays because it helps them to boost their existing capabilities. Great employees come with great leaders in the organization. Leadership is one of the key success that supports in maximizing productivity, shaping a positive culture and promoting harmonious relationships with one another. It helps to improve the behavior of the followers to achieve a common goal.

-What do you think are the biggest challenges that employees face in developing their skills? As an HR Professional, how can you help them improve?

-How does digital transformation affects the leadership styles in training and development?

-What are the most important attributes of successful leaders today?

-As a leader, how can you keep your team motivated to be effective in their tasks?

-What's the best advice you can give to help plan a career rather than simply work to keep a job?

Moderator:

Nina Arribe
HR Leader
Pioneer Square Brands, USA and Philippines

Panelists:

Dr. Rey B. Fremista
Director for Leadership Development & Process Excellence
Full Potential Solutions

Nikko Aww
Skills Transformation Consultant
Coursera

Sapna Chauhan
HR Manager
Parul University, India

Krismary Sharmaine Yapo
University Instructor/ HR Consultant
Mariano Marcos State University

 

11:15 AM - 11:40 AM | PRESENTATION : Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: COLORS OF THE WIND

Speaker:

Angelo Ronquillo
Head of People Operations
R1 RCM

11:40 PM - 1:10 PM | NETWORKING LUNCH

1:10 PM - 1:20 PM | Ice Breaker

1:20 PM - 1:45 PM | PRESENTATION: Fostering Respectful Workplaces

Speaker:

Michelle Guce
FVP and Chief HR and Admin Officer
Malayan Insurance

1:45 PM - 2:10 PM | PRESENTATION: Building a Human-Centered Organization in the Modern Digital World

Abstract:

Digital transformation is the process of using digital technologies to create new ones. It modifies existing processes, culture, and employee experience to meet the industrial changes and organizational requirements. Even though we are in the modern era, employees also need continuous improvement as the HR landscape progresses. Human-centered organizations must prioritize implementing technology to support human needs.

Key points:

-Importance of human skills and capabilities that lead to a digital organization that is human-centered and tech-enabled.

-Empower employees to give their best at work, communicates the company's goals, and show them the path to success.

-Embracing new practices that focus on bringing greater humanity in the way people lead, manage and grow employees, along with digital innovation.

 

Speaker:
Ma. Theresa Llamas
Chief Human Resources Officer Resorts World Manila, Philippines

2:10 PM - 2:35 PM | PRESENTATION: Engaging Employees in the Modern Workplace

Speaker:
Carlo Antonio Cordero
Senior Manager, Organizational Capability - Center of Excellence
UnionBank of the Philippines

2:35 PM - 3:20 PM | NETWORKING BREAK

3:20 PM - 4:10 PM | ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION: Equity and Transparency in Compensation

Objective:

This panel discussion entitled Equity and Transparency in Compensation will tackle the current trends and issues about compensation in the organization.

-Why equity and transparency in compensation are very important to talk about with our audience right now?

-How does it affect an individual, group of people, and the organization itself?

-From your own experience, what are some examples of Equity and Transparency in Compensation in the organization?

-How do you respond to the people who contradict that Equity and Transparency in Compensation can't happen?

-What do you need to do as an HR Practitioner to inspire people to embrace Equity and Transparency in Compensation?

Facilitator:

Nina Arribe
HR Leader
Pioneer Square Brands

4:10 PM - 4:35 PM | PRESENTATION: Strategic and Collaborative HR Leadership towards Value Driven Workplace Innovation

Abstract:

Navigating people in a fast-evolving workplace is a challenge that HR Leaders today need to champion. It takes leadership that is adaptive, collaborative, and strategic to build a value-driven and rewarding work culture. Let us inspire and influence our people to embrace and commit to meaningful changes in our organizations through Strategic HR Leadership.

Key points:
-HR Leadership and Organizational Value Systems
-HR Stewardship on Building a Rewarding and Transparent Work Culture
-HR Connect: Value-Driven HR Innovation

Speaker:

Bon Doblar
Human Resource Director
Dr. Yanga’s Colleges, Inc.

4:35 PM - 5:00 PM | KEYNOTE: Roadmap to Enjoying Retirement: Away from the Workplace

Abstract:

Abstract: A roadmap is a strategic plan that defines a goal or desired outcome and includes the major steps or milestones needed to reach it. It also serves as a communication tool, a high-level document that helps articulate strategic thinking—the why—behind both the goal and the plan for getting there. This topic will expound the idea that our life doesn’t stop after retirement, that’s why it’s so important to prioritize your needs and your wants. It will help employees or HR leaders revisit the following: Republic Act 10911 or also known as the Anti-Age Discrimination Act of 2016 and Section 4 of the Anti-Age Discrimination in Employment Act's Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) and the 8Rs in retirement that formulated. Ending with a quote of encouragement: "Your reason to retire can become your motivation to be of greater heights in life."

 

Speaker:
Jakeson Quiatchon
Country HR/People Manager
Intrepid Philippines

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | REGISTRATION

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Opening Remarks and Speed Networking Session

8:30 AM - 8:55 AM | PRESENTATION: Road to Post-Pandemic World: The Revolution of HR Services through HR Technology

Abstract:

The Pandemic revolutionized the conduct of Human Resources. Companies embraced technology wholeheartedly and leaned into it to deliver HR services overnight.

How did we do it? If we were to sustain the use of technology, how can HR do so better to get value for money?

Speaker:

Ivy de Borja
Vice President - People and Culture
Acquire Asia Pacific, Inc.

8:55 AM - 9:20 AM| PRESENTATION: Communicate and Celebrate Culture: Building the organization’s culture starts when it is communicated. Celebrating it together gets it sustained.

Speaker:

Aimee Martinez
HR Senior Director
National University

9:20 AM - 9:45 AM | PRESENTATION: MenWhy EAPs Fail? And what we should do about it?

Abstract:

Conventional EAPs often only scratch the surface when it comes to offering helpful, timely, and personalised support. Companies need to shift their understanding and mindset about employee wellbeing to seize the opportunity to provide employees with support that adds real value and improves productivity.

Anne Ordona
General Manager
Infinit Care

9:45 AM - 10:30 AM | NETWORKING BREAK

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | PANEL DISCUSSION: Innovations in Training and People Development

Abstract:

Learning through Training and Development is very essential to our employees nowadays because it helps them to boost their existing capabilities. Great employees come with great leaders in the organization. Leadership is one of the key success that supports in maximizing productivity, shaping a positive culture and promoting harmonious relationships with one another. It helps to improve the behavior of the followers to achieve a common goal.

-What do you think are the biggest challenges that employees face in developing their skills? As an HR Professional, how can you help them improve?

-How does digital transformation affects the leadership styles in training and development?

-What are the most important attributes of successful leaders today?

-As a leader, how can you keep your team motivated to be effective in their tasks?

-What's the best advice you can give to help plan a career rather than simply work to keep a job?

Moderator:

Nina Arribe
HR Leader
Pioneer Square Brands, USA and Philippines

Panelists:

Dr. Rey B. Fremista
Director for Leadership Development & Process Excellence
Full Potential Solutions

Nikko Aww
Skills Transformation Consultant
Coursera

Sapna Chauhan
HR Manager
Parul University, India

Krismary Sharmaine Yapo
University Instructor/ HR Consultant
Mariano Marcos State University

 

11:15 AM - 11:40 AM | PRESENTATION : Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: COLORS OF THE WIND

Speaker:

Angelo Ronquillo
Head of People Operations
R1 RCM

11:40 PM - 1:10 PM | NETWORKING LUNCH

1:10 PM - 1:20 PM | Ice Breaker

1:20 PM - 1:45 PM | PRESENTATION: Fostering Respectful Workplaces

Speaker:

Michelle Guce
FVP and Chief HR and Admin Officer
Malayan Insurance

1:45 PM - 2:10 PM | PRESENTATION: Building a Human-Centered Organization in the Modern Digital World

Abstract:

Digital transformation is the process of using digital technologies to create new ones. It modifies existing processes, culture, and employee experience to meet the industrial changes and organizational requirements. Even though we are in the modern era, employees also need continuous improvement as the HR landscape progresses. Human-centered organizations must prioritize implementing technology to support human needs.

Key points:

-Importance of human skills and capabilities that lead to a digital organization that is human-centered and tech-enabled.

-Empower employees to give their best at work, communicates the company's goals, and show them the path to success.

-Embracing new practices that focus on bringing greater humanity in the way people lead, manage and grow employees, along with digital innovation.

 

Speaker:
Ma. Theresa Llamas
Chief Human Resources Officer Resorts World Manila, Philippines

2:10 PM - 2:35 PM | PRESENTATION: Engaging Employees in the Modern Workplace

Speaker:
Carlo Antonio Cordero
Senior Manager, Organizational Capability - Center of Excellence
UnionBank of the Philippines

2:35 PM - 3:20 PM | NETWORKING BREAK

3:20 PM - 4:10 PM | ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION: Equity and Transparency in Compensation

Objective:

This panel discussion entitled Equity and Transparency in Compensation will tackle the current trends and issues about compensation in the organization.

-Why equity and transparency in compensation are very important to talk about with our audience right now?

-How does it affect an individual, group of people, and the organization itself?

-From your own experience, what are some examples of Equity and Transparency in Compensation in the organization?

-How do you respond to the people who contradict that Equity and Transparency in Compensation can't happen?

-What do you need to do as an HR Practitioner to inspire people to embrace Equity and Transparency in Compensation?

Facilitator:

Nina Arribe
HR Leader
Pioneer Square Brands

4:10 PM - 4:35 PM | PRESENTATION: Strategic and Collaborative HR Leadership towards Value Driven Workplace Innovation

Abstract:

Navigating people in a fast-evolving workplace is a challenge that HR Leaders today need to champion. It takes leadership that is adaptive, collaborative, and strategic to build a value-driven and rewarding work culture. Let us inspire and influence our people to embrace and commit to meaningful changes in our organizations through Strategic HR Leadership.

Key points:
-HR Leadership and Organizational Value Systems
-HR Stewardship on Building a Rewarding and Transparent Work Culture
-HR Connect: Value-Driven HR Innovation

Speaker:

Bon Doblar
Human Resource Director
Dr. Yanga’s Colleges, Inc.

4:35 PM - 5:00 PM | KEYNOTE: Roadmap to Enjoying Retirement: Away from the Workplace

Abstract:

Abstract: A roadmap is a strategic plan that defines a goal or desired outcome and includes the major steps or milestones needed to reach it. It also serves as a communication tool, a high-level document that helps articulate strategic thinking—the why—behind both the goal and the plan for getting there. This topic will expound the idea that our life doesn’t stop after retirement, that’s why it’s so important to prioritize your needs and your wants. It will help employees or HR leaders revisit the following: Republic Act 10911 or also known as the Anti-Age Discrimination Act of 2016 and Section 4 of the Anti-Age Discrimination in Employment Act's Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) and the 8Rs in retirement that formulated. Ending with a quote of encouragement: "Your reason to retire can become your motivation to be of greater heights in life."

 

Speaker:
Jakeson Quiatchon
Country HR/People Manager
Intrepid Philippines

POST CONFERENCE WORKSHOP DAY
July 28, 2023

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | REGISTRATION

8:30 AM - 10:15 AM | HR Innovation Workshop

HR's role is focused on employee management initiatives and organizational growth interventions in order to achieve the person-organization fit. In this workshop, the workshop leader will tackle how the implementation of new ideas, methods, and technologies meets the ever-evolving requirements of the organization and its workforce.

1. To understand why HR innovation is important in the organization.
2. To identify the best innovative HR practices in today's generation.
3. To know the challenges that the HR and employees are facing through this transition.

Invited Workshop Leaders:
Sulaxmi Prasad
Regional Director, People Centres of Expertise
ZALORA Group

Khalis Rahim
Chief Human Capital Officer
Malaysia Airlines

Pamela Yap
Country HR Head, Singapore and Malaysia
Merck Group

Sukhveer Singh Ajay
Head, People & Culture
foodpanda MY

Nisha Padbidri
APAC Head , Human Resources Professional Services
Citigroup Transaction Services (M) Sdn Bhd

Shirley Lee
Country HR Leader
Hewlett Packard Enterprise

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM | NETWORK BREAK

10:45 AM - 12:30 AM | Employee Wellbeing in the Workplace Workshop

Employee wellbeing is a key factor in determining an organization's long-term effectiveness. When the employees feel that they are valued in the organization, they can work smarter, efficient and reliable.

1. The importance of employee wellbeing in the workplace
2. The impact of employee wellbeing on employee's performance
3. To promote healthy wellbeing in the workplace

Invited Workshop Leaders:
Kavitha Supramaniam
HR Director
Fujitsu

Amit Bhardwaj
HR Director - ASEAN & Pacific
Surbana Jurong Group

Imran Ahmad
Group CHRO
Jashanmal Group

Yonson WONG, Wing Soon
General Manager & Country Head of HR Services - Malaysia, Brunei Cambodia
DFI Retail Group

Gurdip S. Sidhu
Group Chief People Officer and Group Chief Sustainability Office
CIMB

Sainursalwa Sani
Chief Human Resources Officer
Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad

Zain Azrai Zaaba
Vice President, People & Culture
Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan)

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM | NETWORK LUNCH

POST CONFERENCE WORKSHOP DAY

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | REGISTRATION

8:30 AM - 10:15 AM | The Importance of Workplace DEIB Workshop

The Importance of Workplace DEIB (Diversity Equality Inclusion and Belongingness) Workshop

Workshop Leader:

Karen Hutcheson
Director of People
Delivery Hero / foodpanda Thailand

Objective:

In this workshop, we will review the changing landscape of the workplace and discuss the current change drivers that make Diversity and Inclusion an important focus for your organization. We will explore strategies for creating an inclusive climate and a sense of belonging, and how bias and microaggressions can be mitigated.

Learning goals:

- Recognize the impact of DEIB on company culture

- Recognize how conscious and unconscious bias can impact the workplace

- Identify how thought diversity supports innovation and challenges conformity

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM | NETWORK BREAK

10:45 AM - 12:30 AM | HR Role in Enabling Sustainability Culture Workshop

HR Role in Enabling Sustainability Culture Workshop

Workshop Leader:

Jun Roy
HROD Consulting Sector Head
Nomura Research Institute

Abstract: Enabling Sustainability Culture is a new mandate for HR and Organizational Development professionals. Much of the attention on Sustainability focuses on the CSR programs and sustainable business practices. However, there is a new imperative to turn the attention more inward to the individuals by developing Sustainability as a capability and as a culture that enables employees to practice conscience-driven sustainability behaviors as a collective habit. OD professionals play a pivotal role in enabling this imperative to be realized. In this learning session, Jun Roy will impart valuable insights and practical frameworks and tools from NRI on how OD can enable Sustainability culture. At the end of this session, the participants will be able to appreciate their role in, and explain the different frameworks about, enabling sustainability culture.

 

Key points:

Among the important topics include:

• Understanding Sustainability, Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility

• The Imperative for Enabling Sustainability Culture and the role of OD in Enabling Sustainability Culture

• NRI Framework on How to Develop Sustainability as a Capability

• NRI Framework on How to Build Sustainability Culture

• NRI Framework on Managing Sustainability Culture Transformation

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM | NETWORK LUNCH

POST CONFERENCE WORKSHOP DAY

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | REGISTRATION

8:30 AM - 10:15 AM | The Importance of Workplace DEIB Workshop

The Importance of Workplace DEIB (Diversity Equality Inclusion and Belongingness) Workshop

Workshop Leader:

Karen Hutcheson
Director of People
Delivery Hero / foodpanda Thailand

Objective:

In this workshop, we will review the changing landscape of the workplace and discuss the current change drivers that make Diversity and Inclusion an important focus for your organization. We will explore strategies for creating an inclusive climate and a sense of belonging, and how bias and microaggressions can be mitigated.

Learning goals:

- Recognize the impact of DEIB on company culture

- Recognize how conscious and unconscious bias can impact the workplace

- Identify how thought diversity supports innovation and challenges conformity

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM | NETWORK BREAK

10:45 AM - 12:30 AM | HR Role in Enabling Sustainability Culture Workshop

HR Role in Enabling Sustainability Culture Workshop

Workshop Leader:

Jun Roy
HROD Consulting Sector Head
Nomura Research Institute

Abstract: Enabling Sustainability Culture is a new mandate for HR and Organizational Development professionals. Much of the attention on Sustainability focuses on the CSR programs and sustainable business practices. However, there is a new imperative to turn the attention more inward to the individuals by developing Sustainability as a capability and as a culture that enables employees to practice conscience-driven sustainability behaviors as a collective habit. OD professionals play a pivotal role in enabling this imperative to be realized. In this learning session, Jun Roy will impart valuable insights and practical frameworks and tools from NRI on how OD can enable Sustainability culture. At the end of this session, the participants will be able to appreciate their role in, and explain the different frameworks about, enabling sustainability culture.

 

Key points:

Among the important topics include:

• Understanding Sustainability, Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility

• The Imperative for Enabling Sustainability Culture and the role of OD in Enabling Sustainability Culture

• NRI Framework on How to Develop Sustainability as a Capability

• NRI Framework on How to Build Sustainability Culture

• NRI Framework on Managing Sustainability Culture Transformation

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM | NETWORK LUNCH